AI Software Engineer

We are seeking an AI Software Engineer who will design and build innovative software solutions for the food-service industry by leveraging modern web technologies (React/Vue, TypeScript), Python data transforms, and AI/ML capabilities. You will work across the full stack - architecting data pipelines, designing ontologies, building web applications and APIs - while collaborating with data scientists and various stakeholders to deliver impactful products in a rapidly evolving technical landscape.

Who are we?

Buyers Edge Platform stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the foodservice industry through technology, purchasing power and partnerships. We are dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the entire foodservice ecosystem (operators, distributors, manufacturers) with efficiency and unprecedented visibility. With a diverse portfolio of over a dozen brands, our mission is clear: to reduce costs, streamline the foodservice supply chain, and propel the industry from manual to automated.

Today, we are one of the largest players in foodservice, with over 200K operator locations across North America and over $50 billion of aggregated spend volume. Our commitment to foodservice excellence is proven in four distinct areas of value: Digital Procurement Network, Fresh Solutions, Supply Chain Management, and Software. Buyers Edge Platform is not just a provider – we are a strategic partner on the journey towards a more efficient, connected, and automated future for the foodservice industry.

We are focused on performance, not presence. What matters is not that you are sitting in front of your computer from 9am to 5pm, but rather that you build highly effective and efficient software within agreed timelines. In practice, this might mean working extra hours some days to hit that while having other days that allow for more free time and recovery. Our goal is for Buyers Edge Platform to be a place where people are able to work in a way that is the most efficient and effective for them. This will enable us all to enjoy the solutions we build and the team we are on.

Your impact:

Platform & Application Development

• Design, build, and maintain solutions in a mix of Python and Typescript codebases, in combination with a low-code/no-code environment
• Develop web applications using React or Vue with TypeScript and component libraries, focusing on clean architecture and reusability
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs with proper error handling, validation, authentication, and security best practices

Data & Integration

• Implement data retrieval and transformation pipelines using Python/Pandas from relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Develop data ontologies and maintain relational data architecture in collaboration with a team of data scientists
• Design efficient data flows, considering cost and performance tradeoffs with big data

Collaboration & Quality

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to produce well-designed technical solutions, clarifying ambiguous requirements and making informed technology/design decisions aligned with user needs
• Write maintainable, well-documented code; participate in code reviews and adhere to team development standards
• Deploy and troubleshoot solutions in multiple environments (Docker, AWS, etc.)

Innovation & Continuous Learning

• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and evaluate tools (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google) for product enhancement
• Rapidly learn and adopt new technologies and frameworks as project needs evolve
• Collaborate with data scientists on AI/ML algorithms for trend prediction, issue detection, and data categorization
• Integrate LLM-powered features and ML models into product workflows

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of relevant software engineering experience, preferably either backend or full-stack web development
• Proficiency with Python and JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with RESTful API development, integration, and security
• Working knowledge of SQL and experience with at least one relational database system
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD best practices
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• A passion for emerging AI technologies and an understanding of the current offerings from leading AI platforms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with React, Vue, Angular or equivalent web framework
• Familiarity with Python Pandas or similar data analysis tools
• Experience developing Ontologies and relational data architecture
• Experience with AWS services (Lambda, ECR, ECS)
• Experience with Agile development methodologies

Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusion—if you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we're looking for!

What's in this for you?

• Great benefits from day one. We offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and more—plus a 401(k) with company match.
• Grow with us. Enjoy strong training, development, and competitive pay.
• Work-life balance. Our flexible PTO policy lets you take time when you need it—no accrual required.