Remote Senior Software Engineer

Description:

• Canals is a bootstrapped, profitable startup transforming wholesale distribution with AI.
• The company operates fully remotely with a team of 40, including 30 engineers, 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 who can maintain high quality while moving quickly.
• Responsibilities include backend engineering focused on scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Engineers will own large, complex projects from planning to deployment.
• Collaboration with product and customer teams is essential to align engineering with business needs.
• The role involves balancing hands-on coding with guiding the team’s technical direction and shaping the future of Canals.

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.
• Applicants should be comfortable taking ownership of deliverables and ensuring high standards in project delivery.
• The ability to guide and unblock other engineers through thoughtful code reviews and architectural feedback is necessary.
• Previous experience in high-growth startups or small teams is considered a plus.

Benefits:

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