Software Engineer - Full Stack, Product Engineering

Baton is the product innovation division within Ryder, one of the world's largest transportation and logistics companies. Established as Ryder's in-house technology lab, Baton develops forward-thinking software solutions that modernize supply chain management for a massive customer base. The team operates with startup agility while leveraging the resources and stability of a Fortune 500 enterprise, focusing on building intelligent systems that transform how freight is planned and executed across the American economy.

Ryder's acquisition of Baton in 2022 marked a significant commitment to digital transformation in logistics. Today, Baton manages over 10 billion dollars in annual freight activity and serves more than 50,000 customers through category-defining applications. The division's mission centers on enabling supply chain automation at scale, tackling problems that have remained largely unsolved in an industry ripe for technological disruption.

We are hiring a Full Stack Software Engineer for our Product Engineering team based in San Francisco. You will contribute to both customer-facing applications and the underlying data infrastructure that powers next-generation logistics tools. This hybrid position is located in Hayes Valley, with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays while collaborating in-office Tuesday through Thursday.

What you'll do

• Design and implement full-stack features across our web applications, handling both front-end interfaces and backend systems to deliver seamless user experiences

• Develop backend application layers and data models using Python 3, FastAPI, and GraphQL, ensuring security, scalability and robust functionality at enterprise scale

• Build and maintain responsive frontend interfaces with React and TypeScript, optimizing performance across all devices and browsers

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand customer requirements, plan project execution, and translate business needs into technical solutions

• Manage project milestones while identifying risks early, resolving issues quickly, and maintaining high quality standards throughout the development lifecycle

• Work alongside senior engineers and architects to define system architecture and core components that support complex enterprise applications

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to keep our technology stack competitive and modern

What you'll bring

• At least 3 years of professional full-stack software development experience building web applications with modern architecture and design patterns

• Strong proficiency in Python and hands-on experience creating intuitive, responsive, and performant user interfaces

• Solid command of TypeScript and React for frontend development

• Knowledge of web development best practices and the ability to discuss engineering and product tradeoffs thoughtfully

• Proactive problem-solving mindset with strong programming fundamentals and genuine enthusiasm for technology

• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments while maintaining focus on delivery and quality

Nice to have

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field

• Experience with AWS or comparable cloud-based infrastructure services

• First principles thinking approach to innovation and problem-solving

What they offer

• Annual base salary range of 150,000 to 200,000 dollars, plus annual performance bonuses and long-term incentive plans

• Comprehensive benefits including 401k matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, and employee stock purchase program with 15 percent discount

• Hybrid schedule with remote flexibility