BlueCargo
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About 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. Why Join Now?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a company with strong product-market fit, a modern tech stack, and real-world impact. You’ll work alongside a mission-driven founding team (including two female YC alumni), take ownership of a fast-growing engineering org, and play a key role in building a category-defining product that powers the global supply chain. Our Tech Landscape
Backend : Python / Django Frontend : JavaScript Infrastructure : AWS (Lambda, RDS, S3), CircleCI Database : PostgreSQL Team : 12 engineers + 5 in product Location : Hybrid from our HQ in
Culver City, Los Angeles OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
Mission / Responsibilities
The
VP of Engineering
plays a pivotal role in defining and executing the strategic vision of the company, aligning engineering efforts with business goals by collaborating closely with product, design, and executive teams to shape the roadmap, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively. They provide strong
technical leadership , making key architectural decisions, reviewing technical specs, and managing technical debt to ensure systems are scalable and maintainable. They drive
operational excellence
by fostering agile best practices, tracking KPIs, and optimizing processes for delivery speed, product quality, and team productivity. They
build and lead high-performing engineering teams —front-end, back-end, data, and AI—by hiring top talent, ensuring structured onboarding, conducting regular performance reviews, and supporting ongoing career development. The VP also
champions innovation , encouraging R&D initiatives and staying ahead of emerging technologies—including
AI agents, LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and automation frameworks —with a practical understanding of how they can be evaluated and integrated into the platform. They maintain high standards for
security and compliance , ensuring alignment with SOC2 and other regulatory frameworks, while mitigating technical and operational risks. Additionally, they drive
cross-functional collaboration , acting as a key liaison between engineering and departments like sales, product, and customer success. The VP fosters an
inclusive, remote-first team culture , ensuring everyone feels supported and connected. Qualifications for VP of Engineering
15+ years
of experience in software engineering, including
5+ years in senior leadership
roles (Director or VP level). Proven success aligning engineering strategy with business and product goals through close collaboration with executive stakeholders. Deep experience
scaling engineering teams —hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and managing performance in high-growth environments. Strong
technical acumen
in system design, architecture, and managing technical debt at scale. Proficiency with modern cloud-native infrastructure (preferably
AWS ) and dev stacks like
Python/Django, JavaScript/React . Track record of implementing
agile development , setting and tracking engineering KPIs, and driving delivery excellence. Experience with
budgeting ,
vendor management , and
resource planning
for engineering orgs. Deep understanding of
compliance and security standards , including
SOC2 , and ability to uphold best practices across the team. Familiarity with
AI/ML ecosystems , including
LLMs, RAG pipelines, AI agents, vector databases , and how to assess and integrate them in a scalable, maintainable way. Ability to lead
cross-functional teams , acting as a strategic connector between engineering, product, customer success, and GTM teams. Experience supporting
remote-first and hybrid teams
with a strong emphasis on
collaboration, inclusion , and team wellbeing. Domain knowledge in
logistics, supply chain , or
data platforms
is a strong plus.
We're open to offering the CTO position to the right candidate.
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About 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. Why Join Now?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a company with strong product-market fit, a modern tech stack, and real-world impact. You’ll work alongside a mission-driven founding team (including two female YC alumni), take ownership of a fast-growing engineering org, and play a key role in building a category-defining product that powers the global supply chain. Our Tech Landscape
Backend : Python / Django Frontend : JavaScript Infrastructure : AWS (Lambda, RDS, S3), CircleCI Database : PostgreSQL Team : 12 engineers + 5 in product Location : Hybrid from our HQ in
Culver City, Los Angeles OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
Mission / Responsibilities
The
VP of Engineering
plays a pivotal role in defining and executing the strategic vision of the company, aligning engineering efforts with business goals by collaborating closely with product, design, and executive teams to shape the roadmap, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively. They provide strong
technical leadership , making key architectural decisions, reviewing technical specs, and managing technical debt to ensure systems are scalable and maintainable. They drive
operational excellence
by fostering agile best practices, tracking KPIs, and optimizing processes for delivery speed, product quality, and team productivity. They
build and lead high-performing engineering teams —front-end, back-end, data, and AI—by hiring top talent, ensuring structured onboarding, conducting regular performance reviews, and supporting ongoing career development. The VP also
champions innovation , encouraging R&D initiatives and staying ahead of emerging technologies—including
AI agents, LLMs, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and automation frameworks —with a practical understanding of how they can be evaluated and integrated into the platform. They maintain high standards for
security and compliance , ensuring alignment with SOC2 and other regulatory frameworks, while mitigating technical and operational risks. Additionally, they drive
cross-functional collaboration , acting as a key liaison between engineering and departments like sales, product, and customer success. The VP fosters an
inclusive, remote-first team culture , ensuring everyone feels supported and connected. Qualifications for VP of Engineering
15+ years
of experience in software engineering, including
5+ years in senior leadership
roles (Director or VP level). Proven success aligning engineering strategy with business and product goals through close collaboration with executive stakeholders. Deep experience
scaling engineering teams —hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and managing performance in high-growth environments. Strong
technical acumen
in system design, architecture, and managing technical debt at scale. Proficiency with modern cloud-native infrastructure (preferably
AWS ) and dev stacks like
Python/Django, JavaScript/React . Track record of implementing
agile development , setting and tracking engineering KPIs, and driving delivery excellence. Experience with
budgeting ,
vendor management , and
resource planning
for engineering orgs. Deep understanding of
compliance and security standards , including
SOC2 , and ability to uphold best practices across the team. Familiarity with
AI/ML ecosystems , including
LLMs, RAG pipelines, AI agents, vector databases , and how to assess and integrate them in a scalable, maintainable way. Ability to lead
cross-functional teams , acting as a strategic connector between engineering, product, customer success, and GTM teams. Experience supporting
remote-first and hybrid teams
with a strong emphasis on
collaboration, inclusion , and team wellbeing. Domain knowledge in
logistics, supply chain , or
data platforms
is a strong plus.
We're open to offering the CTO position to the right candidate.
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