Go/Golang Developer - Remote
Posted
Summary
Contract, part-time remote Go developer role helping evaluate and train next-generation AI coding tools (Cursor) in confidential alpha testing. Day to day: build REST/GraphQL endpoints in a modern Go stack, run database migrations and optimizations, and test, document, and report on AI model performance in structured bursts.
Job Description
Job Title:
Go/Golang Developer
Job Type:
Contract
Location:
Remote
Job Summary:
Join our customer's team as a Go Developer, where you’ll play a pivotal role in evaluating and training next-generation AI coding tools in highly confidential alpha stages. This unique part-time remote opportunity is perfect for high-taste, high-enthusiasm Go developers who thrive on technical exploration and are passionate about advancing the future of AI-powered code.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop REST and GraphQL endpoints within a modern Go stack
- Conduct rigorous data validation and comprehensive error handling
- Execute database migrations and performance optimization
- Test and evaluate alpha AI models in Cursor over multiple 4-day, 5+ hour daily bursts
- Identify and document incidents, bugs, and edge cases through detailed reports, bug traces, and annotated screenshots
- Collaborate with the research team via Slack, providing real-time feedback and thoughtful insights
- Complete structured surveys on overall impressions and model usability after each testing burst
Required Skills And Qualifications:
- 5+ years of professional experience as a Golang Developer
- Strong command of Go, REST APIs, GraphQL, and backend development best practices
- Proven experience with AI-powered coding tools and ideally with Cursor
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for hands-on coding, rapid prototyping, and technical curiosity
- Experience in data validation, robust error handling, and complex debugging
- Ability to document findings thoroughly without sharing any confidential information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Public contributions to open-source projects (e.g., notable GitHub repos/stars)
- Prior experience conducting technical product evaluations or developer tool QA
- Passion for mentoring and sharing insights with high-trust research teams