Principal Software Engineer Opportunity @ FourKites

At FourKites we have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges with real-world impacts. Whether its medical supplies from Cardinal Health or groceries for Walmart, the FourKites platform helps customers operate global supply chains that are efficient, agile and sustainable.

Join us at the forefront of technological innovation in the logistics industry. As a Principal Engineer, you'll architect and develop cutting-edge solutions leveraging advanced technologies including Golang, Python, Java, Ruby on Rails, AngularJS, Redis, and PostgreSQL. You'll pioneer the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities into our core platform, revolutionizing how the world's leading corporations manage their supply chains.

This role offers the rare opportunity to work across the full technology stack, from backend systems to user experiences, while collaborating with our strategic partners to expand our ecosystem. Your contributions will directly influence the evolution of global logistics technology, working alongside our US-based teams and enterprise clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science & Engineering or related field from a prestigious institution; Master's degree preferred
• Demonstrated excellence as a technical individual contributor with minimum 6 years of experience in Software Engineering and enterprise application development
• Deep expertise in microservices architecture design and implementation
• Advanced knowledge of distributed messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ) and event-driven architectures
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with NoSQL technologies (MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase)
• Mastery of software design patterns and architectural principles
• Passion for AI/ML technologies** with demonstrable experience implementing GenAI and LLM-based solutions in production environments
• Proven ability to leverage data analytics for engineering decision-making and performance optimization
• Experience applying computational approaches to solve complex logistical challenges
• Proficiency in Golang and/or NodeJS highly valued
• Experience with Domain-Driven Design methodologies appreciated
• Outstanding programming skills in multiple object-oriented languages
• Track record of building robust, scalable RESTful APIs with comprehensive test coverage
• Experience in Agile development methodologies and CI/CD practices
• Proficiency with cloud platforms, particularly AWS
• Exceptional communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

• Architect next-generation microservices that incorporate GenAI capabilities for intelligent cost modeling and prediction
• Design and implement scalable systems capable of supporting exponential user growth while maintaining performance integrity
• Optimize infrastructure utilization and external dependencies to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs
• Create sophisticated data acquisition and transformation layers that seamlessly interface with complementary product offerings
• Collaborate with US-based product teams to translate business requirements into technical roadmaps and innovative solutions
• Provide technical mentorship to emerging engineering talent, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing
• Spearhead proof-of-concept initiatives leveraging emerging technologies to guide strategic development
• Partner with Engineering Management to establish and priori