Odyssey

Own end-to-end feature development, architect scalable systems, develop APIs, and collaborate cross-functionally. | 8+ years experience, TypeScript proficiency, startup experience, US work authorization, strong communication. | About Odyssey: K-12 education is one of the most consequential determinants of a child’s future — and many families have had limited ability to shape how and where their child learns. Education Savings Account (ESA) programs are changing that. One of the fastest-growing public education initiatives in the U.S., they give states the ability to put education funding directly in the hands of families, who can then choose the learning experiences that best fit their child — from schools and tutors to therapy, curriculum, and technology. But once these policies are signed into law, states face an enormous operational challenge. They must stand up entirely new programs, manage the secure and compliant flow of public funds, approve and monitor thousands of vendors, support families at scale, and prevent fraud — all while delivering a high-quality user experience. That’s where Odyssey comes in. We partner with state agencies to design, launch, and operate ESA and school chocie programs on their behalf. We provide the technology, program operations, vendor ecosystem, and family experience that make these programs actually work in the real world. Today, we operate across 10 states, and our platform powers programs serving 250,000+ students and over $2B in annual education funding — and we’re just getting started. Most recently, we launched the Texas Education Savings Account (EFA) program — the biggest day-one ESA launch in the country — which has already received nearly 200,000 applications. It’s the kind of moment that captures exactly what we’re building toward: programs that work at scale, from day one, when it matters most. We’re backed by respected investors, including a16z and Tusk Venture Partners, and we’re building the team that will take us to the next stage. Odyssey sits at the intersection of GovTech, EdTech, and FinTech. We are a public-sector operator, a technology company, and a program delivery partner all at once. The work we do is civic infrastructure — it determines whether families can access life-changing educational opportunities. Why This Work Is Different We’re in the weeds with state partners, internally with our product teams, and turning ambiguous policy into real systems that families depend on. This means building a platform that meets each state’s configuration needs while being flexible enough to support all customers. We are not building be-spoke software! If you want a highly structured environment, this will feel uncomfortable. If you want ownership, speed, and problems that actually matter, you’ll feel right at home. About the Role: As a Senior Full Stack Engineer at Odyssey, you’ll build the core technology behind our platform. You’ll work across the stack on program eligibility systems, education fund ledgers, and a marketplace that enables schools and vendors to accept tuition and service payments. This role focuses on building full-stack systems, including scalable services, APIs, data models, frontend UI, and internal tools that support families, schools, providers, and operational teams as the platform grows. We’re looking for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit, and experience building from 0-1 across the stack. By joining our team, you will leverage your skills to make a direct impact on the quality and accessibility of K-12 education across the United States. What You’ll Do: Own features end-to-end across the stack from ideation and technical design trough implementation, deployment, and iteration. Build and ship 0-1 products and systems, turning ambiguous ideas into scalable, production ready solutions. Architect, plan and develop beautiful functional experiences for customers using TypeScript, AWS Lambda, Next.js, and other frameworks and languages. Design, write, and execute tests to ensure the robustness and reliability of our applications. Design and implement sophisticated database models considering scalability and performance. Develop and maintain APIs for widespread public and internal use, enhancing our mobile applications and various systems. Drive the continuous improvement of Odyssey’s Marketplace platform in collaboration with the product team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product and design to identify needs, formulate solutions, and bridge product gaps. Make pragmatic tradeoffs between speed and scalability, with a strong bias toward shipping and learning quickly. Foster transparent communication within the team, sharing both challenges and successes openly. Contribute to system design, platform management, code reviews, and capacity planning as well as overall architectural decisions to help evolve systems as we scale from early-stage foundations. Take full ownership of your work in production, including monitoring, debugging, and continuous improvement. Operate with a high degree of autonomy while proactively identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities. Foster transparent communication within the team, sharing both challenges and successes openly. Contribute to system design, platform management, code reviews, and capacity planning. About You: 8+ years of experience in software development. Proficient in TypeScript for building robust, scalable applications. Strong communication skills, comfortable pitching new approaches and concepts to the team. Solid understanding and experience in Agile practices, with flexibility to adapt to evolving project needs. Experience with early to mid-stage tech startups and enthusiasm for startup growth and dynamics. Preferred Skills: Experience with building scalable software using AWS technologies. Experience with double-entry ledgers, payments, and money movement. Experience owning services end-to-end including maintenance of infrastructure. Familiarity with IaC technologies, CI/CD and observability tools Additional Details: This role is a hybrid position our of our NYC office in Tribeca. