Kpler

Senior Full Stack Engineer

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3 Locations

Remote or Hybrid

Senior level

Analytics

The Role

Design, develop, deploy, and scale full-stack web applications and backend APIs for real-time maritime trade intelligence. Build TypeScript frontends, Python services, REST and GraphQL APIs, and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases. Manage AWS infrastructure, Docker deployments, CI/CD, observability, testing, and system performance. Collaborate with Product, Data Engineering, and SRE teams to deliver scalable solutions and use AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering velocity.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Kpler, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate complex markets with ease. By simplifying global trade information and providing valuable insights, we empower organisations to make informed decisions in commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

Since our founding in 2014, we have focused on delivering top-tier intelligence through user-friendly platforms. Our team of over 850 experts from 69 countries works tirelessly to transform intricate data into actionable strategies, ensuring our clients stay ahead in a dynamic market landscape. Join us to leverage cutting-edge innovation for impactful results and experience unparalleled support on your journey to success.

About the Role

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer in our Maritime & Logistics division, you will drive the design, development, and scaling of end-to-end web applications and backend APIs that power real-time global trade intelligence. You will take technical ownership of high-impact features—from sleek frontend user interfaces to resilient microservices handling complex datasets. Working with modern stack tooling and AI-assisted workflows, your contribution will ensure our clients receive fast, accurate, and actionable maritime insights across global supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and deploy robust full-stack applications utilizing TypeScript, modern frontend frameworks (Vue/React), and Python (FastAPI).
Architect high-performance REST and GraphQL APIs backed by optimized relational (SQL) and non-relational (NoSQL) databases.
Drive operational excellence across cloud infrastructure (AWS) by maintaining CI/CD pipelines, containerized deployments (Docker), and proactive observability.
Champion modern software engineering practices, including code reviews, automated testing, and integrating AI dev tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude Code) to enhance velocity.
Collaborate closely with Product, Data Engineering, and SRE teams to translate complex maritime domain needs into scalable technical solutions.
Monitor system SLAs—focusing on throughput, API latency, and uptime—to ensure seamless data delivery to end-users.

Experience & Background

What you'll need (Must-haves)

5+ years of professional software development experience building production-grade full-stack systems.
Strong expertise in frontend development using TypeScript and Vue.js or React.
Hands-on proficiency in backend development with Python (FastAPI or similar frameworks) and API design (REST/GraphQL).
Proven track record working with cloud platforms (AWS), Docker, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Demonstrated experience optimizing database performance across SQL and NoSQL environments.

Nice-to-haves

Experience using modern AI-assisted software development tools to accelerate workflow and output quality.
Prior exposure to streaming architectures, message brokers (Kafka), or large-scale data processing pipelines.
Domain knowledge in maritime, supply chain, or global commodities logistics.

We are a dynamic company dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions to tackle market challenges head-on. If you thrive on customer satisfaction and turning ideas into reality, then you’ve found your ideal destination. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

We make things happen

We act decisively and with purpose, going the extra mile.

We build together

We foster relationships and develop creative solutions to address market challenges.

We are here to help

We are accessible and supportive to colleagues and clients with a friendly approach.

Our People Pledge

Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely than others to apply if they feel like they don’t match 100% of the job requirements. Don’t let the confidence gap stand in your way, we’d love to hear from you! We understand that experience comes in many different forms and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Kpler is committed to providing a fair, inclusive and diverse work-environment. We believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, and better ideas allow us to better understand the needs and interests of our diverse, global community. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer.

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Skills Required

5+ years of professional software development experience building production-grade full-stack systems
Strong frontend development expertise using TypeScript and Vue.js or React
Backend development proficiency with Python and FastAPI or similar frameworks
API design experience with REST and GraphQL
Experience with AWS, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
Experience optimizing database performance across SQL and NoSQL environments
Experience using AI-assisted software development tools
Experience with streaming architectures, Kafka, or large-scale data processing pipelines
Domain knowledge in maritime, supply chain, or global commodities logistics

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The Company

HQ: Brussels

138 Employees

Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Kpler is the leading data & analytics firm providing real-time transparency in commodity markets. Relying on a methodology that combines artificial and human intelligence, the Kpler platform provides real-time data and analytics (global flows, storage, freight) on more than 40 commodities including crude oil, refined products, LNG, LPG, and dry bulk.