Lead Software Engineer - REMOTE

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $28 billion in freight under management and 2.5X larger than the next largest North American freight broker, we are one of the world's largest logistics platforms with our 100,00 customers and 85,000 contract carriers. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world's economy. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers' businesses.

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer on our Contractual Costing team who can help us disrupt the logistics industry. We need a leader with both the experience and passion for building stable, durable, and extensible code. We are building brand new, data-intensive software products that are focused on delivery sophisticated tools for our business, customers, and carriers. Machine learning, predictive analytics, and real-time information processing are areas we are heavily investing in. We have an established data science program that continues to power decision making and automation. In this position you'll be supervising a team of machine learning engineers, data engineers, and software engineers who partner closely with our Business Data Science team to take solutions from discovery to production with scalable and well-engineered solutions.

C.H. Robinson recognizes the importance of workplace flexibility. We are committed to providing a remote-friendly work environment, both now and in the future. Our global technology teams will continue to have the flexibility that enables you to work where you are most effective, whether that be remote or in the office.

Responsibilities:

• Develop software products (50% hands-on)
• Train, mentor, and develop a dynamic, collaborative team of talented machine learning engineers, data engineers, and software engineers solving complex business problems in imaginative and innovative ways
• Partner with our Business Data Science team to define and ensure data science best software engineering practices
• Communicate the team's work to a range of stakeholders and leaders in technology and the business
• Lead efforts to increase the advanced algorithm acumen of technology and business stakeholders
• Release Management: bring technical & business priorities into one plan (include dependency management)
• Collaborate with architects, value owners, project managers, delivery leads, data scientists, engineers, and support team members to bring R&D projects from discovery phases into production
• Drive efficiencies and best practices across teams
• Mentor and guide the career development of your members
• Foster continuous learning and innovation

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within information technology
• Familiarity in one or more core data science disciplines (e.g., machine learning, artificial intelligence, etc.)
• Proficiency with analytic, optimization, database, and data visualization tools - Python, SQL, Kafka, Snowflake, Hadoop ecosystem, Hive, R and other NoSQL technologies (Elasticsearch, Redis, etc.)
• Proficiency developing containerized applications
• Working experience with database objects in relational databases (ex. PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Oracle) including schema design, stored procedure development and performance and optimization techniques.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience and a high school diploma/GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading software engineering teams - especially machine learning engineering teams
• Proven ability in change management and conflict resolution
• Excellent communication skills - Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex solutions and in a relatable way at all levels of the organization
• Proficiency developing and deploying applications on Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Experience working with workflow orchestration or DAG tools such as Airflow
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE page.