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We believe that everyone at Odyssey should be compensated fairly. We set our salary bands based on compensation data from hundreds of companies at our stage. The salary range for this role is $190,000 - $220,000 depending on experience, interview performance and location. Odyssey benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision plan(s), health services, short term disability, unlimited PTO and more. Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment: Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Lead and optimize dry and liquid bulk procurement activities including sourcing events and carrier management. | Bachelor's degree and 5+ years logistics experience with 3+ years in transportation procurement, plus strong analytical and negotiation skills. | Manager, Bulk Procurement Charlotte, NC About Odyssey Logistics Odyssey Logistics is a global logistics and supply chain partner helping businesses optimize performance through fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. We connect transportation, technology, and expertise across a broad network of services including 3PL and 4PL managed services, multimodal and intermodal transport, warehousing, trucking, Jones Act Ocean, and customs brokerage, ensuring goods move reliably, efficiently, and intelligently around the world. Today, Odyssey supports more than 6,000 customers globally, delivering scalable, data driven solutions across complex supply chains. What started with a single client has grown into a dynamic, evolving organization focused on performance, precision, and long-term partnership. What Sets Us Apart: Our work is complex, fast moving, and highly collaborative. Success here requires people who think strategically, operate with urgency, and navigate across functions to solve real business challenges. We value individuals who take ownership, challenge the status quo, and turn insight into action. Our culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These are not just principles; they shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other. At Odyssey, you are not just part of a company; you are part of building what comes next. The Role: Work Model: Hybrid Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Travel Requirements: Minimal Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes Reports to: Sr. Director, Logistics Procurement *All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. Summary / Primary Role: The Manager, Bulk Procurement, supports the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of dry and liquid bulk procurement activities across Odyssey’s business units. This role is responsible for running procurement events, executing sourcing strategies, supporting carrier engagement, monitoring performance, and providing market insights to internal stakeholders. Working under the guidance of the Director, the Manager, Bulk Procurement helps streamline end‑to‑end bulk sourcing processes to ensure responsiveness to market conditions while delivering competitive cost, consistent service, and operational reliability. What You’ll Do: Procurement Execution & Strategy Execute dry and liquid bulk procurement strategies developed in partnership with the Director. Lead mid‑size and support large‑scale bulk sourcing events across Odyssey’s businesses. Develop network‑based transportation solutions that deliver cost competitiveness and meet service requirements. Conduct detailed bid analysis, optimize routing guides, and recommend award scenarios. Management & Market Insight Build and maintain strong working relationships with key Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) across all levels. Support the Director in managing strategic carrier relationships and ensuring adherence to performance expectations. Monitor carrier KPIs (OTD, acceptance, cost, compliance) and recommend corrective actions when performance falls below targets. Track market trends and provide relevant insights to internal teams to support pricing, planning, and budget processes. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with business unit procurement and operations teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions aligned with cost and service goals. Support customer‑facing discussions by providing procurement and market perspectives as needed. Collaborate with Master Data teams to ensure accurate routing data setup and maintenance. Process Improvement & Governance Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhance visibility, and improve carrier engagement. Contribute to strategies for managing the long‑tail carrier base to reduce risk and improve performance. Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards. Operational Responsibilities Assist in negotiations for contracts and service agreements under the guidance of the Director. Serve as a point of escalation for carrier performance issues within the bulk procurement function. Prepare reporting, analysis, and summaries to support executive decision‑making. Perform all other duties and projects, as assigned. What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field. An advanced degree in business administration is preferred. 5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience 3+ years transportation related procurement experience (sourcing, contracting, category and supplier management). Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple RFP events and projects concurrently. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional partners. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including: • A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance • 401(k) Plan with Company Match • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays • Employee Assistance Program • Company Health & Wellness Program • Discounts with Preferred Vendors At Odyssey, we believe the best ideas come from people with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate every candidate based on the qualifications needed for the role, while also valuing the unique strengths, curiosity, and fresh thinking each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion helps fuel innovation and enables us to deliver smarter, more creative solutions for our customers. We are proud to be a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, given equal opportunity to succeed, and encouraged to contribute in meaningful ways. All employment decisions are based on merit, without regard to race or ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.