Software Development Engineer (Web)

Who We Are:

At Platform Science, we’re working to connect everything that moves.

Founded in 2015, we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe.

Our employees are an engaging, diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.

We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others.  We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity, while encouraging transparency because, no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities, we are one team.

Who You Are:

We are looking for a qualified Software Development Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. You will be hired to help enhance our web applications within our existing and new SaaS product offerings.

Our stack is wide, diverse, and evolving.  As a Software Development Engineer, you are eager to take on multiple languages, frameworks, and contribute to future architecture decisions.  You are versed in Agile/Scrum methodologies and are comfortable with giving and taking technical direction.

Our primary business logic is currently PHP but transitioning to Node services.  Our web front ends utilize Vue. Some teams leverage Python and bits of Ruby as well.  Finally, many of our APIs interact with Android clients so any mobile development you have is a plus.

If all this sounds like a challenge you’re ready and willing to embrace then let’s chat asap!

What you bring to the table:

• 2+ years experience working in full stack development
• Experience working with: Node, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Experience with MySQL or Postgres
• API Design and Integration experience (REST)
• Database design experience, with understanding of various ORMs such as Eloquent
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering - or work equivalent.
• A solid portfolio of experience building web services/APIs for mobile or other server side applications
• Good technical foundation with ability to pick up new skills and adapt quickly
• Desire to learn new technologies while supporting existing
• A commitment to software craftsmanship and things like unit testing, code review, design patterns, etc

What will make you stand out:

• Laravel Experience
• Vue.js Experience
• GraphQL
• Mobile development experience
• Cloud native development in to AWS
• Python
• System Architecture Design
• CI/CD
• Agile/Scrum
• Linux administration
• Big Data
• Working with hardware
• Java

Platform Science Benefits Highlights:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (some plans for employees are 100% covered by Platform Science)
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• 401k matching 
• Investment in your professional growth in the company

Our job titles for each posting may span across more than one job level. The estimated base salary for this role is between $95,698 and $165,000. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salaries across all US locations. Compensation packages are based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, work experience, relevant trainings and certifications, business needs, market demands and specific geographical location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and benefits.

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