Senior Software Engineer - Dispatching
Senior Software Engineer - Dispatching at Blacklane
As a Senior Software Engineer on our Dispatching Team, you will tackle some of the most complex optimization problems in our platform—directly impacting thousands of rides every day.
Environment
Our environment uses Ruby, Go, Typescript and Java services built with DDD. Services are deployed on Kubernetes and communicate via SQS and Kafka. We use Postgres, MySQL, Elasticsearch, Redis, and DynamoDB, all running on AWS and provisioned through Terraform.
Your Challenge
- Tackle complex optimization problems where your algorithms directly influence thousands of rides daily.
- Take full ownership of problems from discovery with operations teams to scalable, production‑ready solutions.
- Lead the design and implementation of new features and systems, debug and optimize existing solutions.
- Build back‑office tooling for operations teams to manage ride fulfillment and chauffeur scheduling efficiently.
- Collaborate closely with product managers and operations teams to understand business needs and translate them into high‑quality technical solutions.
- Lead technical initiatives, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor a talented engineering team.
- Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to ensure code quality and help your teammates grow.
About You
- Senior engineer with 7+ years of experience who still codes most of the time.
- Experienced with Go, React, and Postgres, and comfortable working in Kubernetes environments.
- Familiar with the HTTP protocol and have some experience with using and/or developing REST APIs.
- Write quality, maintainable code and follow best practices. Comfortable with distributed systems challenges. Not afraid of working on an existing codebase.
- Product‑minded—question requirements, think about user impact, and collaborate directly with operations and product teams.
- Hands‑on and pragmatic—debug, optimize, and deliver high‑quality solutions.
- Mentor by doing—pair with teammates, review code, and share knowledge openly.
- Strong communicator who explains complex technical ideas clearly.
- Have experience with or want to learn more about event‑driven architecture and domain‑driven design.
About Blacklane
Our mission is simple but powerful: to become the world’s leading premium, global chauffeur service. Operating in 50+ countries, we reimagine chauffeur‑driven rides by prioritizing reliability, innovation, and first‑class service at every step. Blacklane is also at the forefront of sustainable mobility efforts, continuously working to reduce our operational impact on the planet.
Our Company Culture
Blacklane has grown from a two‑person startup in Berlin to a global team of over 300 people representing 54+ nationalities. Powered by our commitment to care, inclusion, innovation, and collaboration, we support employees through initiatives like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, and more. We welcome—and actively support—employees to create or join the communities that are important to them.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- LGBTQIA+ Network – Advocating for inclusivity and championing allyship.
- Bookclub – Encouraging cultural exchange, fostering discussion, critical thinking, and team engagement through shared reading and analysis.
- Blacklane Cares Leave – Spend up to eight paid hours annually volunteering for causes meaningful to you.
Benefits
- Fair Pay & Shared Success – Good salaries and automatic enrollment in our Virtual Stock Options Plan (VSOP). Shares vest over four years with full transparency on value growth through Ledgy.
- Blacklane Mystery Rides – One complimentary ride per quarter to experience and evaluate our chauffeur services firsthand.
- Learning & Development – Free access to thousands of online courses on LinkedIn Learning, tailored to your career aspirations, and a unique learning experience for those stepping into leadership roles.
- Office Lunches – Weekly home‑cooked, quality office lunches in Berlin to fuel mind and body and foster stronger bonds beyond your division.
- Health & Wellness – Access to the Nilo Health platform for mental wellness and the WHOOP bracelet after one year to support fitness.
- Social Responsibility – Learn more about Miracle flights and the meaningful impact behind our commitment to making a difference.
- Share Ideas with C‑Level – Monthly consultation day where you’re invited to share feedback and constructive criticism shaping our future.
- Hybrid Office Culture – Hybrid, three‑office‑day approach with flexibility when needed to support personal accountability and teamwork.
Contact
Do you have any questions or want to know more about our way of working? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to connect!
We place great value on equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome everyone to apply!
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Travel Arrangements