# Senior/Staff Backend Engineer at BlueCargo

- Company: BlueCargo (YC S18)
- What the company does: The automated solution for complex freight transactions. Backed by Y Combinator.
- Company website: http://www.bluecargo.io/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: New York, NY, US / Culver City, CA, US / Remote (US)
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $160K to $220K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-03-10
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/bluecargo/jobs/4UzRNNM-senior-staff-backend-engineer
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/bluecargo-senior-staff-backend-engineer/

## About the role

As a Senior/Staff Backend Engineer at Blue Cargo, you will play a crucial role in building the platform technology and infrastructure that drives our product delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

## What they're looking for

- 8+ years of experience in a software development environment
- 5+ years of Python engineering experience, developing and deploying software using Agile methodologies
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and oversee complex tasks while prioritizing multiple projects based on strategic goals
- Interest or experience in logistics and/or supply chain management
- Startup experience
- Experience with large-scale systems

Tags: Engineering