DAT
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“Software Engineer at DAT. Skills: PHP, TypeScript, Laravel, AI coding assistants. Contribute to Laravel monolith applications. Ship meaningful API features”
What You'll Achieve.
Eliminate the "Where’s my truck?" phone call; Build industry’s most reliable, real-time visibility engine; Turn millions of raw GPS pings into actionable data; Reduce friction; Ensure million-dollar shipments arrive exactly when they should; Accelerate development; Solve problems faster; Demonstrate Velocity; Ask the Right Questions; Adopt Best Practices; Engage with the Future
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Ability to break down complex problems into manageable tasks; Solve complex geolocation challenges
Not eligible for visa sponsorship
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience, Proficiency in PHP (internship or 1+ year experience) or TypeScript, Analytical skills, Ability to break down complex problems into manageable tasks, Excellent communication skills
Nice to Have
Experience with SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL), Exposure to Docker or containerized environments, Familiarity with RESTful APIs, A "side project" or GitHub profile that demonstrates your passion for building
What You'll Do.
Contribute to Laravel monolith applications
Ship meaningful API features
Adopt AI coding assistants
Explore complex logic
Upgrade and scale existing projects
Write documented code
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with Senior Engineers; Participate in code reviews; Grow within a collaborative environment
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Full Job Description
About DAT DAT Freight Portland, OR; Seattle, WA; Springfield, MO; Toronto, ON; and Bangalore, India, DAT combines the credibility of a multi-decade market leader with the drive of a company that is not done disrupting the industry it helped build. For more information, visit www.DAT.com Job Application Deadline: 07/31/2026 About the Trucker Tools Team at DAT The Load Tracking Team is the eyes and ears of the modern supply chain. We are on a mission to eliminate the "Where’s my truck?" phone call forever by building the industry’s most reliable, real-time visibility engine. Our team handles the ground truth of logistics. We build high-precision tracking tools and seamless ELD integrations that turn millions of raw GPS pings into actionable data. By automating the flow of information between brokers, shippers, and carriers, we reduce friction and ensure million-dollar shipments arrive exactly when they should. If you’re a curious, high-growth engineer excited about solving complex geolocation challenges and building the tech that powers the next generation of automated freight, you’re in the right place. The Opportunity We are seeking a Software Engineer I with a foundation in modern PHP or TypeScript and an insatiable appetite for learning. In this role, you won’t just be writing code; you’ll be mentored by Senior Engineers to master the craft of building scalable SaaS solutions. We aren't looking for a finished product—we’re looking for someone who is AI-forward and ready to leverage the latest tooling to accelerate their development and solve problems faster. If working with massive geospatial data and exploring the frontier of LLMs in logistics excites you, we want to help you kickstart your career here. What You’ll Do Build & Learn: Contribute to Laravel monolith applications and microservices, moving from small bug fixes to shipping meaningful API features. AI-Driven Development: Proactively adopt AI coding assistants (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to enhance cod
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