Software Engineer, Edge

Locations: San Francisco Until 9/19/2026 1+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 21, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics.  Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time.

We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-performance C++ software for machine vision and AI systems running on edge devices.
  • Build and improve computer vision features using 3D perception and AI technologies.
  • Help develop agentic AI systems to deploy, monitor, and manage a growing fleet of edge devices.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to improve the reliability, performance, and scalability of our edge platform.
  • Troubleshoot, test, and optimize software running in real-world environments.

Experience

  • 1 to 2 years of professional, internship, or research experience in software engineering.
  • Strong programming skills in C++ and python.
  • Familiarity with Linux development environments.
  • Experience through coursework, projects, internships, or research in one or more of the following: computer vision, machine learning or AI, robotics, or edge computing.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new technologies.
  • Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.

Kargo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

About this role

Summary

Develop high-performance C++ software for edge devices in logistics systems.

Job title

Software Engineer, Edge

Experience level

1-2 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

logistics

Location requirements

San Francisco, on-site role only.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++pythonLinuxcomputer visionmachine learning

Preferred skills

3D perceptionAI systemsedge devicesscaling software

Specializations

computer visionedge computingmachine learningAIrobotics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Francisco, CA, USA

On-site City