Description:

Canals is a bootstrapped, profitable startup transforming wholesale distribution with AI.
The company operates remotely with a team of 55 people, including 40 in engineering, across North and South America.
The platform integrates with existing distributor systems, automating tasks and reducing failure points in global goods movement.
The customer base is rapidly expanding, necessitating the hiring of senior-level engineers.
The role involves backend engineering work focused on scalability, performance, and reliability.
The engineer will own large, complex projects from planning to deployment.
Collaboration with product and customer teams is essential to align engineering with business needs.
The position requires balancing hands-on coding with guiding the team’s technical direction.
The engineer will help shape the future of Canals as the company scales with its customers.

Requirements:

Candidates must have senior-level experience as a backend engineer building scalable, high-performance systems.
Experience working independently in a fast-paced, product-focused environment is required.
The ability to take ownership of deliverables and ensure high-quality project delivery is essential.
Candidates should be able to guide and unblock other engineers, providing thoughtful code reviews and architectural feedback.
Previous experience in high-growth startups or small teams is considered a plus.

Canals offers stability as a bootstrapped and profitable company without the chaos of venture pivots.
Employees have the opportunity to make a real-world impact by improving global supply chains, saving customers time and reducing waste.
The company fosters a strong engineering culture, investing in quality and documentation for sustainable fast-paced work.
A remote-first, flexible work environment is provided across North and South America.
The company enjoys stellar product-market fit with significant customer appreciation.
Employees will collaborate with an all-star team of engineers from diverse backgrounds, providing opportunities for learning and growth.