Senior Software Development Engineer

AnyVan, founded in 2009, is revolutionizing the logistics industry through innovative technology. As the largest and fastest-growing company in the logistics space, they've secured significant funding from Vitruvian Partners and serve millions of customers across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The company operates with a cloud-first approach using AWS, with a tech stack including Java (Spring), Python, and JavaScript (Vue.js).

As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you'll be part of a team working on scaling and future-proofing their platform. The role involves building sophisticated solutions for better job cost understanding, deeper driver relationships, and innovative features like non-AnyVan job trading between drivers. You'll work in an agile environment with two-week sprints, though teams have flexibility in their processes.

The company emphasizes delivering business value, and senior engineers regularly interact with stakeholders across all levels. They're committed to sustainable practices, having saved enough miles to travel around the world 1,185 times and reducing 8520 tonnes of carbon annually. The role offers a blend of technical challenges and business impact, with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and shape the future of logistics technology.

Working from their Cape Town office in a hybrid model (minimum 3 days in office), you'll join a team of approximately 300 employees. The company offers competitive benefits including medical aid allowance, pension contributions, and various lifestyle perks. They maintain a strong focus on work-life balance and professional development, making it an ideal opportunity for senior engineers looking to make a significant impact in the logistics technology sector.