Software Engineer, FourKites

Salary not provided

SQL

AWS

Java

Postgres

Azure

Git

REST API

Golang

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Remote from US

Real-time supply chain visibility platform

Job no longer available

Real-time supply chain visibility platform

501-1000 employees

B2BLogisticsSupply ChainSaaS

Job no longer available

Salary not provided

SQL

AWS

Java

Postgres

Azure

Git

REST API

Golang

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Remote from US

501-1000 employees

B2BLogisticsSupply ChainSaaS

Company mission

To drive end-to-end supply chain orchestration, with visibility as the foundation.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Strong command of data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity
Proficient in Java development with solid understanding of multithreading and performance optimization
Experience with SQL query writing and database performance tuning
Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Knowledge of software design patterns and object-oriented principles
Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
Basic understanding of cloud services (AWS/Azure)
CS/Engineering graduate or equivalent with demonstrated programming capabilities
Strong Java developer with solid understanding of core language concepts
Skilled in SQL query writing and database interaction
Analytical thinker who approaches problems methodically
Detail-oriented with high standards for code quality
Effective communicator who can articulate technical concepts clearly
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments

What the job involves

Develop application features with your Java expertise, following industry-standard best practices
Build and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Golang with a focus on system reliability and performance
Write efficient SQL queries and implement database optimizations for PostgreSQL databases
Monitor API performance of web applications and implement improvements to enhance response times
Resolve critical issues and production bugs in a timely manner through systematic debugging and testing
Actively participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency across the codebase
Contribute to internal tools that streamline operations and automate workflows for increased efficiency

Our take

The trucking industry has long struggled with inefficiencies, particularly due to a lack of visibility and shipping data. This often results in trucks underutilizing their capacity and driving empty miles. While Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) have been introduced as a solution, they haven't motivated drivers employed by trucking companies to address these inefficiencies.

FourKites offers a digital platform that enhances visibility and efficiency in trucking routes and cargo capacity, reducing the number of empty miles. Rather than focusing on trucking companies or drivers, FourKites targets businesses that require shipping, aligning with their financial incentives to improve logistics efficiency.

Amid a competitive landscape of startups addressing inefficiencies in trucking, FourKites has found success by partnering with shipping companies and businesses that need their services. by making shipping partnerships contingent on using their technology, FourKites bypasses driver reluctance and delivers real efficiency improvements for the entire shipping process.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

1% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.9)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)

Sep 2022

$10m

LATE VC

Mar 2021

$100m

SERIES D

Total funding: $211.6m

Company HQ

West Loop Gate, Chicago, IL

Leadership

Matthew Elenjickal

(Founder & CEO)

Matthew spent half a decade at i2 Technologies and served as an Oracle Consultant, before taking an MBA at Northwestern University. On graduation, they founded FourKites in August 2014, serving ever since as CEO.

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