GO Developers - Contractors
About the job
- 5–8 years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in Go.
- Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Experience building RESTful APIs, microservices and working with JSON.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
- Understanding of distributed systems and cloud infrastructure (Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure).
- Solid knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Familiarity with Kafka.
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Go (Golang).
- Implement efficient data models and database schemas in PostgreSQL.
- Optimize database queries and ensure high performance for large-scale applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
- Integrate data storage solutions and ensure data security and compliance.
- Architect, implement, and maintain microservices-based solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.
- Work with DevOps to deploy and monitor applications in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Contribute to technical documentation and best practices.
- Knowledge of NoSQL databases (e.g., DynamoDB, Redis) and key-value stores.
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (React) is a plus.
About the company
Axiad offers a cloud-based identity security platform for passwordless and phishing-resistant authentication across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid IT. Its products—Axiad Conductor (credential lifecycle), Axiad Confirm (identity verification automation), and Axiad Mesh (identity risk surface)—work together to manage credentials and surface risks while integrating with existing IAM systems. The company differentiates itself through deep government-grade encryption expertise (PIV/CAC) and a shift from services to a product-led SaaS model, supporting a wide range of authenticators (FIDO, PKI, YubiKeys, smart cards, biometrics). Its goal is to reduce credential-based risk for organizations and simplify secure access at scale, helping meet standards such as FedRAMP and HIPAA.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$45M
Headquarters
San Jose, California
Founded
2010
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- March 2026 CRO hire brings enterprise sales discipline after 2024-2025 product launches.
- July 2024 funding from Invictus extended runway for product and channel expansion.
- GuidePoint Security joined the June 2025 partner program, validating federal and enterprise demand.
What critics are saying
- Headcount fell to 58 by March 2026, signaling a leaner execution engine.
- Conductor freeze notice cited reduced staffing, risking slower enterprise support in 2026.
- Crowded identity security rivals, like Okta and Microsoft, compress Axiad's standalone relevance.
What makes Axiad unique
- FedRAMP-authorized Conductor keeps Axiad relevant in federal procurement.
- Axiad Mesh unifies human, machine, and AI-agent identities across existing stacks.
- June 2025 Confirm and partner program broaden lifecycle control and distribution.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Health Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Hybrid Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support
- Stock Options
- Company Equity
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Family Planning Benefits
- Fertility Treatment Support