Backend Software Engineer

Job Posted 23 Days Ago Reposted 23 Days Ago
San Francisco, CA
Senior level
Logistics • Transportation
The Role
The Backend Software Engineer will develop a data infrastructure for Kargo's logistics platform, focusing on data ingestion, processing, and API integration.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics.  Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time.

We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.

As a backend infrastructure engineer, you’ll work on the center of our data infrastructure to enable Kargo’s next generation logistics platform. You’ll collaborate with edge, data, and frontend engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Build a scalable, performant and robust data infrastructure that enables data ingestion from edge devices, various data processing pipelines, and APIs for frontend data representation.

Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in backend software or infrastructure engineering.
  • Experience in python, bash, databases (SQL / Postgres / MySql / Redis / MongoDB), big data platforms (Hadoop / Spark / Kafka / Hive / Pig / Presto), cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure), and API design.
  • Experience building high-quality end-to-end data solutions in an agile environment from requirements to production.
  • Expert level skills in data integration, data modeling and data architecture.
  • Working knowledge of Big Data concepts in organizing both structured and unstructured data.
  • Degree in Computer Science or a related quantitative field, or equivalent experience.

Kargo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Top Skills

AWS
Azure
Bash
GCP
Hadoop
Hive
Kafka
MongoDB
MySQL
Pig
Postgres
Presto
Python
Redis
Spark
SQL
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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
35 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2019

What We Do

Kargo is connecting the physical world of logistics to the digital ecosystem that manages it. Our infrastructure automates the shipping and receiving process, while providing real-time visuals and data on your operations. Kargo brings efficiency and visibility not only to your warehouse, but to the entire supply chain.

In solving foundational problems of the logistics industry, our team tackles complex challenges and makes a direct impact - both on the product and the industry as a whole. Join us!

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