Company DescriptionLastmil is an AI-driven last-mile logistics delivery management platform designed to help businesses streamline their operations effectively. By integrating planning, dispatching, optimization, and delivery tracking into one system, Lastmil provides full visibility and operational confidence to delivery teams. Catering to both small-scale and large-scale operations, Lastmil supports businesses delivering from as few as 50 orders to as many as 50,000. Tailored for modern businesses and e-commerce enterprises, Lastmil is available across the GCC and committed to transforming logistics management.About RoleAs a Backend Developer (SaaS) at Lastmil, you will be a core builder of the platform from day one. This is not a maintenance role. You will design and implement backend systems that power real-time dispatch, routing workflows, delivery tracking, and usage-based billing.You will work closely with the Engineering Lead and Founder to ship a production-ready SaaS platform, make architectural decisions, and solve real operational problems in last-mile logistics.This role is ideal for someone who wants ownership, impact, and startup-level responsibility, not just tickets and features.What You Will DoCore Platform DevelopementBuild scalable backend services for a multi-tenant SaaS platformDesign and implement RESTful / API-first servicesWrite clean, maintainable, and well-tested codeReal -Time Systems &IntegrationsBuild event-driven or real-time services for: Live driver tracking, Status updates & Dispatch eventsIntegrate with mapping and routing APIs (e.g., Mapbox or similar), Payment gateways & Third-party systems and client APIsUsage-Based Billings& SaaS Implement usage tracking and credit consumption logicBuild backend systems for, Subscription management, Pay-as-you-go billing & Invoicing and usage visibilityEnsure accurate and auditable meteringInfrastructure, Performance& RealiabilityWork with cloud services (AWS / GCP / Azure)Optimize APIs and services for:Implement logging, monitoring, and alertingEnsure data security, backups, and fault toleranceCollaboration & Product ThinkingWork closely with frontend engineers on API designCollaborate with product and operations to refine workflowsContribute to system design and architectural discussionsParticipate in code reviews and technical decision-makingMust Have3+ years of experience in backend developmentStrong experience with one or more backend languages:Experience building RESTful APIs and backend servicesFamiliarity with relational and/or NoSQL databasesExperience working with cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)Understanding of multi-tenant SaaS architectureComfortable working in an early-stage startup environmentStrong problem-solving and debugging skillsNice to HaveExperience with logistics, last-mile, dispatch, or fleet systemsFamiliarity with real-time systems (WebSockets, queues, pub/sub)Experience with usage-based billing or metered pricingExperience with mapping or routing APIsPrior startup or founding-team experienceWhy join LastmilBuild a product from zero, not just featuresWork on meaningful technical problems in routing, dispatch, and real-time systemsReal ownership and impact on the platformRemote-first culture with flexible working hoursCompetitive compensation with equity upside for the right candidateOpportunity to grow into a senior or lead role as the company scalesWork directly with the founder and engineering leadershipHow to ApplyIf you enjoy building SaaS platforms, solving real operational problems, and working in an early-stage startup environment, we’d like to hear from you.Apply via LinkedIn or send your profile / GitHub with a short note on:Backend systems you’ve builtSaaS products you’ve worked onWhy early-stage startups excite you
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Backend