What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Engineer position at BulkLoads?
Company Description
BulkLoads is an online community that connects shippers, brokers, and carriers in the dry and liquid bulk truckload industry. The platform specializes in matching bulk load shipments, including grain, feed, fertilizer, aggregates, and other bulk commodities, with carriers operating various trailer types. Our enhanced load board simplifies the process by mapping available trucks with load postings, enabling fast and efficient connections through instant communication, real-time chat, email alerts, and more. With robust tools such as a DOT scale listings and an FMCSA carrier directory, BulkLoads is dedicated to transforming how business is conducted in the bulk load industry. Based in Springfield, MO, our solutions are tailored to streamline logistics and improve operational efficiency for our members.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site position for a Senior Software Engineer in Springfield, MO. The Senior Software Engineer will help design, build, and scale our core platforms: Bulk TMS and Funding Manager. This is a hands-on role focused on backend and frontend development for real-world logistics and financial workflows.
Duties
- Design and build scalable backend services in Java
- Develop frontend features using TypeScript
- Write clean, testable, production-ready code
- Lead technical decisions and mentor other engineers
- Collaborate closely with product and operations teams
Qualifications
- 5 years of professional software engineering experience
- Strong experience with Java (backend services, APIs)
- Frontend experience with TypeScript and modern frameworks
- Experience supporting production systems at scale
What You’ll Work On
- Core feature development across Bulk TMS and Funding Manager
- Financial workflows: settlements, payables, invoicing, integrations
- API development and third-party integrations (QuickBooks, payments, ELD)
- Performance, reliability, and system modernization
Why BulkLoads
- Build software used daily by real trucking companies
- High ownership and visible impact
- Work directly with leadership and product teams
Hybrid / in-person in Springfield, MO 65804