Golang Backend Developer – AI & Developer Tools
uD83EuDDE0 About the role We’re looking for a Golang backend developer who enjoys building production-grade APIs and experimenting with AI-powered developer tools. You’ll design and optimize REST and GraphQL services while actively testing AI models inside Cursor, collaborating closely with a research team to improve real-world coding workflows. uD83DuDD27 What you’ll do - Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL APIs using Go. - Apply best practices for data validation, error handling, and API security. - Plan and execute database migrations, schema changes, and performance optimizations. - Test AI-powered coding models in Cursor, reporting bugs with logs, traces, and screenshots. - Participate in 4-day intensive testing bursts focused on real coding workflows. - Collaborate with AI researchers via Slack to discuss findings and propose improvements. - Submit post-burst surveys evaluating model quality and developer experience. u2705 Requirements - 3+ years of professional backend development experience. - Strong proficiency in Go (Golang). - Experience building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs. - Solid understanding of backend validation, error handling, and security. - Experience with database migrations and schema design. - Regular use of AI tools for coding (Cursor is a strong plus). - Clear written communication and structured bug/incident reporting skills. - Comfortable working in fast-paced, confidential, remote environments. u2B50 Nice to have (not required) - Open-source contributions (GitHub projects, PRs, stars). - Experience evaluating experimental developer tools or workflows. - Strong interest in AI applied to software engineering. Location: Remote - United States, Canada, India Skills required for this job: • API Security • Back-end development • Database migration • Go • GraphQL • REST API Apply tot his job