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Golang Developer

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Specialist Staffing Group
TypeContract
SeniorityMid-level
LocationBoston, MA
Posted9/8/2026
Engineering

We are looking to register interest in future Golang Developer opportunities for contract-based roles based in Boston, Massachusetts. These positions could involve building and maintaining backend systems using Go, with potential to contribute to scalable software architecture and code quality across development teams.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Golang Developer roles within contract-based software development teams. Roles of this type could focus on designing, developing and maintaining backend systems and services using Go, with scope to contribute to robust architecture and best practices across engineering initiatives.

Typical Role Overview

  • Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
  • Type: Contract
  • Full-time
  • Rate: $720 - $960 per day
  • Experience: 2–5 years in software development
  • Focus: Backend development, Go programming, software architecture

What You Would Do
Typical responsibilities could include:

  • Developing and maintaining backend services and APIs using Go
  • Contributing to the design and implementation of scalable software architecture
  • Writing clean, maintainable code and participating in code reviews
  • Collaborating with other engineers to solve complex technical problems
  • Troubleshooting and optimizing application performance
  • Contributing to improvements in code quality and development practices

What You Could Bring
Most roles of this type require the following:

  • 2–5 years of professional software development experience
  • Strong proficiency in Go (Golang) and backend development
  • Experience with software architecture, design patterns and best practices
  • Solid understanding of version control systems and CI/CD workflows
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Nice-to-have:

  • Experience with Python or other systems languages
  • Familiarity with containerization, microservices or cloud platforms
  • Experience in agile development environments

What Roles Of This Type Could Offer
Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

  • Opportunity to work on backend systems and services at scale
  • Exposure to modern software architecture and development practices
  • Collaboration with experienced engineering teams
  • Potential for technical growth and skill development in Go and backend engineering
  • Contract flexibility and competitive day rates
  • Remote collaboration options where applicable

About Specialist Staffing Group
Specialist Staffing Group partners with organizations across software development and technology to connect skilled engineers with meaningful contract and permanent opportunities. We focus on placing professionals in roles where they can contribute their technical expertise and grow their capabilities.

How To Register Interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.

Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.

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