FreightWise · 10 hours ago
Senior Algorithm Software Engineer
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expFreightWise is a company that provides transportation management services and software to small and mid-sized shippers. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Algorithm / Software Engineer to design, build, and scale their transportation planning and execution systems, focusing on developing advanced optimization solutions for real-time freight execution.
LogisticsSaaSTransportation
Hiring Manager
Julie Yoannon
Responsibilities
Lead the design and evolution of truckload transportation planning and execution solutions, including:
Routing and sequencing
Multi-stop optimization
Capacity planning
Schedule feasibility analysis
Design and apply heuristic and optimization-based approaches to solve large-scale transportation problems under real-world constraints such as:
Hours of service
Service windows
Carrier capacity and rates
Dwell time and network disruptions
Drive architectural decisions that balance solution quality, runtime performance, scalability, and explainability
Partner closely with product, platform, data, and operations teams to ensure optimization solutions deliver measurable business and service outcomes
Mentor and guide senior and mid-level engineers, setting a high bar for code quality, system design, and applied optimization practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience in algorithm development, optimization, or applied data science
Proven experience deploying and operating complex optimization solutions in production environments
Strong proficiency in Java, Node.js, or similar backend languages
Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity
Hands-on experience with optimization techniques such as Linear Programming (LP), Mixed-Integer Programming (MIP), Constraint Programming, Heuristics and metaheuristics
Familiarity with Agile development, SaaS architectures, and modern deployment practices
Experience with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS)
Transportation routing problems (pickup & delivery, time windows, multi-stop routing)
Capacity planning, lane optimization, and network design
Real-time replanning and exception handling
Understanding of logistics constraints including Driver hours of service, Equipment types, Service-level agreements, Cost and rate structures
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to balance theoretical rigor with practical engineering constraints
Clear communication skills for explaining complex algorithms and trade-offs
Leadership mindset with a passion for mentoring, collaboration, and building high-performing teams
Preferred
Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field
Benefits
Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
Company paid Life insurance $50k
401(k), with match
Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Hybrid work and flexible schedules
Great work environment with opportunity for growth
Company
FreightWise
FreightWise is a provider of SaaS Logistics, Freight Pay and Audit, and Dedicated Transportation Management.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Unigestion
2022-04-08Private Equity
2020-06-01Seed
Leadership Team
Chris Cochran
CEO (Co-Founder)
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Bradley McKnight
Vice President of Accounting
Recent News
2025-01-02
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