Backend Developer - UniFi Connect (Golang)

About Ubiquiti

At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons - all while shaping the future of connectivity.

Role Overview

As a Software Engineer working on integrated IoT systems, you will help maintain and evolve platforms that connect and manage a wide range of smart devices. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver new features, integrate emerging IoT devices, and ensure high-quality, reliable solutions that align with product direction and user needs.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy working across systems, APIs, and devices, and who value both technical excellence and user experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support existing integrated IoT devices and systems

• Develop and deliver new features aligned with product vision and roadmap

• Integrate and onboard new IoT devices into the platform

• Collaborate with Web, Mobile, Firmware, Product, and Design teams to deliver cohesive solutions

• Ensure software quality, reliability, and on-time delivery

• Participate in design discussions, implementation reviews, and continuous improvement of system architecture

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Software Engineer or Firmware Engineer

• Familiarity with Go (Golang) for backend or system development

• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs

• Experience working with relational databases (RDBMS)

• Strong Linux / Unix system administration skills

• Knowledge of IoT / Edge of Things (EoT) concepts and systems

• Good understanding of user experience (UX) considerations in system design

• Solid understanding of software development and testing practices

• Strong problem-solving skills, with flexibility and responsiveness in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with Node.js

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

• Understanding of security concepts, such as authentication, authorization, and data protection

• Experience using backend or IoT-related frameworks