Lead Software Engineer

Burq, Inc. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their team in a remote capacity. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on AI/ML-powered features and products. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in core technologies like React, Node.js, Python, and PostgreSQL, along with proven experience leading engineering teams in Series A-C startup environments.

The position requires someone who can effectively balance technical leadership with strategic thinking, capable of making architectural decisions while managing and mentoring team members. You'll be responsible for scaling products, implementing best practices in infrastructure and security, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who values team collaboration, has a track record of shipping AI/ML features, and is comfortable working in an ambitious startup environment. The role offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a mission-driven team focused on innovation in the logistics and AI space.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience with infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms, combined with a deep understanding of performance tuning and observability tools. Your contribution to open-source projects and ability to work through ambiguous, user-centered problems will be highly valued.

Join Burq to lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI-powered logistics solutions. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact while working with cutting-edge technologies in a flexible, remote environment.