Senior Java/Golang Engineer (Hybrid in Kirkland, WA)

This project focuses on designing and implementing backend software improvements for Rich Communication Services (RCS) and messaging platforms. Engineers will review product requirements to independently create software designs, database schema updates, and execution plans while writing production-grade code in Java and Go for large-scale cloud environments.

Essential functions

• Design and implement feature improvements to back-end software systems that are used by Rich Communications Services (RCS) and Google Messages.
• Review Product Requirements Documents (PRD) defining desired system changes, and independently produce software designs, database schema changes, and implementation schedules meeting the requirements in the PRDs.
• Write software changes and tests in Java and Go  meeting professional and Google standards that implement the specified changes.
• Write software changes and tests in Go meeting professional and Google standards that implement the specified changes.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• 5 years professional experience in a full-time software engineering role working on services that run in a large-scale cloud environment (e.g. AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, or Google's private cloud system).
• Professional experience in a full-time software engineering role that includes writing or modifying any kind of database schema (e.g. MySQL or Google Spanner)
• At least 3 years professional experience using the Java programming language as well as Go
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a closely related major.

Would be a plus

• Knowledge specific software development tools and frameworks (e.g. Piper, TAP, Boq)
• Hands on experience with synthetic calls, RPC calls, server to server comms, reliability/scalability
• Ability to create clear and engaging developer documentation (tutorials, samples, or videos).
• Synthetic calls, RPC calls, server to server comms, reliability/scalability
• Experience with Gemini function calling, Vertex AI Studio, and prompt engineering.
• Familiarity with rich messaging APIs (RBM, WhatsApp Business, Apple Business Messages, etc.).

We offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects
• Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Benefits package - medical insurance, vision, dental, etc.
• Corporate social events
• Professional development opportunities
• Well-equipped office
• Please note that all onboarding must occur in person and you may be asked to travel to attend

About us

Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.