Tech Lead / Engineering Manager

BackBlueCargoTech Lead / Engineering ManagerRemoteFull-timeVisa SponsorshipAbout the roleAbout BlueCargo BlueCargo is a fast-growing, VC-backed technology company transforming the logistics and supply chain industry. As the leader in container visibility and freight audit automation, our platform integrates fragmented data from terminals, carriers, and ports to deliver a single, intelligent interface that empowers shippers and logistics providers to make better, faster decisions.

Our mission is to bring transparency, efficiency, and automation to global trade—one container at a time. Backed by Y Combinator (W18) and leading investors, we raised our Series A in 2022 and are entering an exciting growth stage. Our platform is already trusted by hundreds of active customers and is helping them eliminate millions in unnecessary freight costs each year. As we scale, we’re investing deeply in engineering leadership to evolve our architecture, expand product capabilities, and lead the industry in data-driven logistics.

Mission/Responsibilities We're seeking an experienced Tech Lead / Engineering Manager to lead BlueCargo's engineering platform. In this role, you'll be hands-on roughly half the time and lead the team the other half — owning our core platform engineering, AI initiatives, customer support, and data integrations. You'll collaborate closely with Product, Data, and the broader Engineering organization to ensure our technical work directly supports BlueCargo's strategic vision.

Team Leadership & Growth: Hire, mentor, and manage the full engineering team — platform engineers, AI engineering, customer support, and data integrations Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and accountability Oversee onboarding, career development, and performance management Technical Strategy & Execution: Stay hands-on (~50% of your time): contribute directly to architecture, code, and delivery Provide technical guidance and leadership across platform, AI, and data projects, including architecture design and code quality Drive the implementation of robust, scalable systems that automate freight audit processes Ensure rigorous testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product and Data teams to translate business challenges into technical solutions Lead regular execution meetings and contribute to sprint planning to ensure project alignment and timely delivery Act as a key technical advisor in strategic discussions, helping shape our roadmap and priorities Operational Excellence: Own customer support: manage day-to-day ticket resolution and SLAs Own data integrations: manage ingestion and tracking of data from terminals, ocean carriers/steamship lines, and other third-party providers Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team success and process efficiency Champion agile methodologies and continuous improvement practices within the team Manage technical debt and ensure our systems are sustainable and future-proof Qualifications In addition to the following technical skills, we are looking for PROBLEM SOLVERS with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Experience: 5+ years in engineering management, with a strong background in platform/data engineering leadership. Experience with AI/ML is a nice-to-have, not required. Technical Skills: Proven expertise in scalable system architecture and data pipelines. Proficiency in Python and AWS required. Leadership: Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.

Strategic Vision: A knack for balancing short-term execution with long-term innovation. You should be comfortable making strategic technical decisions and aligning them with business goals. Problem-Solving: A strong analytical mindset with a passion for tackling complex technical challenges and delivering impactful solutions. About BlueCargoThe automated solution for complex freight transactions.Other roles at BlueCargoAI EngineerRemoteFull-timeCustomer Success ManagerRemoteFull-timeHead of Customer OperationsLos Angeles, New YorkFull-timeSales Development Representative (SDR)New York, NYFull-timeCustomer Operations AnalystLos Angeles, New YorkFull-timeInterested?

Let me introduce you to the founders.Skip the processJob detailsSalary$225 - $275LocationRemoteExperience11+ yearsCompanyNameBlueCargoIndustrySupply Chain and LogisticsTeam Size35View profileFundingTotal raised$23.8MLast stageSeries AInvestorsY CombinatorSoma CapitalLLeft Lane CapitalCCathexis VenturesEExpaFoundersAlexandra GriffonCo-Founder & CEOLinkedInLaura TheveniauCo-Founder & CPOLinkedInWhat happens next.No applications, no recruiter spam.

Just the intro.01Confirm the fitA few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.02I pitch you to the companyI write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.03A meeting lands on your calendarIf they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.