FourKites, Inc. is hiring a
Staff Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Senior Staff Backend Engineer at FourKites who will work on features end-to-end using Java, GoLang, React, Redis, PostgreSQL, etc. The role involves developing products that can change the logistics landscape and collaborating with teams to integrate backend with the user interface.

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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Agile SDLC experience
• Experience in Amazon Web Services or other cloud services is a plus

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.)