Golang Developer

We are seeking a skilled Golang Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Go programming, microservices architecture, and cloud-based environments. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to build high‑performance, reliable, and secure applications. This role is part of a high‑performing agile team that designs, builds and deploys scalable APIs across multiple platforms.

The position is located in our Lafayette, LA office (Hybrid).

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Golang.
• Build efficient, reusable, and reliable code.
• Develop RESTful APIs and/or gRPC services.
• Participate in system architecture and design decisions.
• Develop scalable and distributed systems.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Build and maintain microservices‑based architecture.
• Integrate third‑party APIs and internal services.
• Work with message brokers (Kafka, Rabbit
  
  MQ, etc.).
• Design and manage databases (SQL/No
  
  SQL such as Postgre
  
  SQL, Mongo
  
  DB).
• Write efficient queries and ensure data integrity.
• Optimize database performance.
• Deploy applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.
• Collaborate with Dev Ops teams on CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor and improve application performance.
• Identify bottlenecks and fix scalability issues.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Follow coding standards, version control, and documentation practices.

• 8+ years of IT experience with 3–5 years in architecture/consulting roles.
• Strong proficiency in Golang (Go) for 3+ years.
• Experience with REST APIs / gRPC.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with SQL/No
  
  SQL databases.
• Understanding of concurrency (go routines, channels).
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of event‑driven architecture.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana).
• Experience with high‑load or distributed systems.

Compensation Range
: $56,600.00 - $.

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive insurance options.
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Wellness and well‑being programs.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. All background investigation components may vary depending on the specific assignment and/or level of U.S. government security clearance held; certain investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.