Lead Software Engineer at Platform Science

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Transportation, IoT, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of professional software development experience, including 2+ years in senior technical or leadership roles
Strong expertise in full stack development with React.js, Node.js, and API development
Solid understanding of microservices architecture, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Expertise in event-driven integration patterns (e.g., pub/sub messaging)
Proficiency with JavaScript, Redux, Webpack, and UI frameworks (Material UI, Bootstrap)
Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases such as ElasticSearch, MongoDB, or Firestore
Proven ability to architect and design scalable, distributed, cloud-native systems (AWS/Azure or GCP)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Strong grasp of software engineering principles, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
Demonstrated leadership skills in mentoring engineers, driving technical excellence, and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Architect and implement scalable, secure, and performant solutions using modern web and backend technologies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate third-party services, APIs, and data sources, ensuring seamless interoperability
Design and implement micro-frontend architectures for modular applications, and robust authentication/authorization mechanisms
Produce clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, conducting thorough code reviews
Mentor and coach team members on technical design, coding standards, and professional development
Collaborate with full stack teams to gather requirements, deliver technical solutions, work with an innovative mindset, and ensure the successful delivery of projects

Skills

React

Node

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

micro-frontends

APIs

full-stack

cloud-native

Platform Science

Fleet management solutions for large operators

About Platform Science

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for the transportation industry, focusing on telematics and fleet management solutions. Their products include a connected vehicle platform, mobile device management, and a fleet management portal, which help large fleet operators transition from outdated systems to more advanced technology. These tools enable fleet operators to manage mobile devices and applications, monitor operations, and ensure safety and maintenance through a single portal. Unlike competitors, Platform Science emphasizes ease of use and quick deployment, making it accessible for clients. The goal is to enhance efficiency, improve the driver experience, and provide future-proof solutions for fleet management.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$350.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging IoT fleet management startups increase competition in the market.

Economic downturns may reduce investment in fleet management technologies.

Reliance on OEM partnerships poses risks if relationships are disrupted.

Differentiation

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for modern telematics solutions.

The company provides enterprise-grade applications tailored for large fleet operators.

Platform Science's platform is easy to use and ready out of the box.

Upsides

Platform Science raised $125 million to accelerate innovation in transportation.

Partnerships with OEMs and companies like Averitt enhance their market position.

ISO 27001 certification boosts trust and compliance in fleet management.

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