Backend Software Engineer

About Root NodeWe’re an early-stage startup building intelligent tools for planning, scheduling, and optimization—starting with timetabling and warehouse logistics. Backed by deep domain expertise and a growing customer pipeline, we’re now building our core tech team. This is not just a coding job — it's a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up.About the jobDesign and implement robust backend systems and APIs using Java or similar backend language and Spring Boot or equivalent frameworksIntegrate backend services with existing custom ERP systems Work closely with the founder on product architecture, feature prioritization, and go-to-market feedbackTake full ownership of features — from system design and development to deployment and iterative improvementsHelp shape our engineering culture and technical foundationsYou're a Great Fit If You:Have 3+ years of experience in backend developmentAre strong in Java or similar languages (e.g., Kotlin, Go, Node.js)Have solid experience with Spring Boot or equivalent backend frameworksHave integrated with ERP or enterprise systems in production environmentsAre comfortable with both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB)Understand REST API development, authentication, DockerHave an entrepreneurial mindset — you're excited about ownership, ambiguity, and making decisions that shape the product and companyWant more than just a job — you want to build, solve, and learn rapidlyWhat We OfferCompetitive salaryHigh degree of ownership and autonomyAbility to shape the tech and product direction from Day 1Transparent and fast decision-making cultureA builder’s environment — solve real-world problems with real impact