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 seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Golang Engineer to lead the development of robust, scalable backend systems and services. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Golang, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for designing high-performance, distributed systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and optimize mission-critical applications.
Location. This role is office-based at our Trivandrum, Kerala office.
What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Golang.
- Architect scalable, secure, and reliable systems and APIs.
- Optimize applications for maximum performance and scalability.
- Collaborate with DevOps, front-end, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and mentorship of junior engineers.
- Write clean, testable, and well-documented code.
- Debug and resolve production issues and implement long-term fixes.
- Stay current with new technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in Golang.
- Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and microservices using Golang.
- Strong understanding of concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization.
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
- Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Strong debugging and performance tuning skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Experience with message brokers and event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
- Contributions to open-source Golang projects.
- Knowledge of GraphQL or gRPC.
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
- 8+ years of software development experience
- At least 3 years in Golang
- Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and microservices using Golang
- Strong understanding of concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
- Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Strong debugging and performance tuning skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
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
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