Software Engineer - Backend (Remote - US)
Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence.
We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nations freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.
Job Location: REMOTE
Anticipated Start Date: 04/16/2025
Number of Positions: 2
Salary Range: $93,750-$206,250
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,750-$206,250 plus bonus eligibility and other elements of our total rewards package. The range represents the amount bnsf | tech reasonably expects to pay for the position based on the level, scope, and responsibilities of the role. Individual compensation is determined by the hiring location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!
The bnsf | tech department drives innovation and efficiency by developing and maintaining advanced technological solutions across the network. This team ensures a robust IT infrastructure, supports critical applications, and enhances cybersecurity measures. Their expertise is essential in optimizing operations and enabling BNSF to deliver reliable, cutting-edge transportation services.
This is a full-time position. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.
As a Software Engineer, you will
Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Identify and troubleshoot performance and scalability issues
Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data
Work closely with product managers to understand requirements and deliver solutions
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends
Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle to solve complex problems.
Participate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization.
Be accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions.
Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams.
Basic Qualifications
Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent education or work experience.
Experience in software engineering with demonstrated success delivering enterprise-scale solutions.
Fluency and Specialization with technologies such as Java, Springboot, Oracle, Docker, Openshift and Graffana.
Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code.
Experience with application monitoring tools and performance assessments.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication).
Experience in testing methodologies using frameworks such as Junit, Spock testing framework, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Rail, Shipping, Airline, Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain, or other Transportation industries.
Familiarity with Microservices development.
Experience with open-source libraries and frameworks.
Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
Familiarity with Docker for containerization and microservices architecture.
Proven ability to debug, analyze, and resolve performance bottlenecks in complex applications.
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Apply Now
We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nations freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.
Job Location: REMOTE
Anticipated Start Date: 04/16/2025
Number of Positions: 2
Salary Range: $93,750-$206,250
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,750-$206,250 plus bonus eligibility and other elements of our total rewards package. The range represents the amount bnsf | tech reasonably expects to pay for the position based on the level, scope, and responsibilities of the role. Individual compensation is determined by the hiring location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!
The bnsf | tech department drives innovation and efficiency by developing and maintaining advanced technological solutions across the network. This team ensures a robust IT infrastructure, supports critical applications, and enhances cybersecurity measures. Their expertise is essential in optimizing operations and enabling BNSF to deliver reliable, cutting-edge transportation services.
This is a full-time position. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.
As a Software Engineer, you will
Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Identify and troubleshoot performance and scalability issues
Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data
Work closely with product managers to understand requirements and deliver solutions
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends
Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle to solve complex problems.
Participate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization.
Be accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions.
Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams.
Basic Qualifications
Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent education or work experience.
Experience in software engineering with demonstrated success delivering enterprise-scale solutions.
Fluency and Specialization with technologies such as Java, Springboot, Oracle, Docker, Openshift and Graffana.
Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code.
Experience with application monitoring tools and performance assessments.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication).
Experience in testing methodologies using frameworks such as Junit, Spock testing framework, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Rail, Shipping, Airline, Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain, or other Transportation industries.
Familiarity with Microservices development.
Experience with open-source libraries and frameworks.
Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
Familiarity with Docker for containerization and microservices architecture.
Proven ability to debug, analyze, and resolve performance bottlenecks in complex applications.
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Apply Now