--- title: 'Software Engineer 2 at Platform Science' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-2-platform-science-chennai-tamil-nadu-mgpwyjy5g01a' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Software Engineer 2 at Platform Science - **Company:** Platform Science - **Location:** Chennai Tamil Nadu, India - **Posted:** 2026-06-02 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/platformscience/jobs/7693381003 ## Job description ## Who We Are At Platform Science, we’re working to connect everything that moves. Founded in 2015, we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe. Our employees are an engaging, diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation. We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others. We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity, while encouraging transparency because, no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities, we are one team. ## About the Role Platform Science is looking for a Senior Software Engineer for our Core Product Development team in Chennai. In this role, you will be a key contributor to our Full Stack Development efforts, leveraging Java and modern JavaScript frameworks (specifically Angular) to build scalable, high-performance solutions for our global IoT platform. You will be part of a team that thrives on innovation and high-quality engineering standards. Details: Full-time. Primary Work Location: Chennai, India (Hybrid/Remote flexibility). Essential Responsibilities - Full Lifecycle Development: Participate in the complete product development cycle, including analysis, architecture, design, coding, unit integration, and system testing. - Sustaining & Enhancement: Provide ongoing sustaining support to the product, addressing end-to-end feature enhancements and performance optimizations. - Technical Collaboration: Review and work with Product Management, Technical Architects, and Software Development Managers to confirm and track feature requirements from conception to delivery. - Agile Execution: Act as a core member of an agile development team, participating in Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, and the execution of work items. - Communication & Support: Maintain transparent communication regarding progress and obstacles. Actively seek assistance when needed and provide mentorship and help to teammates. ## Experience & Qualifications - Core Experience: 3-5 years of total experience in developing robust web applications. - Backend Proficiency: Strong coding skills in Java with excellent knowledge of the Spring Framework (Spring MVC, Hibernate/JPA). - Frontend Expertise: Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically Angular, along with UI technologies like Bootstrap and Sass. - Modern Architecture: Proven experience in Microservice development and a solid understanding of Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. - Database & Methodology: Experience with Agile software development methodologies. Knowledge of MongoDB is considered a strong plus. - Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (e.g., BE/B.Tech, MCA). - Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; a self-starter who works well independently but thrives in a collaborative team environment. Other Requirements - Growth Mindset: A passion and willingness to learn new technologies and take ownership of projects. - Quality Focus: Dedicated to delivering high-quality, performant, and maintainable solutions. - Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective global collaboration. ## Benefits The company offers various benefits to regular, full-time employees including: - Provident fund and gratuity in accordance with applicable laws. - Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, in accordance with applicable laws. - Twenty-Six weeks of paid maternity leave in accordance with applicable laws. ## About Platform Science ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Platform Science provides a SaaS-driven fleet management platform that integrates telematics, driver apps, and enterprise tools to help fleets manage operations from the back office to the driver’s seat. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series D funding) - **Headquarters**: San Diego, California, United States - **Founded**: 2015 - **Founders**: Jack Kennedy (CEO) and Jake Fields (CTO) ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Fleet management, transportation technology, telematics, supply chain logistics. - Target customers: B2B – commercial truck fleets of all sizes, from small fleets to large enterprises. - Mission statement: “To make transportation smart” by enabling fleets to develop, deploy, and manage commercial vehicle mobile devices and applications on a single connected platform. ## Products & Services - **Platform Science Fleet Management Platform**: A SaaS platform that integrates telematics, ELD compliance, driver apps, back-office tools, and a marketplace of partner solutions (Virtual Vehicle Marketplace). Allows fleets to manage driver experience, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and connectivity in one unified interface. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Total funding of $381.9M across 9 rounds (as of April 2024). Latest round: $125M Series D led by NewRoad Capital Partners and Prologis Ventures. Annual revenue estimated at $44M. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Investors include 8VC, NewRoad Capital Partners, Prologis Ventures. Strategic partnerships include Daimler Trucks North America, Noregon (fault diagnostics). In September 2024, acquired Trimble’s Global Transportation Telematics business. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 604 employees (+9.8% YoY). Operates in 12 countries including Brazil, India, Belgium, France, Canada. Over 100 million miles driven on the platform. Positioned to disrupt the $20B fleet management and $10T+ logistics space. ## Competitive Advantages - **Open platform approach**: Unlike proprietary systems, Platform Science allows fleets to choose and integrate third-party apps and hardware via the Virtual Vehicle Marketplace, giving them flexibility and avoiding vendor lock-in. - **Deep OEM partnerships**: Collaboration with Daimler Trucks North America to develop advanced on-vehicle mobile applications strengthens its embedded position. - **Remote Platform Management (RPM)**: A dedicated solution for remotely managing in-cab devices, a differentiator in the telematics market. - **Focus on driver experience**: Designing tools that make training and daily tasks easier for drivers, improving adoption and retention. ## Strategic Focus - **Expanding the partner ecosystem**: Continually adding new solutions to the Virtual Vehicle Marketplace to cover more fleet needs. - **Global scale**: Operating in 12 countries and planning further international growth, especially in Latin America and Europe. - **Post-acquisition integration**: Incorporating Trimble’s telematics business to broaden its customer base and technology stack. - **Innovation in connectivity**: Developing better connectivity from corporate to cab, including real-time diagnostics and app management. ## Why Work Here - Culture highlights: Values include Resiliency, Transparency, Empathy, and “One Team” mindset. The company emphasizes open communication, innovation, and community (beach cleanup days, celebratory events, family outings). - Remote/hybrid policy: Some roles are remote (e.g., Full Stack Developer - India, Director Business Systems), while others likely require office presence. Specific policy details are not publicly listed but job postings indicate remote-friendly positions. - Notable perks: Mentorship programs, career development courses, speaker series, leadership training, demo days, and courses on diversity, inclusion, and equity. Comprehensive benefits (2025 Platform Science Benefits Guide mentioned on careers page). Open positions listed across Engineering, Product, Design, Delivery, and more. - Growth environment: Working on cutting-edge transportation technology with a high-growth private company that has strong venture backing and a clear path to disrupting a massive industry. ## Sources 1. [platformscience.com](https://www.platformscience.com/) 2. [platformscience.com/careers](https://www.platformscience.com/careers) 3. [platformscience.com/our-story](https://www.platformscience.com/our-story) 4. [platformscience.com/jobs](https://www.platformscience.com/jobs) 5. 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