Job Description

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (Backend-Focused)

Location

: Remote

Company

: SocialHook

Commitment

: Full-Time, Core Team

Reports To

: CTO & Product Lead

Compensation

: Competitive Salary + Equity Options

Start Date

: Immediate

Role Overview

At SocialHook, we're building a next-generation social platform that redefines user engagement and content creation. We're seeking a

Senior Full Stack Developer

with a

strong backend orientation

to lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. This role demands a developer who is not only proficient in backend technologies but also possesses a solid understanding of frontend development to ensure seamless integration and user experience.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development

: Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using

Go (Golang)

, ensuring scalability and performance.

API Design & Integration

: Develop and manage RESTful APIs, ensuring seamless communication between frontend and backend systems.

Database Management

: Architect and optimize databases, primarily using

PostgreSQL

, ensuring data integrity and performance.

Infrastructure & DevOps

: Collaborate on infrastructure setup and maintenance using tools like

Docker

,

Kubernetes

, and

AWS

services.

Frontend Collaboration

: Work closely with frontend developers to integrate APIs and ensure cohesive user experiences.

Code Quality & Best Practices

: Uphold high standards in code quality, testing, and documentation. Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

AI Integration

: Leverage AI tools and frameworks to enhance product features and development efficiency.
Required Qualifications

Experience

: Minimum of 5 years in software development, with at least 3 years focusing on backend development.

Programming Languages

: Proficient in

Go (Golang)

. Familiarity with

Node.js

is a plus.

Frontend Technologies

: Solid understanding of

React.js

,

TypeScript

,

HTML

, and

CSS

.

Databases

: Expertise in

PostgreSQL

. Experience with

Redis

is advantageous.

DevOps & Infrastructure

: Hands-on experience with

Docker

,

Kubernetes

, and cloud platforms like

AWS

.

API Development

: Proven experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.

Version Control

: Proficient in using

Git

and platforms like

GitHub

or

GitLab

.

Testing

: Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
Preferred Qualifications

AI & Machine Learning

: Exposure to AI/ML frameworks and their integration into web applications.

Security

: Knowledge of web security best practices and implementation.

Performance Optimization

: Experience in optimizing applications for speed and scalability.

Agile Methodologies

: Familiarity with Agile development processes and tools like

Jira

or

Trello

.
Personal Attributes

Problem Solver

: Ability to tackle complex technical challenges with innovative solutions.

Collaborative

: Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Adaptable

: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Detail-Oriented

: Commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation.

Continuous Learner

: Eagerness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
About SocialHook

SocialHook is on a mission to revolutionize the way people connect and share content online. We're building a platform that empowers creators and fosters genuine community engagement. As part of our core team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of social interaction.

AI-First Execution Culture

At SocialHook, we move fast and smart. Every team member is expected to be

deeply fluent in AI tooling

(ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot, Midjourney, Cursor, etc.) -- not just for experimentation, but for

production-grade acceleration

.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?40,000.00 - ?85,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift
Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus
Experience:

Go: 2 years (Required) Full-stack development: 2 years (Required) PostgreSQL: 2 years (Required) MongoDB: 2 years (Required) AWS: 2 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Work Location: Remote