Senior Backend Go Engineer - Hybrid - Mexico

We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong experience in Go to build and evolve backend systems for financial and operational workflows. This role focuses on developing scalable services that support processes such as invoicing, payments, and purchase orders, while integrating with enterprise systems. You’ll be working in partnership with a global technology company operating in the media and digital services space, contributing to a modern backend platform that combines traditional systems with AI-driven development practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services using Go
• Develop and support systems related to financial operations (invoices, payments, purchase orders)
• Work with AWS to build scalable, reliable cloud-based solutions
• Contribute to integrations with external systems, including ERP platforms (e.g. SAP)
• Collaborate on evolving an existing system that includes .NET components
• Build and maintain asynchronous and event-driven systems where appropriate
• Leverage AI tools and agentic development approaches to improve development speed and quality
• Take ownership of features from design through delivery and iteration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and scalable solutions

Core Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working with backend development
• 3+ years of experience with Go/Golang
• Strong experience with Cloud (AWS preferable)
• Strong understanding of backend architecture and scalable systems
• Good communication skills and strong sense of ownership
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-Have

• Experience building or supporting financial or operational systems (e.g. invoices, payments, POs)
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) and agentic workflows
• Experience working with or integrating into existing/legacy systems
• Experience with asynchronous or event-driven architectures
• Exposure to mixed tech stacks (e.g. Go + .NET environments)

Additional

• Location: Hybrid in Guadalajara, Mexico

Why Join Kake?

Kake is a global company that provides top-tier engineering teams to support some of the world’s most innovative companies, and we’ve built a culture where great people stay, grow, and thrive. We’re proud to be more than just a stop along the way in your career - we’re the destination. The icing on the Kake:

• Competitive Pay in USD: Work globally, get paid globally.
• Better Me Fund: We invest in your personal growth and passions.
• Compassion is Badass: Join a community that invests in social good.