Posted on 2026/01/23
Golang Backend Developer – AI & Developer Tools
Micro1
Canada
Full Description
\uD83E\uDDE0 About the role
We’re looking for a Golang backend developer who enjoys building production-grade APIs and experimenting with AI-powered developer tools.
You’ll design and optimize REST and GraphQL services while actively testing AI models inside Cursor, collaborating closely with a research team to improve real-world coding workflows.
\uD83D\uDD27 What you’ll do
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Design, develop, and optimize REST and GraphQL APIs using Go.
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Apply best practices for data validation, error handling, and API security.
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Plan and execute database migrations, schema changes, and performance optimizations.
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Test AI-powered coding models in Cursor, reporting bugs with logs, traces, and screenshots.
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Participate in 4-day intensive testing bursts focused on real coding workflows.
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Collaborate with AI researchers via Slack to discuss findings and propose improvements.
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Submit post-burst surveys evaluating model quality and developer experience.
\u2705 Requirements
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3+ years of professional backend development experience.
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Strong proficiency in Go (Golang).
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Experience building and maintaining RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
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Solid understanding of backend validation, error handling, and security.
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Experience with database migrations and schema design.
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Regular use of AI tools for coding (Cursor is a strong plus).
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Clear written communication and structured bug/incident reporting skills.
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Comfortable working in fast-paced, confidential, remote environments.
\u2B50 Nice to have (not required)
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Open-source contributions (GitHub projects, PRs, stars).
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Experience evaluating experimental developer tools or workflows.
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Strong interest in AI applied to software engineering.
Location: Remote - United States, Canada, India
Skills required for this job:
• API Security
• Back-end development
• Database migration
• Go
• GraphQL
• REST API

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