Software Engineer - React & GoLang - Contract

Working at CreateFuture

CreateFuture is an AI-native consulting partner where people do work that matters and are supported to do it well. We work alongside organisations such as PayPal, adidas, NatWest, FanDuel and Money Saving Expert, building digital products and services that make a difference  while always putting people first.

We’re a team of creators. We write code, shape delivery, build go-to-market strategies, develop AI solutions and create the practices that support our people. We work side by side with our clients, challenging what’s not working and helping them to build the future. Our commitment to craft, quality, and culture has helped us scale to over 600 people in just a few years.

Role: Software Engineer (Golang + React)

Overview

We’re looking for a software engineer to build and maintain web applications using Golang (backend) and React (frontend). You’ll work on developing APIs, user interfaces, and improving system performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain backend services using Golang

• Develop frontend interfaces using React

• Design and consume REST APIs

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code

• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers

• Debug and fix issues across the stack

Required Skills

• Experience with Golang

• Experience with React

• Understanding of RESTful APIs

• Basic knowledge of databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)

• Familiarity with Git/version control

Nice to Have

• Experience with Docker or containerization

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, etc.)

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines

• Experience with TypeScript

Soft Skills

• Good problem-solving ability

• Clear communication

• Ability to work in a team

What we’ll offer you:

We trust people to do their best work. That means flexibility over rigid rules, impact over activity, and real investment in your growth both professionally and personally. You’ll be part of a supportive, and friendly culture, surrounded by smart, curious people who care deeply about what they do.

We offer flexible working, including hybrid and remote options. Our office hubs are located in Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London and Bulgaria, with occasional travel to client sites or CreateFuture offices when needed.

We trust you to manage your time balancing collaboration with client time and focused work. What matters is the impact you have, not how busy you look.

Our hiring process

We try to keep our hiring process clear, fair and respectful of your time. We aim to get back to everyone who applies and we will be upfront about where you are in the process.

It usually looks like this:

• Call with our Talent Acquisition Team 
• Role specific capability interview 

Depending on the role, we might also ask you to do a short presentation, a practical or technical task or have a values focused conversation. We will explain what is involved before anything happens.

Inclusion at CreateFuture 

We believe diverse teams build better workplaces and better products. We want CreateFuture to be a place where people feel able to be themselves and do their best work.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, just. We will do what we can to help.

We look forward to your application!