Golang Backend Developer at Adventure Capital Group
Adventure Capital isa venture capital investor focused on accelerating entrepreneurial companies, with activity in consulting and Nigeria’s FinTech sector. Known for its involvement in high-growth, early-stage businesses, the firm notably invested in the Nigerian mobility startup Gokada.About the Role
They are seeking a skilled Golang Backend Developer.
The suitable candidate must demonstrate strong proficiency in Go (Golang) and JavaScript and will play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining the core backend infrastructure that powers systems and applications across flagship brands and subsidiaries.
The role involves working closely with the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to support system architecture decisions, ensure scalability and performance, and provide technical guidance to the development team where required.
Key Responsibilities
Mentor and coach junior developers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement
Contribute to the architectural design of software systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies and frameworks to meet project requirements
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards and best practices
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to develop and execute comprehensive test plans
Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to deliver optimal solutions
Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, providing regular project updates
Investigate and resolve complex technical issues to maintain system integrity
Participate in on-call rotations for critical production issues
Write reports and conduct development tests
Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines, and strategies for various creative projects
Periodically review and advise Tech Line Management on customer insights, market, and industry trends
Provide staff leadership, mentoring, and inspiration to drive change and build team spirit
Requirements
B.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field with 2–3 years of experience
Proficiency in Go (Golang), Node.js, Java, or Python
Experience designing and building RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs
Strong understanding of application architecture and system design
Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and session management
Experience building scalable and secure backend services
Ability to translate UI/UX designs into clean, functional interfaces
Experience consuming RESTful APIs and handling asynchronous operations
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong communication and documentation skills.