Software Engineer

Sbhonline; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sbhonline is looking for a Founding Software Engineer in Brooklyn, NY, to build an internal platform from the ground up. The role requires strong backend development and the ability to translate complex business processes into scalable systems. You will work closely with leadership and have a high level of ownership in transforming workflows into production-grade software. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in high-ownership environments and a strong understanding of data architecture. This position offers the potential for career advancement to Head of Engineering or CTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in startup or high-ownership environments.
• Strong backend development experience.
• Ability to translate complex business workflows into scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build an internal software platform.
• Design and implement centralized databases and data infrastructure.
• Integrate with external APIs including Amazon SP-API.

Skills

Backend development

Database design

Building scalable systems

API integration

Working with non-technical stakeholders

Job description

Software Engineer
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours
Salary: Based on Experience

Description
A fast-growing operations and logistics company is seeking a Founding Software Engineer to build its internal platform from the ground up. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role where you will work directly with leadership to transform complex spreadsheet-based workflows into a scalable, production-grade system.

The ideal candidate is a strong backend engineer who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building from scratch, and can translate real-world business processes into clean, scalable software systems.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and build an internal software platform to replace complex spreadsheet workflows
• Design and implement centralized databases and data infrastructure
• Develop scalable systems to manage large volumes of operational, inventory, shipment, and financial data
• Translate existing business logic (inventory planning, forecasting, tracking) into backend systems
• Integrate with external APIs, including Amazon SP-API for orders, inventory, and reporting
• Build internal tools and dashboards for visibility and decision-making
• Establish long-term technical architecture and engineering best practices

Requirements

• 5+ years of software engineering experience (startup or high-ownership environments preferred)
• Strong backend development experience
• Deep understanding of databases, data architecture, and scalable system design
• Experience building large-scale data systems and operational platforms
• Experience working with APIs (Amazon SP-API experience is a plus)
• Ability to translate complex business workflows into scalable systems
• Comfortable working with non-technical stakeholders
• Self-starter who can build from 0 ? 1

Nice to Have

• Experience in eCommerce, Amazon FBA, or supply chain/logistics systems
• Experience with AI/ML for forecasting or automation
• Experience building internal tools or operational platforms
• Familiarity with Google Sheets/Excel-heavy environments and migrations
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and data warehousing

Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to build the core system powering a real, revenue-generating operation
• Exposure to high-scale logistics and inventory systems
• High ownership and influence over product and technical direction
• Clear path to grow into a Head of Engineering or CTO role