Software Engineer, Backend (Go)

Algolia was built to help users deliver an intuitive search-as-you-type experience on their websites and mobile apps. We provide Algolia NeuralSearch, a next-generation vector and keyword search in a single API with powerful, end-to-end AI processing for every query. Our API is used by thousands of customers in more than 100 countries. Billions of search queries are answered every month thanks to the code we push into production every day.

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our newly established team, ideally with experience in a Go and/or Kubernetes environment—or a strong willingness to learn these technologies. You will play a pivotal role in building a new product from the ground up, focusing on the development of distributed systems and scalable APIs. As part of this team, you'll work on innovative solutions, such as merging or customizing result sets from multiple data sources, to enhance our customers' ability to configure complex search experiences. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new product and drive its technical growth from the early stages.

Your Role Will Consist Of

• Be a key contributor to the design and development of the Algolia API
• Be responsible of the quality, soundness of the system
• Work with other teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve high impact issues.
• Be responsible for operations for Algolia Search including participation in out-of-hours on-call rotation

You Might Be a Fit If You Have

• Hands-on experience with programming languages and are comfortable writing, debugging, and optimizing code.
• Solid foundation in Computer Science (data structures, algorithms, software design)
• Rigor in high code quality, automated testing, and other engineering best practices
• Professional spoken and written English skills

Nice To Have

• Experience in Go
• Experience in Kubernetes

We’re looking for someone who can live our values:

• GRIT - Problem-solving and perseverance capability in an ever-changing and growing environment
• TRUST - Willingness to trust our co-workers and to take ownership
• CANDOR - Ability to receive and give constructive feedback.
• CARE - Genuine care about other team members, our clients and the decisions we make in the company.
• HUMILITY- Aptitude for learning from others, putting ego aside.

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