Senior Go Backend Engineer

Role overview Evolve the configuration experience of an enterprise mobility platform used by leasing, fleet, and mobility operators worldwide. The role is anchored in a Ghent-based hybrid team and centers on modernizing how consultants and customers configure the platform through self-service tooling, while contributing broadly to backend engineering across the product.

Responsibilities - Design, build, and maintain backend services primarily in Go, with a strong focus on reliability, performance, and maintainability. - Lead the design and evolution of configuration management and self-service tooling for the enterprise platform. - Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and business consultants to translate complex requirements into robust technical solutions. - Take ownership of broader backend engineering challenges across the platform as familiarity grows. - Contribute to a global engineering community by sharing knowledge and improving development practices.

Requirements - Professional backend software engineering experience with Go, including at least two years working hands-on with the language. - Solid experience designing and developing REST APIs, microservices, and enterprise integrations. - Strong background in automated testing and relational databases, with a track record of building production-ready software. - Analytical, ownership-driven mindset with fluent English and an interest in applying AI-assisted engineering tools across the development lifecycle.

Nice to have - Experience with Java and Quarkus alongside Go. - Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or comparable event-driven technologies. - Background with complex domain models, enterprise platforms, or leasing or fleet management software.

Benefits and work setup - Competitive salary package with meal allowance per working day. - Company car or mobility budget. - Fully covered private health insurance. - Hybrid working and flexible hours. - Modern, easily accessible office in Ghent with EV and bike charging stations and free shared bikes. - Structured onboarding with a dedicated coach from day one. - Regular team gatherings including after-work events, family days, and company weekends.