[Remote] Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Recruiting from Scratch is representing a dynamic SaaS company at the forefront of artificial intelligence and logistics, developing technology that revolutionizes the freight and transportation industry. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to design and maintain scalable backend systems while collaborating with machine learning teams to integrate AI/ML models into their platform.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain scalable backend systems that support a production SaaS platform utilized by logistics companiesCollaborate closely with machine learning and data science teams to seamlessly integrate AI/ML models into core product featuresArchitect and enhance backend services, APIs, and data pipelines to ensure high reliability and performance at scaleContribute to technical decision-making, including system design, code reviews, and establishing engineering best practicesWork cross-functionally with product managers and frontend engineers to deliver comprehensive end-to-end featuresIdentify and resolve performance bottlenecks, reliability issues, and technical debt in existing systemsHelp define and evolve the engineering culture and standards as the team expandsSkills4–10 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong emphasis on backend developmentProven experience in building and scaling backend systems in a SaaS or cloud-based environmentDeep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and API designStrong fundamentals in data modeling, database design, and query optimizationAbility to manage problems end-to-end, from architecture through deployment and monitoringExperience in the logistics, supply chain, or transportation technology sectorsFamiliarity with AI/ML model deployment and integration in production environmentsBenefitsCompetitive equity optionsFlexibility and work-life balanceCompany OverviewA recruiting agency working with technology companies to help them hire software engineers, data roles, product managers, and hardware. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Albany, New York, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/.