[Remote] Principal Software Engineer, Backend (Go)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Skool is a fast-growing, mission-driven company focused on education and community. They are seeking a highly experienced Backend Software Engineer to develop performant and scalable backend services in Go, collaborating with various stakeholders to design and implement new systems while maintaining existing services.ResponsibilitiesSolve technical problems of high scope and complexityTake full ownership designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining Skool backend features, end-to-endBuild and maintain internal tools and infrastructureCommunicate and author architectural designs and requirementsMaintain and advocate for high standards through code review and collaboration between yourself and other engineersSkillsYou have significant professional experience with GoYou have 8+ years of experience building high-performance, reliable systems in a complex and distributed environmentYou have worked on services using the following: PostgreSQL, Redis, ElasticsearchYou have significant professional experience building and maintaining Web ServicesYou have experience in database performance optimization, backend performance optimization, and debugging live production servicesYou have a passion for writing maintainable and elegant codeBenefitsRemote firstIndustry leading compensationFully covered medical, dental & vision insurance (including dependents)401(k) matchingCompany OverviewSkool is a platform where course creators host their student communities and courses in one place. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.skool.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSkool has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.