About the position
As a Staff Backend Engineer at FourKites, you will have the opportunity to work on developing and maintaining Java backend applications, collaborating with the frontend team, and integrating the backend with the user interface. You will be responsible for writing clean and efficient code, designing data models and database schemas, and troubleshooting and debugging applications. Additionally, you will work closely with the DevOps team to deploy and manage applications in production. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact in the logistics and supply chain industry.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test and maintain Java backend applications
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
- Design and implement data models and database schemas
- Collaborate with the frontend team to integrate the backend with the user interface
- Perform code reviews and ensure code quality standards are met
- Troubleshoot and debug applications
- Work with the DevOps team to deploy and manage applications in production
- Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with new technologies and industry trends
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Java Backend Developer or similar role
- Strong understanding of Java, Spring Framework, and object-oriented programming principles
- Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
- Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Good knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong knowledge of Git (branches, submodules, rebasing) and other Agile tools such as JIRA & Confluence
- Agile SDLC experience
- Experience in Amazon Web Services or other cloud services is a plus
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with stock options
- Medical benefits starting on the first day of employment
- 36 PTO days (Sick, Casual, and Earned)
- 5 recharge days
- 2 volunteer days
- Home office setups and technology reimbursement
- Lifestyle and family benefits
- Annual swags/festive swags
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities (Professional development program, Toast Master club, etc.)