About the Company
Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With nearly half a billion dollars in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and BlackRock, and has collaborations and partnerships including NVIDIA, Palantir and Dell Technologies. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.
Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.
We are looking for a highly experienced and visionary Lead Golang Engineer to spearhead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable backend systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Golang, distributed systems, and microservices, along with proven leadership skills. You will lead a team of engineers, influence strategic technical decisions, and contribute to the success of key initiatives.
Location. This role is office-based at our Trivandrum, Kerala office.
What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Lead the design and development of complex, high-performance backend services using Golang.
- Define system architecture and best practices for scalable, secure, and maintainable code.
- Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, conducting code reviews and promoting engineering excellence.
- Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to align engineering goals with business objectives.
- Drive DevOps best practices including CI/CD, observability, and incident management.
- Proactively identify technical risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Stay current with industry trends and apply new technologies to improve system performance and developer productivity.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 15+ years of software development experience, with at least 5+ years of hands-on Golang development.
- Proven track record in building large-scale, distributed backend systems.
- Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, API design, and cloud-native applications.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Deep understanding of concurrency, performance optimization, and systems design.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Experience in leading geographically distributed engineering teams.
- Knowledge of event-driven architecture and tools like Kafka or RabbitMQ.
- Familiarity with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenTelemetry.
- Contributions to open-source Golang projects or community initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits
For India-based candidates: We offer a competitive base salary along with equity options, providing an opportunity to share in the success and growth of Armada.
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You're a Great Fit if You're
- A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge
- A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
- A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda
- Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.
Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates
Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 15+ years of software development experience
- 5+ years of hands-on Golang development
- Proven track record in building large-scale, distributed backend systems
- Knowledge of microservices architecture, API design, and cloud-native applications
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
Armada Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Armada and has not been reviewed or approved by Armada.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as comprehensive for employees and families, with additional 24/7 mental-health support. Some postings also describe medical/dental/vision as subsidized, which can strengthen the overall healthcare value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policy is described as flexible/unlimited PTO, and some postings cite roughly 14–15 paid company holidays. This combination signals above-minimum time-away coverage for many startup roles, if usage is supported in practice.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Compensation is repeatedly framed as a mix of competitive salary plus equity participation, and multiple role descriptions explicitly include equity alongside cash. That structure can increase perceived total rewards for candidates who value ownership upside.
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What We Do
Welcome to the new edge. Armada is the world’s first full-stack edge computing platform, revolutionizing connectivity, compute, and AI solutions where they’re needed most - anywhere on Earth.
