Best Logistics Startups Hiring Now

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated October 15, 2026 · 7 min read

The top logistics startups hiring right now on Migrate Mate include Nuro, Berkshire Grey, and Tive, spanning autonomous delivery, supply chain visibility software, warehouse robotics, and connected fleet management. Migrate Mate tracks 132 live open roles across 6 logistics startups as of October 15, 2026, updated daily. Logistics technology is expanding faster than traditional freight incumbents can absorb the talent, making startup roles one of the more direct paths into a field reshaping how goods move.

The best Logistics Startups hiring on Migrate Mate right now

Curated by our editorial team · 132 live roles from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Nuro

    Nuro

    Autonomous VehiclesEngineeringOperations

    Nuro has 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, the most of any logistics startup we track, concentrated in software engineering (24) and project & program management (6). Nuro designs and operates autonomous delivery vehicles, building the full-stack hardware and software behind self-driving last-mile logistics. It's one of the few companies in the segment running commercial deployments at scale, which means engineers work on problems that are already live in the real world.

    Roles by team

    • Software Engineering24
    • Project & Program Management6
    • Human Resources5
    • Engineering (Non-Software)3
    • AI (Artificial Intelligence)2

    +10 roles across other teams

    Open roles101 open
    Senior/Staff Controls Engineer, Core Development
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Senior Controls Engineer, Vehicle Integration
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Senior Software Engineer, Pose
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure and Observability
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    Embedded Software Engineer
    Mountain View, CA · On-site
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    See all 101 roles at Nuro
  2. 02
    Berkshire Grey

    Berkshire Grey

    RoboticsAIFulfillment

    Berkshire Grey has 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) (2) and executive leadership & C-Suite (2). Berkshire Grey builds AI-powered robotic systems for fulfillment centers and distribution operations, automating tasks like picking, sorting, and packing. Its customer base includes major retailers and logistics operators, so deployed systems handle production-level volume.

    Roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)2
    • Executive Leadership & C-Suite2
    • Electrical Engineering2
    • Business Analysis1
    • IT Support1

    +5 roles across other teams

    Open roles13 open
    Senior Warehouse Automation Project Manager
    Bedford, MA · Remote
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    Senior Software Engineer, Robotic Packing/Manipulation
    Bedford, MA · On-site
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    Principal Software Engineer, Manipulation
    Bedford, MA · On-site
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    Senior Electrical Engineer
    Bedford, MA · On-site
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    Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer – Stride Shuttle Sorter
    Bedford, MA · On-site
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    See all 13 roles at Berkshire Grey
  3. 03
    Tive

    Tive

    IoTSupply ChainHardware

    Tive has 9 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in logistics & fleet management (1) and business operations (1). Tive offers real-time shipment tracking through a combination of cellular-connected hardware trackers and a cloud visibility platform. Logistics and supply chain teams use Tive to monitor location, temperature, and condition for in-transit cargo.

    Roles by team

    • Logistics & Fleet Management1
    • Business Operations1
    • IT Support1
    • Business Development1
    • Cloud Engineering1

    +4 roles across other teams

    Open roles9 open
    Head of Reverse Logistics
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Refurb Operations Associate
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Account Manager
    Remote · Hybrid
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    Senior Regulatory Compliance Engineer
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    Software Engineer Co-op
    Boston, MA · Hybrid
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    See all 9 roles at Tive
  4. 04
    project44

    project44

    Supply ChainSaaSData

    project44 has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in logistics & fleet management (1) and automation QA (1). project44 provides real-time freight tracking and supply chain visibility software used by shippers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers worldwide. The company's network spans ocean, air, and ground freight, giving data and product teams exposure to genuinely global logistics complexity.

    Roles by team

    • Logistics & Fleet Management1
    • Automation QA1
    • Engineering (Non-Software)1
    • Software Engineering1
    Open roles4 open
    Sales Development Representative- Chicago-
    Chicago, IL · Hybrid
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    Senior Software Engineer
    Chicago, IL · On-site
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    Senior Forward Deployed Engineer
    San Francisco, CA · On-site
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    Senior Software Engineer
    Chicago, IL · On-site
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    See all 4 roles at project44
  5. 05
    Beacon

    Beacon

    WorkforceStaffingOperations

    Beacon has 4 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in data science (3) and community & nonprofit services (1). Beacon connects skilled trades workers, facilities professionals, and support staff with employers across logistics and related industries. It operates as a workforce development and staffing organization, with roles spanning both the internal team and placement operations.

