Staff Software Engineer - Application Platform

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Hiring Remotely in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Remote or Hybrid
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Logistics • Machine Learning • Software • Transportation
Leading Supply Chain Technology
The Role

At FourKites we have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges with real-world impacts. Whether it’s medical supplies from Cardinal Health or groceries for Walmart, the FourKites platform helps customers operate global supply chains that are efficient, agile and sustainable.

Join a team of curious problem solvers that celebrates differences, leads with empathy and values inclusivity

Staff Engineer JD:
As a Staff Software Engineer, you will get an opportunity to work on features end to end (backend & frontend) using the latest technologies such as RoR, Java, GoLang, Angular, React, Redis, PostgreSQL. You will develop products that can change the logistics landscape and will be used by some of the biggest corporations in the world. You will develop integrations with our strategic partners to help expand our ecosystem. You will work closely with our US team and customers to develop features that help shape the logistics and supply chain industry.
Who you are:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science & Engineering or related field from a reputed institution.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Software Engineering and Web application development.
  • Good understanding of software design, Microservices architecture, object-oriented principles, and design patterns.
  • Experience with Design and development of highest quality software/services using RoR/Golang/Java.
  • Good knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
  • Strong understanding of Java, Spring Framework, and object-oriented programming principles
  • Experience in one of Azure, Amazon Web Services or other cloud services.
  • Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of Git (branches, submodules, rebasing) and other Agile tools such as JIRA & Confluence.
  • Agile SDLC experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
What you’ll be doing:
  • Design, architect, implement, test, profile, release, and optimize highest quality software/services using RoR/Golang/Java.
  • Partner with product manages to analyse product requirements and plan engineering execution
  • Document HLD/LLD for easy knowledge sharing and future scaling
  • Perform design and code reviews
  • Implement code with very high coverage of unit tests and component tests
  • Cross-training peers and mentoring teammates
  • Possess expert knowledge in performance, security, scalability, architecture, and best practices
  • Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions
  • Collaborate with UX designers to develop responsive user interface components
  • Working knowledge of SQL based (any RDBMS) and NOSQL data stores (any one) with the ability to write intermediate level SQL
  • Experience in building Web application backends using Java Spring Boot or similar
  • Experience with frontend libraries/frameworks such as React/Angular is a plus.
Education Qualification: Graduate from B.E/ B.Tech / MCA / M.Tech Background.

Who we are:

FourKites®, the leader in AI-driven supply chain transformation for global enterprises and pioneer of real-time visibility, turns supply chain data into automated action. FourKites’ Intelligent Control Tower™ breaks down enterprise silos by creating a real-time digital twin of orders, shipments, inventory and assets. This comprehensive view, combined with AI-powered digital workers, enables companies to prevent disruptions, automate routine tasks, and optimize performance across As the leader in AI-driven supply chain transformation, FourKites pioneered the Intelligent Control Tower™ powered by the world’s largest real-time visibility network. Our platform creates comprehensive digital twins of your supply chain with AI-powered digital workers to automate resolution, improve collaboration and drive outcomes across all stakeholders. Unlike traditional control towers, we enable true real-time execution and intelligent fulfillment, transforming both your supply and customer

Benefits 

  • Medical benefits start on first day of employment
  • 36 PTO days( Sick, Casual and Earned) , 5 recharge days, 2 volunteer days 
  • Home Office setups and Technology reimbursement
  • Lifestyle & Family benefits 
  • Annual Swags/ Festive Swags
  • Ongoing learning & development opportunities ( Professional development program, Toast Master club etc.)

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
600 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Our platform creates comprehensive digital twins of your supply chain with AI-powered digital workers to automate resolution, improve collaboration and drive outcomes across all stakeholders. Unlike traditional control towers, we enable true real-time execution and intelligent fulfillment, transforming both your supply and customer-facing operations.

Why Work With Us

Are you collaborative? Forward-thinking? Eager to solve complex challenges with creative solutions? Do you feel inspired seeing the tangible impact of your work? You’re in good company at FourKites. We love what we do, and we believe in empowering our employees to take ownership, take pride in their work, and have some fun in the process. Join us!

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