Description:

Canals is a bootstrapped, profitable startup transforming wholesale distribution with AI.
The company operates fully remotely with a team of 55 people, including 40 in engineering.
The platform integrates with existing distributor systems, automating tasks and reducing failure points in logistics.
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.
Responsibilities include owning large, complex projects from planning to deployment.
The engineer will collaborate with product and customer teams 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 essential.
Applicants should be comfortable taking ownership of deliverables and ensuring high-quality project delivery.
The ability to guide and unblock other engineers through thoughtful code reviews and architectural feedback is required.
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 that invests 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.