Backend Engineer | Mid | Go | Browser

At NordLayer, we’re building cybersecurity that scales with the business. A toggle-ready platform that helps modern teams thrive—without the security headaches. Trusted by 11,000+ global companies, NordLayer plugs into any tech stack and protects users across borders. Your impact? Helping businesses stay protected and moving forward with future-ready network security. We're creating an Enterprise Web Browser from scratch based on Chromium, seeking to revolutionize safe access to web apps in the workplace. With remote work, web-based tools, and BYOD policies becoming the norm, businesses need a browser that works for them—not against them. Traditional browsers lack the security, observability, and management features organizations require, leaving security teams without the tools to detect threats, respond effectively, and control access. With greater visibility, they can shift from reactive fixes to proactive threat prevention and informed decision-making. Main Responsibilities Design and build microservices that are highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and secure Produce clean, well-tested code that stays maintainable and holds up under heavy load Work closely with teammates, QA, DevOps, PO, and security on daily tasks Deliver new features and bug fixes reliably and on schedule Create technical designs and maintain clear documentation Run R&D efforts and solve new and challenging problems as they arise Take full ownership of tasks from kickoff to completion Keep learning and pushing your professional growth Core Requirements In-depth knowledge of GO programming language Track record building and integrating REST API microservices Solid grasp of sound system design patterns Familiarity with clean code practices and OOP fundamentals Extensive relational and NoSQL database experience Hands-on experience with message queues (RabbitMQ preferred) Proficiency with Git and code repositories (GitLab preferred) Clear written and spoken English Integrity and a genuine sense of ownership Nice to Have Experience with PHP programming language What We Offer Innovate with industry leaders Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world. Learn & grow Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company. Work from anywhere Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive. Physical well-being Fuel your active lifestyle with online workouts led by our Physical Well-Being experts. Unlock a variety of sports and wellness facilities, like gyms, swimming pools, and fitness classes, with the Multisport card. Mental & emotional health Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic. Premium healthcare Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs. Joyful moments – special treats Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member. Company events & team-building Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success. Workation Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together. Kindly refer to our Privacy Notice for Recruitment Candidates for comprehensive information regarding our data handling procedures throughout recruitment processes. We expect all candidates to provide accurate and complete information during the recruitment process. While limited use of AI tools to refine application materials is acceptable, candidates remain fully responsible for ensuring that their submissions reflect their own qualifications, skills, and experience. Any failure to do so may negatively affect participation in the recruitment process. If broader AI assistance is allowed for a particular role or stage, we’ll let you know in advance. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that it may be processed using automated tools for evaluation purposes. As part of our recruitment process, we may use an AI-based application review tool to help assess applications based on skills and experience relevant to the role. This technology is used to support - not replace - human decision-making, and every application is ultimately reviewed by a recruiter. If you would like more information about how AI is used in this process or wish to exercise your rights under applicable data privacy laws, please contact us at [email protected] . Should you prefer to opt out of the automated evaluation, please submit your application directly to [email protected] .