Software Engineer, Backend API's
Searoutes, France
Job Description
Searoutes is the upcoming standard for GHG emissions management in the logistics. We enable shippers to build and execute GHG reduction strategies. We are intimately convinced that reducing GHG emissions in the logistics is an operational problem, so we leverage modern algorithms to go beyond standard methodologies, and give shippers the visibility they deserve. In the last 12 months, we've deployed our APIs at 40+ companies and scaled to 500k+ calls per day.
We're backed by top advisors (Xeneta, DSV, ClearMetal, X-Up) and believe in product led growth. Our culture is deeply rooted in research and development, put to the service of one the greatest problems of our times. Searoutes is remote first, with most of our team based in Europe and Canada.
Requirements
We are looking for an ambitious software engineer to join our product team. You'll be a key member in building our core API products, focusing on our backend (Java 11+, Python, ElasticStack, Postgres, TimescaleDB, AWS) building and maintaining our core functionalities helping to accelerate the digital transformation of supply chain amp; logistics companies around the world.
As an early engineer, you will define the architecture of our core systems, own products from infrastructure to UX, and work closely with the founders to set the tone for the engineering culture. This role is particularly suited for engineers interested in building a scalable API infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.
What you’ll do
- Architect, build, test, and ship highly-available API services, with security, reliability, and scalability in mind.
- Use the right data structures and frameworks for the challenge at hand. Our stack is heavy data pipelines and algorithms for graphs.
- Review code, mentor and assist others in the team.
- Cultivate best practices.
What you’ll need
- 5+ years of experience writing software with a strong engineering background.
- Proficient with Java 11+. Additional languages always welcome!
- Curious, not afraid to get out of your comfort zone to write elegant solutions.
- Organized and self-sufficient, prior startup experience preferred.
Bonus
- You know what path problems are.
- You have experience working with GIS.
- Proficient with PostgreSQL, data pipelines, message brokers.
- Experience architecting, implementing and iterating over APIs at scale.
Benefits
As part of our team, you will:
- Have a chance to re-shape the future of climate in the logistics.
- Get a stipend to set you up remotely and be empowered to deliver your best work.
- Have a flat hierarchy, where you will have direct access to the founders and won’t be tied up in politics.
- Have a high degree of learning and ownership in a dynamic environment.
- Get the chance to join our team building events in the south of France.