- We are looking for a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer with expertise in Operations Research (OR) to design and build scalable optimization solutions. This role combines strong engineering fundamentals with advanced analytical modeling to solve complex business problems using optimization techniques, data engineering, and AI-driven approaches.
- Lead the design and development of optimization and decisioning systems using OR techniques (LP, MIP, heuristics, metaheuristics).
- Build scalable backend systems using Python for high-performance data processing and solver integrations.
- Develop and manage data pipelines leveraging Snowflake and other modern data platforms.
- Design and optimize data models using MongoDB and/or other NoSQL databases.
- Integrate AI/ML models into decision systems for predictive and prescriptive analytics.
- Drive architecture decisions ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and stakeholders to translate business problems into mathematical models.
- Mentor engineers and enforce best practices in coding, testing, and system design.
- Improve solver performance and efficiency for large-scale workloads.
- Own end-to-end delivery including design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
- 7+ years of total experience in OR with Strong experience in Python development (data structures, concurrency, performance tuning).
- Solid background in Operations Research / Optimization:
- Linear Programming (LP), Mixed Integer Programming (MIP)
- Heuristics / Metaheuristics
- Constraint programming (good to have)
- Hands-on experience with OR tools like Gurobi / CPLEX / OR-Tools.
- Experience working with Snowflake for data warehousing and analytics.
- Proficiency in MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
- Experience integrating AI/ML models into production systems.
- Strong system design and distributed systems knowledge.
- Experience with REST APIs, microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in large-scale optimization problems (supply chain, logistics, scheduling, resource allocation).
- Exposure to real-time decision systems / low-latency architectures.
- Knowledge of data pipelines, ETL, and streaming systems.
- Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines.
- Understanding of cost optimization and performance tuning in cloud environments.
- Leadership Expectations:
- Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance.
- Drive innovation in optimization and AI-based decision systems.
- Mentor team members and build strong engineering practices.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business and product teams.
- Nice to Have
- Exposure to Reinforcement Learning / Advanced AI optimization techniques.
- Experience building domain-specific optimization engines.
- Publications or work in Operations Research / Applied Optimization.
Our Values
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of experience in Operations Research
- Strong experience in Python development
- Expertise in LP, MIP, heuristics
- Hands-on experience with Gurobi/CPLEX
- Experience with Snowflake for data warehousing
- Proficiency in MongoDB or NoSQL
- Experience integrating AI/ML into production
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Yonder and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Yonder.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
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What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