    Roles by team

    • Data Science3
    • Community & Nonprofit Services1
    Open roles4 open
    Substitute Instructor - Direct Support Professional Associate DS20260828
    Santa Maria, CA · On-site
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    Part-time Instructor - Direct Support Professional Associate DS20260828
    Santa Maria, CA · On-site
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    Instructor - Direct Support Professional Associate DS20260825
    Santa Maria, CA · On-site
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    Job Coach YES20260708
    Santa Maria, CA · On-site
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    See all 4 roles at Beacon
  6. Editor’s note

    What to look for in a logistics startup

    Logistics startups vary widely in how far along they are, from seed-stage companies still finding product-market fit to Series C and later companies running deployed systems at commercial scale. The stage affects everything from job stability to how much of your compensation sits in equity. Before applying, look at whether the company has paying customers, what industries they serve, and how capital-intensive their model is, since hardware-heavy robotics and autonomous vehicle companies burn through funding differently than pure software businesses.

    Deployment vs. Development

    Companies with live commercial deployments offer more stability and clearer scope for most roles. Pre-deployment companies move faster but the work can shift significantly as the product evolves.

    Funding Stage

    Later-stage companies with named enterprise customers typically offer more competitive base salaries. Earlier-stage companies tend to trade lower cash compensation for larger equity grants with more upside risk.

    Hardware vs. Software Mix

    Pure software startups have faster iteration cycles and lighter operational overhead. Companies that build physical hardware or robots carry more complexity in hiring, supply chain, and burn rate.

  7. 06
    Locus Robotics

    Locus Robotics

    Warehouse RoboticsOperationsSoftware

    Locus Robotics has 1 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in cloud & DevOps (1). Locus Robotics makes autonomous mobile robots and the software that coordinates them inside warehouse and fulfillment environments. Its systems are designed to work alongside human workers rather than replace them, which shapes how the company approaches product development and customer deployment.

    Roles by team

    • Cloud & DevOps1
    Open roles1 open
    Onsite Support Engineer, Robotics
    North East, MD · On-site
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How logistics startups pay and equity work

Compensation at logistics startups is structured differently than at established technology companies. Base salaries at growth-stage startups are generally competitive with the broader market, but a meaningful portion of total compensation sits in equity, typically stock options with a four-year vesting schedule and a one-year cliff. The equity is worth more at later-stage companies where a liquidity event is nearer, and worth less in dollar terms but higher in potential upside at earlier ones. The day-to-day trade-off is scope and pace. Startup roles in logistics tend to have fewer defined boundaries, a software engineer may own deployment tooling, incident response, and customer-facing integrations in the same quarter. That breadth can accelerate career development quickly, but it also means less specialization and, at hardware-heavy companies, more exposure to delays and supply chain constraints that sit outside your control.

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Logistics Startups: Frequently Asked Questions

Which logistics startups are hiring the most right now?

Nuro is hiring the most, with 101 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, followed by Berkshire Grey (13) and Tive (9). Migrate Mate tracks 132 live roles across 6 logistics startups in total, updated daily, so the order shifts as companies open and close positions.

Do logistics startups pay well compared to larger tech companies?

Generally, yes, but the mix differs. Growth-stage logistics startups are usually competitive with large tech employers on base salary, particularly at Series B and later. The difference is that more of the total package sits in equity rather than cash, bonus, or benefits. Earlier-stage companies may offer lower base salaries with larger option grants, while later-stage companies tend to close the gap on cash compensation as they approach profitability or a liquidity event.

What kinds of roles do logistics startups typically hire for?

Logistics startups hire most heavily in software engineering, project & program management, and engineering (Non-Software). Across the 6 logistics startups Migrate Mate tracks, software engineering is the largest function at 25 of 132 open roles as of October 15, 2026, followed by project & program management (6) and engineering (Non-Software) (6).

Do logistics startups hire remotely?

It depends on the company and the function. Of the roles Migrate Mate tracks across these 6 logistics startups, 16% are remote or hybrid as of October 15, 2026. Remote availability varies by team and role, so each Migrate Mate listing shows its work location before you apply.