Golang / Python Developer
Description:
Kforce's client in Lakewood, CO is seeking a Golang/Python Developer responsible for supporting existing software products while building a new greenfield application.
Summary:
This role offers the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, technical specifications, application development, database work, front-end development, and DevOps. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded software engineer who enjoys working across the full stack rather than focusing exclusively on one component of an application. The role is weighted toward backend development, but hands-on front-end experience is required.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications across the full stack* Develop backend applications using Go and Python* Build and maintain front-end applications using React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS* Work with relational databases, including PostgreSQL* Support two existing software products while contributing to the development of a new greenfield product that will consolidate capabilities from those applications* Participate throughout the development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and designing solutions through coding and deployment* Contribute to DevOps responsibilities* Help evaluate technical approaches and influence technology decisions for a product still being defined* Participate actively in stand-ups, ask questions, challenge assumptions constructively, and contribute ideas to improve the product and engineering approach* Experiment with different solutions and work in an agile environment that emphasizes iteration and learning quickly
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of professional software engineering experience* Experience developing software applications using Go and Python, or a strong software engineering background with transferable experience in comparable languages* Full-stack development experience with a strong backend foundation* Experience working with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL* Ability to understand and contribute across multiple layers of an application rather than working exclusively within a single area such as APIs or databases* Ability to explain technical decisions, coding approaches, and problem-solving methodology* Strong communication skills and willingness to contribute actively within a small engineering team Experience developing front-end web applications using:* React* JavaScript* TypeScript* HTML* CSSExperience in any of the following would be highly valuable:* TimescaleDB or other time-series databases* Event-driven systems* Internet of Things (IoT) applications* AI-enabled development environments* Greenfield product development* DevOps* Database schema design* End-to-end product development* UI/UX principles or the ability to provide thoughtful input on front-end design and usability This role is best suited for an engineer who wants broad ownership rather than a narrowly defined development function. The team is specifically looking for someone who will speak up during stand-ups, ask questions, constructively challenge assumptions, and bring a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial approach to engineering. Job TypeDirect Hire Compensation110000 - $130000