Backend Engineer | Mid - Senior | Go | Core Team
Nord Security · Vilnius, Lithuania +1 · 21d ago
The world’s most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more.
If you’re a curious problem-solver who carves their own path, join the team behind Threat Protection Pro, the NordLynx protocol, and the fastest VPN on the planet—tools that put privacy, security, and control back in people’s hands.
Your impact? Helping millions take back control of their online security, privacy, and data.
Main Responsibilities
Design and develop highly scalable, resilient, and secure microservices
Write high-quality code that is tested, maintainable, and performs well under load
Collaborate with your team members, QA, DevOps, and security teams on day-to-day tasks
Ship new features and fixes successfully and on time
Create technical designs and write documentation
Perform R&D operations and find solutions to new and challenging problems we encounter
Mentor colleagues and provide technical guidance when needed
Demonstrate ownership of tasks from start to finish
Constantly learn and grow professionally
Core Requirements
In-depth knowledge of GO and/or PHP programming languages
Proven experience building and integrating REST API microservices
Adhering to good system design patterns
Knowledge of clean code design patterns and OOP principles
Deep relational DB knowledge (preferably MySQL)
Good working knowledge of NoSQL databases (preferably Redis)
Experience with message queues (preferably RabbitMQ)
Experience working with Git and source code repositories (preferably GitLab)
Good written and verbal communication skills in English
Integrity and an ownership mindset
Bonus Points
Have higher education in IT, Engineering, or other STEM fields
Worked with Docker and Kubernetes
Have experience with client-side programming (web, mobile apps)
Have DevOps or IT administration experience
Have an active GitHub account with code examples
Tools You Will Use
GO
PHP
MySQL
Redis
RabbitMQ
Grafana
Docker
Kubernetes
ElasticSearch
Cassandra
What We Offer
Sharpen your edge: training, mentorship, and room to grow — always.
Take the time you need: extra vacation days, sick days, and time off when life calls.
Get premium healthcare: private health insurance in Lithuania and Poland — fully covered.
Protect your peace: enjoy free subscriptions to Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic, and our own resilience and mindfulness trainings.
Own your fitness: in-house gyms, sport cards, online workouts, and personal guidance — on us.
Pack your bags for workation: experience our company-wide trip abroad to the fullest.
Work from anywhere: work from wherever keeps you in the zone.
Celebrate your milestones: birthdays, weddings, and new family members — all deserve a gift.
Parent with ease: children’s summer camps and flexibility around the schedule — because parenting never pauses.
Join the party: team building and company events people talk about for months.
Unlock Cyber City: coffee bar, open gyms, kids’ room, music room, massage chairs — our Vilnius HQ is yours to enjoy.
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