POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Software Engineer II to join our dynamic and innovative engineering team. As a key member of our engineering team you will play a crucial role in the design development and maintenance of our full stack software solutions. You will work on both frontend and backend components gaining valuable experience in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
About Breakthrough
At Breakthrough we empower shippers with data technology and market knowledge to reduce costs create efficient networks and decarbonize transportation. As a strategic transportation partner we challenge legacy practices in the $700 billion transportation industry delivering sustainable fuel and freight solutions that foster fair partnerships and environmental responsibility.
Our culture thrives on curiosity autonomy and purposedriven innovation. Here youre not just executing tasks; youre collaborating with a team dedicated to transforming transportation and making a tangible impact on the global economy and the planet.
The Role
As a Software Engineer II youll play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing software solutions that enable shippers to optimize freight and fuel decisions. Your expertise will guide the design and implementation of scalable systems contributing across the stackfrom APIs and infrastructure to user interfaces.
Were seeking individuals who excel in collaborative environments are driven by the why behind their work and are eager to influence the evolution of our systems teams and culture.
At Breakthrough were figuring out things for the first time; things that no one else has ever done before Engineering leader Breakthrough
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
WhatYoullDo
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teamsincluding productowners designers and fellow engineersto build reliable scalable systems.
- Contribute to the endtoend design and implementation of newproductfeatures and services.
- Write clean maintainable code accompanied by comprehensive automated tests.
- Reviewpullrequests mentor other engineers and elevate the technical standards within the team.
- Contribute to technical strategy system design and process improvements.
- Participate in our oncall rotation and support production systems embracing a shared ownership model.
Learn more about the work youll do at Breakthrough and our culturehere.
This Role Might Be a Great Fit If
- Youreenthusiastic about tackling complex challenges and can distill them into actionable solutions.
- You prioritize writing clean readable and testable code while understanding the importance of pragmatism.
- Understanding theunderlying purposeof your work motivates you beyond merely delivering features.
- You thrive in collaborative settings engaging with engineers productowners and designers to achieve common goals.
- Yourecommitted to advancing sustainability in transportation and reducing environmental impact through technological innovation.
This Role Might Not Be the Best Fit If
- You prefer working in isolation or solely on predefined tasks without broader context.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment is challenging for you.
- Collaborating with nonengineering disciplines such as product and designdoesntalign with your working style.
- You seek a rigid hierarchical structure to guide all decisionmaking processes.
- Mentoring others and contributing to team growtharentareas of interest for you.
How We Work
- HybridFriendly:While many team members are based in Green Bay we embrace remote work and prioritize impact over location.
- CrossFunctional Teams:Youllbe part of a podcomprisingproduct managers designers QA specialists and fellow engineers fosteringa holistic approachto product development.
- Continuous Improvement:We regularly conduct retrospectives refine our processes and invest in addressing technical debt to enhance our workflows.
- Empowered Engineers:Beyond task executionyoureencouraged to influence both what we build and how we build it ensuring alignment with our strategicobjectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring
- You have 3 years of experience in software engineering preferably within productoriented teams (external/client facing solutions).
- Proficient in building and deploying applications using modern tools and frameworks
- You have aBachelors degree in Computer Scienceor related technical field involving coding (e.g. physics or mathematics) or equivalent technical experience
- Adept at navigating ambiguity simplifying complex problems and balancing shortterm needs with longtermobjectives.
- Collaborative by nature you value pairing whiteboarding sessions and learning from diverse perspectives.
- Passionate about delivering highquality products that enhance client experiences and drive sustainability in transportation
TechWe Use
- Backend:PythonSQL Server Postgres
- Frontend:NodeReact TypeScriptgraphQL
- Cloud & Infrastructure:Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Terraform Docker
- Data & Analytics:BigQuerydbt
- Monitoring & Observability:New Relic
Whileexpertisein every technologyisntrequired familiarity with our stack is to work with individuals who bring relevant experience and a willingness to learn.
Why Breakthrough
- MissionDriven Work:Engage in projects that have a tangible impact on the economy and the more about our innovation in thisvideo.
- Supportive Culture:Experience a workplace that values autonomy growth and meaningful contributions.
- Leadership Opportunities:Take on roles that allow you to mentor guide and shape the future of our products and technological direction.
- Established Backing:As a U.S. Venture company webenefitfrom a legacy of innovation and a commitment to sustainable practices.
DIVISION:
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