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GoLang Developer III (Contractor)

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Washington, DC Remote Contractor
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026
Are you passionate about building secure, high-performance systems with cutting-edge technologies? We're seeking a talented Golang Developer, working with a global team that values innovation and hands-on problem solving. You'll be developing essential features for enterprise-scale applications using Go, Docker, and Kubernetes, all within a robust Linux environment.

What's truly exciting about this role? You'll work alongside skilled engineers tackling challenging authentication, security, and infrastructure projects, giving you exposure to real-world solutions and open-source stacks. We're looking for someone who's self-driven, eager to learn, and ready to contribute ideas, join us for professional growth, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive setting.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Hands-on experience with Golang development
  • Strong background working in Linux environments
  • Proficient with Docker and Kubernetes container technologies
  • Experience managing PKI certificates and SSH keys on Linux
  • Familiar with Active Directory/LDAP, group/user structures, and LDAP querying/filtering
  • Understanding of access and authentication systems (SSO, MFA)
  • Ability to develop new features, debug software defects, and maintain high code quality
  • Strong skills in decomposing business requirements and estimating effort
  • Documentation and participation in solution design sessions
  • Knowledge of code reverse engineering
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Minimum 2 years' experience with Golang
  • 2 years' experience with C programming preferred
  • 6 years' programming in Linux OS
  • 2 years' experience with Python or JavaScript
  • Experience with GitHub version control
  • Familiar with SQL and NoSQL databases
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 60% Golang development
  • 10% Linux system operations and security
  • 10% Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
  • 10% Directory services and authentication (LDAP, SSO, MFA)
  • 10% Database integration & tooling
Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands-On Development & Debugging
  • 10% Design & Documentation
  • 10% Team Collaboration
  • 10% Feature Assessment & Reverse Engineering

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