Canals
Junior Software Engineer
CanalsArgentina16 days ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
Remote – South America | Full-Time | Canals AI

About Canals

Canals is a bootstrapped, profitable startup transforming wholesale distribution (a trillion-dollar industry) with AI. Our platform seamlessly integrates with the systems distributors already use, automating tedious tasks and reducing failure points in moving physical goods across the globe.

We’re a 55-person, fully remote team (35 in engineering) across North and South America, operating at millions in ARR and growing rapidly — all without outside funding.

The Opportunity

Our customer base is growing fast, and we’re looking for a Junior Software Engineer eager to learn and grow with us. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers building scalable, high-performance systems that solve real-world problems in logistics and automation.

This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to modern engineering practices, real customers, and a product that delivers measurable business impact.

What You’ll Do

  • Work closely with senior engineers to design, build, and maintain backend systems that power our platform.
  • Contribute to feature development, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
  • Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure quality and maintainability.
  • Collaborate with product and design teams to bring ideas from concept to production.
  • Learn new tools and technologies, and grow into greater ownership over time.

What We’re Looking For

  • 0–2 years of professional experience as a software engineer (internships or projects count!).
  • Solid programming fundamentals and familiarity with at least one backend language (Go, Python, Node, etc.).
  • Curiosity and a desire to understand how complex systems fit together.
  • Eagerness to learn from others and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in startups, AI, or logistics a plus.

Why Join Canals

  • Bootstrapped and profitable: stability without the chaos of venture pivots.
  • Real-world impact: your code helps improve global supply chains.
  • Strong engineering culture: mentorship, documentation, and an emphasis on craftsmanship.
  • Remote-first and flexible: work from anywhere in North or South America.
  • Tons of growth potential: learn directly from senior engineers and gain ownership quickly.

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