Backend Go/Kotlin/Java Developer

We’re more than just a company; we're a global leader in digital safety. With a strong commitment to ensuring that everyone can navigate the digital world securely, we unite the best minds and cutting-edge technology through our family of brands: Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender, and CCleaner. Together, we protect over 500 million people worldwide. Our workplace is built on inclusivity, where your well-being is a top priority. We believe that success comes from balance and authenticity. When you’re thriving, you’re unstoppable. So, bring your bold ideas and unstoppable drive, and join us in shaping the digital world. Ready to make an impact? Join #TeamGen.

We love to work together and collaborate within our teams, which is why we opted for a hybrid model that allows us to work from the office 2–3 times per week.

Our mission is to develop and maintain a robust VPN backend infrastructure serving over 400 million devices, ensuring high performance, security, and seamless client communication.

Key Goals:

1. Optimize backend applications for heavy traffic and performance.

2. Create lightweight APIs for easy client and SDK communication.

3. Support infrastructure with tools for server management.

4. Ensure high quality of service (QoS) and maintain strong security standards.

5. Tackle complex problems with innovative solutions and foster openness and continuous team improvement.

The team strives to deliver high-quality service while enhancing system efficiency and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineering leaders, and architects on new requirements. 
• Lead complex technical designs of systems architecture and components built using Go, Kotlin, or Java.
• Work with other team members on design, architecture, code reviews, etc.
• Contribute to the entire application lifecycle (development, testing, deployment, monitoring, maintenance, etc.).
• Continuously maintain and improve existing server components.
• Use tools like Jira, GitHub, TeamCity, and Confluence.

What You’ll Need to be Successful in this Role:

• Strong experience in Java, Kotlin, or Go for backend development.
• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with AWS, GCP, and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Ability to write test cases and automated tests.
• English communication skills (B2+).
• Experience in designing REST API services.

Preferred Skills:

• Ruby experience for component maintenance and building secure applications.
• Knowledge of Docker, Grafana, NoSQL (Cassandra), and Elasticsearch.
• Familiarity with Kotlin DSL, TeamCity integration, and understanding of VPN protocols.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus scheme
• Unlimited PTO (paid time off) and flexible working hours
• Opportunity to join a major global tech company listed on the S&P 500
• Chance to learn and work with the best in the Digital Security industry
• Cafeteria points provided by Benefit Plus (meal plan, pension insurance, travel, leisure activities, multisport card, and more)
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Learning and Development plan
• Sustainable home improvement bonus
• Mac or Windows laptop and mobile phone

Gen is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on merit, experience, and business needs, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Gen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based on such protected characteristics and seeks to recruit the most talented candidates from diverse cultures and backgrounds. 

We also consider employment-qualified individuals with arrest and conviction records. In addition, we will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Learn more about pay transparency. 

Gen complies with all anti-discrimination laws. 

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.