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Posted Apr 24LMZ - Technical Lead
On-site
Requirements
- experience Must haves - 10+ years of
- experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a technical lead or principal engineer capacity - Deep proficiency in TypeScript/Node.js (NestJS) — you write idiomatic, production-grade code and can defend every architectural decision you make - Expert-level
- experience with PostgreSQL — schema design, query optimization, indexing strategies, transactional integrity, migrations at scale, and operational monitoring - Proven
- experience designing and implementing complex, event-driven data models — understanding of ledger-based inventory patterns or similar append-only architectures is a strong plus - Strong
- experience designing scalable REST APIs with clear versioning, error handling, and contract management strategies -
- experience with GCP (Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub) or AWS; GCP experience is preferred -
- Experience leading system migrations or replacements with dual-write / shadow-run strategies to minimize operational risk -
- Experience with WMS platforms, ERP systems (e.g.
- NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics), or similar operational/enterprise software is a strong plus - Background in logistics, supply chain, or fulfillment-heavy domains is a strong plus - Actively uses AI coding assistants (e.g.
- Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or similar) and establishes AI-assisted development practices across the team - Advanced english required What we expect from you - 100% alignment with our core values!
Benefits
- - Ability to take ownership of projects from start to finish - Strong collaboration and communication skills - Attention to detail and a passion for creating great user experiences What we offer - Remote/flexible work - Highly competitive compensation in US dollars - Opportunities for personal and professional development; mentorship, coaching and training as needed - Ongoing, 40 hours per week dedication - The opportunity to be part of an amazing, multicultural community of tech experts Why work with us?
Additional details
- IMPORTANT: At the moment we are only considering candidates located in Latin America.
- Please do not apply if you are not located in Latin America.
- About Empirical Empirical empowers early and growth stage tech companies to create the right products in the right way by providing two pivotal services: - Product & Technology Leadership: Our clients entrust critical decisions to our network of top-tier US-based CTOs and CPOs.
- We provide fractional, project, or advisory based support, combining highly experienced talent with a flexible approach. - Product Development Teams: We provide our clients with high performing, senior product development talent through a scalable staff augmentation model and ongoing support.
- We focus on Latin America to find exceptional talent, with time zone and cultural compatibility.
- We are proud to be a people first company, where we prioritize building meaningful, long lasting human connections with clients and team members alike, while embracing diversity and uniqueness.
- With this foundation and our focus on talent, we help create great products that people love.
- Our values - Care about people first - Strive to add value always - Lead with integrity - Have fun every step of the way The Opportunity Our client, a rapidly growing, venture-backed logistics and fulfillment company, is building a next-generation, custom Warehouse Management System (WMS) from the ground up — along with the full ecosystem of operational systems that surround it.
- This is not just a WMS: the scope includes the end-to-end operational technology stack, spanning real-time inventory control, order management, carrier and EDI integrations, 3PL connectivity, and ERP-adjacent workflows.
- The platform will replace the current operations stack and transform how the company manages warehouse operations at scale.