Full Stack Developer: Rail Solutions Boston, MA · · Mid-level

Burmester & Vogel Ltd.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burmester & Vogel is seeking a Full Stack Developer to own development of our rail logistics software. You will build robust, modern applications end to end, from React front ends to services and data on Azure.

You will work in an Agile team, participate in story planning and daily standups, and play a key role in designing and developing mission-critical, enterprise-scale systems for rail and logistics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional full stack development experience.
• Proficient with React + TypeScript and modern UI frameworks (Next.js).
• Experience building RESTful APIs and back-end services on Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test changes across front end, back end, and database.
• Build and maintain React applications and reusable UI components.
• Review, modify, and deploy microservices in a large-scale ecosystem.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Next.js

HTML/CSS

Azure

REST APIs

SQL

Git

CI/CD

Kafka / Service Bus

OOP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Azure Developer Associate or related certification

Tools

Azure Functions

App Service

Azure SQL

Docker

Kubernetes (AKS)

Vite / NPM

GitHub Actions

FluxCD

Job description

Burmester & Vogel builds software for the commercial side of shipping. We started with demurrage and laytime management, two of the most complex processes in maritime logistics, and have since expanded into new product lines, including vessel valuation and a growing suite of intelligent tools for the wider supply chain.

Today we serve over 150 leading companies worldwide and manage over one billion tons of cargo annually. We are growing quickly, and each new hire shapes what we launch next.

Position Description

Burmester & Vogel is seeking a Full Stack Developer to own development of our new rail logistics software. You will build robust, modern applications end to end, from React front ends to services and data on Azure. You will work in an Agile team, take part in story planning and daily standups, and play a key role in designing and developing mission-critical, enterprise-scale systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test changes to our rail software to resolve issues and deliver new features across the front end, back end, and database
• Build and maintain React applications and reusable UI components
• Review, analyze, and modify existing microservices, including coding, testing, debugging, and deploying within a large-scale ecosystem
• Prepare estimates for approved changes, prioritize your work, and run peer code reviews
• Analyze user requirements with our rail and logistics experts, and make sure designs serve business goals
• Keep documentation and configuration records current
• Prepare and ship releases through CI/CD pipelines on Azure
• Investigate alternative approaches and technologies, and present them for architectural review

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional full stack development experience
• Production experience with React and TypeScript, including a modern component framework such as Next.js, plus HTML and CSS
• Experience building RESTful APIs and back-end services on Microsoft Azure (e.g., App Service, Azure Functions, Azure SQL)
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming patterns and concepts
• Skill designing relational database schemas that model business processes, and working with SQL
• Experience with messaging and event streaming systems (e.g., Kafka, Azure Service Bus)
• Understanding of the design principles behind scalable applications
• Daily working knowledge of Git and front-end build tooling (e.g., Vite, npm)
• Experience with continuous integration and delivery tools (e.g., FluxCD, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
• Integration testing experience

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or a related certification

Desired (Not Required)

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS)
• Experience with rail, intermodal, or freight logistics software
• Experience working with U.S. Public Sector customers (DHS or DoD)
• DoD security clearance

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Work Schedule

Our systems run 24/7/365, so you may be asked to provide out-of-hours, on-call support. Additional compensation may be available for on-call, standby, or holiday hours.

Background, Clearance, and Export Control

Burmester & Vogel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. This position may require completion of a State and Federal Criminal History Report (background check). Current and future employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of this check.

This position requires the use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or a protected individual under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).