Sr. Software Development Engineer
Seattle, WA

Job Description

As the Software Development Engineer, this role will report directly to the Software Development Manager working on our GTC team. Responsibilities include writing server side code for Google Cloud Platform based applications, creating robust high-volume production applications, and developing prototypes quickly. This role will also help create innovative ways to tackle analytics such as geospatial problems, machine learning, and trending analysis.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Deliver software features with exceptional quality, meeting designated release plans and delivery commitments
* Develop applications and services across Zonar's technology stack to deliver new features and support for Zonar's products
* Work closely with other team member in guiding software architecture and technology decisions to emphasis quality, performance, usability, and sustainability, empowering the end goal of releasing a world-class user experience and business value to our customers
* Instrument Zonar code to achieve insight on business metrics, usage, and performance
* Follow software engineering best practices and provide technical mentorship to other members of the team

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM

* 3+ years of experience for software development
* Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms and software design with strong analytical and debugging skills
* Experience with Python (will be working in Python), Java, and ability to pick new languages quickly
* Experience with database systems such as PostgreSQL, Cassandra
* RESTful API experience required
* Experience with message queues such as RabbitMQ, Kafka
* Experience with Docker Containers, Kubernetes, and Microservice Frameworks is a plus
* Experience with Large Scale/ Big Data methods, such as MapReduce, Hadoop, Hive preferred
* Experience in designing and building large scale systems. Demonstrated knowledge with distributed and multi-threaded implementations a plus
* Ability to work well with others, motivate other team members, and thrive in a dynamic and challenging work environment. Able to set goals and achieve scheduled deadlines
* Passionate orientation and attention to customer satisfaction
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience

ABOUT US

Founded in 2001, Zonar has pioneered smart fleet management technology by providing innovative technology that has changed fleet operations in the vocational, pupil and commercial trucking industries. With a unique focus on this field, the Company offers a complete suite of solutions and specialized platforms for our customers in multiple markets. Our patented, award-winning technology keeps fleet owners and managers connected to their fleets and drivers to dispatchers. Zonar has a proven history of continuous innovation on behalf of our customers, providing products that efficiently and easily track commercial fleets and assets, streamline reporting and significantly increasing safety while saving cost. Leveraging a portfolio of 150+ patents, we are building upon these data and related analytics services to create the next generation of software and services for the 15M target customers in the US alone.

Headquartered in Seattle and majority-owned by technology company Continental, Zonar also has a Technology Development Center in downtown Seattle, a regional office in Cincinnati, and a distribution center outside of Atlanta. Our culture is based on ingenuity, leadership, teamwork, excellence, passion, integrity, and fun! Our company has grown to over 350 employees who are goal-oriented and fast-paced, but understand the importance of having a healthy work life balance. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a fast-paced, growing, innovative company, make a big impact on a rapidly evolving space, and have fun along the way!