Angular/JavaScript Engineer - Full-time / Part-time

Logistics done differently.

At XPO Logistics, we know that ground-breaking technology drives our success. As the Senior Software Engineer (Front End Developer), you will evaluate software from other sources, modify and support existing production software, and design and implement software components that achieve quantifiable measures of performance, quality, affordability, maintainability, and simplicity. This role is critical in positioning XPO for long-term success.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Design new software by applying computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis that satisfies the objectives stated in the business requirements
• Evaluate and select process and logic patterns, programming language constructs, data storage methods, and operating environment interfaces; develop appropriate programs and systems documentation
• Collaborate with architects, systems engineers, project managers, systems administrators, and operations analysts to deploy and implement solutions, and troubleshoot technical issues
• Participate in collaborative code reviews conducted with colleagues and team members; coordinate the deployment and implementation of software solutions
• Certify that software components are functioning properly and performing by using repeatable, reproducible, and reportable software testing methodologies
• Evaluate new technologies for inclusion in developed software solutions; introduce new industry standards and techniques that deliver improved software solutions

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of experience in software engineering in a professional environment
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks and pre-processors (Angular, React, SCSS, LESS)
• Expert knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of common programming languages (C, C++, C#, Java, Visual Basic, JavaScript, TypeScript)
• Knowledge of JavaScript, Angular 6, and Java Services
• Experience with data marshalling, data transformation, and data representation technologies (Model entities, JSON, HTML, XML, Stylesheets)
• Experience with rapid programming, agile development, software patterning, and refactoring techniques; process communication techniques (shared memory, message queues, data streams, semaphores)
• Experience with creating and consuming distributed data services (REST APIs, Messaging Buses)
• Expert experience with the industry standard IDEs – Eclipse, Visual Studio, WebStorm, VSCode

It’d be great if you also have:

• Experience with SQL and relational databases (DB2/UDB, Oracle, MySQL)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in technical settings with well-developed active listening and presentation skills; Strong project management, time management, and prioritization skills, and techniques for managing customer expectations
• Solid knowledge of IT software development life cycle methodologies and processes
• Knowledge of VBA and Excel programming, development and fixing (rapid prototyping, software patterning, refactoring)
• Knowledge of TIBCO or other integration tools
• Logistics industry experience

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world's most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L'Oréal, Toyota and many others. We're the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and we're just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit