Golang Software Engineer (Kafka, Kubernetes)

CTG is seeking an experienced Golang Software Engineer with strong expertise in Kafka, Kubernetes, Java, and cloud-native technologies to support enterprise application development initiatives for our client. This role will focus on designing and developing scalable, high-performance microservices and distributed systems in a modern DevOps environment.

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Go and Java/Spring Boot.

• Build event-driven microservices leveraging Kafka and Kubernetes.

• Develop REST APIs and cloud-native applications deployed in GCP environments.

• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices.

• Optimize application performance for high-volume, sub-second response systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver enterprise solutions.

• Support production deployments, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with Go (Golang)

• Apache Kafka

• Kubernetes and Docker

• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

• Java and Spring Boot

• REST API and microservices development

• JUnit, Mockito, and integration testing

• Maven, Gradle, Git, Unix/Linux, and shell scripting

• SQL, RDBMS, and NoSQL databases

• Helm, Dynatrace, SonarQube, and Log4j

• CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies

Preferred Experience:

• Experience developing enterprise-grade distributed systems

• Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and container orchestration

• Experience with performance tuning and high-availability applications

• Familiarity with dependency injection, inversion of control, and test-driven development

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred

• Equivalent experience will also be considered

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit .

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.