Software Engineer - Full Stack, Product Engineering

About this role

Who We Are

Baton is Ryder’s in-house product development group focused on harnessing emerging technologies to redefine transportation and logistics. With $10B in freight under management, our technology reaches every part of the U.S. economy.

We design and ship category-defining software that enables Ryder and its 50,000+ customers—including some of the world’s most well-known brands—to plan and execute freight intelligently, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Our work includes everything from customer-facing software to the data platform that will power the next era of innovation at Ryder.

Baton’s mission: enable supply chain on autopilot.

Ryder acquired Baton in 2022 to power its next wave of digital products. We operate at startup speed, with Fortune 500 reach. If you have a passion for solving complex problems and creating impact for the engine of the American economy, you’ll love it here.

Role: Software Engineer

• Full Stack

Location: Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA

Basic Job Details

Job Type: Full Time

Work Model: Hybrid

Remote Days: Monday & Friday

Office Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Job Description

We are looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer who excels in dynamic environments and is driven to develop applications that connect with users. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in designing and implementing both the front-end and back-end components of our applications, utilizing a diverse technology stack that includes Typescript, React, Python, GraphQL, etc.

Candidates should be proactive, adept problem solvers with solid programming expertise in modern front-end and full-stack languages, and a deep enthusiasm for technology.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute project milestones, identifying and mitigating risks and swiftly resolving issues as they arise to deliver high-quality work
• Develop and enhance the architecture of web applications to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance. Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to define system structure and core components.
• Develop backend application layers and data models, ensuring robust functionality, security, and scalability. Our current tech stack includes Python 3, GraphQL, and FastAPI
• Build and maintain frontend interfaces using React and TypeScript, ensuring an exceptional user experience and high performance across all platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand end-user requirements, create effective project plans, and deliver effective technical solutions
• Continually stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies to ensure our technology stack remains current and competitive

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-stack software development experience with web application architecture and design patterns for complex enterprise applications
• Familiarity with web development best practices, and demonstrated ability to discuss engineering and product tradeoffs
• Proficiency in Python with a track record of building intuitive, responsive, and fast web interfaces
• Proficiency with frontend languages and technologies such as Typescript and React

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Strong foundation in first principles thinking to drive problem-solving and innovation
• Experience working with AWS or similar cloud-based services
• The Perks
• Competitive Base Salary + Cash Bonus Structure
• Annual Company Bonus + Long Term Incentive Plan
• 401k with Matching
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Hyper-Stable, publicly traded Enterprise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Coverage
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount to market value)
• Collaborative, Fun, and Tech Forward office in Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA
• Compensation Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000*.
• Compensation will vary based on factors including skill level, transferable knowledge, and experience.
• Note that the above is not the representation of total compensation, which includes our LTI Package as well.
• In addition to base salary, Baton's full-time employees are eligible for an annual company performance bonuses.
• Why You Should Join
• Have an immediate impact:
• With Ryder’s existing customer base of 50,000+ companies and an internal headcount of 43,000, the scale and impact of our products will be large and far-reaching, from day one.
• Opportunity to grow and lead in a Fortune 500 company:
• You’ll get to work in a rapidly growing, startup-like environment while having the stability and backing of Ryder and its full executive team.
• Creative, fast-paced environment to solve impactful problems in Supply Chain:
• We’re going to design completely new tools for an industry that hasn’t been rethought in decades. And to do this, we need people who think differently.