Full-Time
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Sourgum
51-200 employees
On-demand waste services and dumpster rentals
No salary listed
New York, NY, USA
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- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong experience with at least one general-purpose programming language in a production environment
- Experience building and maintaining production systems that interact with real-world operations or workflows
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights
- Comfort working directly with customers and cross-functional teams
- Ability to operate in ambiguous environments with a bias toward action and ownership
- Design, build, and maintain production-grade systems using general-purpose programming languages
- Partner directly with customers and internal stakeholders to understand operational challenges and translate them into scalable technical solutions
- Own projects end-to-end—from problem definition and solution design to deployment, monitoring, and iteration
- Work cross-functionally with product, operations, and engineering to deliver high-impact features and workflows
- Rapidly turn ambiguous goals into clear specifications, prototypes, and shipped solutions
- Optimize system performance, reliability, and efficiency across pricing, logistics, and service workflows
- Contribute to product development by identifying patterns across customer needs and helping shape roadmap and features
- Operate as both an engineer and problem-solver, balancing speed with long-term scalability
- Navigate ambiguity and make thoughtful tradeoffs to deliver simple, effective solutions
- Take ownership of outcomes, holding a high bar for execution and accountability
Sourgum Waste provides on-demand waste and recycling services through an online platform. It offers dumpster rentals, recurring business trash pickup, construction and landscaping dumpsters, compactors, and residential waste services, all tailored to customer needs. Customers order services through the platform, and Sourgum leverages a network of partnered haulers to ensure price and availability while offering transparent, flat-rate pricing with sensible weight limits. The company differentiates itself with a no-hidden-fee model, a focus on sustainability, and a mission to achieve Zero Waste by reducing carbon emissions and diverting waste from landfills, supported by programs like planting 11,000 trees. Its goal is to make waste disposal easy, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible for both businesses and households.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$12.5M
Headquarters
Jersey City, New Jersey
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Texas expansion opens contractor-heavy markets with large construction demand.
- Recurring pickups and centralized reporting fit multi-location property managers.
- Compost, e-waste, and hazardous waste bookings support cross-sell and sustainability buyers.
What critics are saying
- Service quality depends on third-party haulers, not owned trucks or disposal assets.
- Rapid expansion strains onboarding, creating inconsistent service across new metros.
- Transparent pricing breaks when overages, fuel surcharges, or billing disputes appear.
What makes Sourgum unique
- Proprietary software coordinates 5,000+ haulers across a controlled marketplace.
- Enterprise-grade platform adds billing, scheduling, dashboards, and real-time service visibility.
- Nationwide rollout starts with roll-off dumpsters, then expands into other hauling services.
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↑ 7%Sourgum launches tech-driven waste & recycling marketplace in the Twin Cities. Sourgum, the nationwide waste and recycling intelligence platform, today announced its launch across the greater Minneapolis - St. Paul metro area. Minneapolis, Minn. - December 10, 2025 - Sourgum, the nationwide waste and recycling intelligence platform, today announced its launch across the greater Minneapolis - St. Paul metro area. Serving everyone from individual contractors to enterprises managing thousands of locations, Sourgum streamlines waste removal with online booking, real-time tracking, and verified haulers, eliminating the need for endless phone calls. The expansion brings Sourgum's modern, data-driven platform to homeowners, contractors, property managers, and multilocation enterprises across the Twin Cities. Whether they need a single dumpster for a home cleanout, multisite construction coordination, or recurring waste services across thousands of locations, customers gain one centralized platform to control their entire waste ecosystem, backed by a nationwide network of vetted local haulers and dedicated support. "Waste is one of the last major operational functions without modern infrastructure behind it," said Joe DiNardi-Mack, CEO and Co-Founder of Sourgum. "In markets like the Twin Cities, businesses often manage dozens of vendors without the visibility or consistency they need to operate effectively. Our platform eliminates that fragmentation with a single, connected system that finally brings transparency and efficiency to the industry." * Online ordering: Easily book on-demand dumpsters for home projects or cleanouts, or set up recurring service for commercial operations - all through one streamlined platform. * Complete visibility: Track every delivery in real time, confirm service with photos, and access centralized reporting for all your properties and projects. * Reliable service: Smart, technology-driven routing ensures same-day or next-day availability, fewer missed pickups, and responsive support whenever you need it. * Scalability: From a single home renovation to managing multiple sites across the country, Sourgum provides consistent, dependable service tailored to each customer's needs. "In the Twin Cities, sustainability is built into how people live and work," said DiNardi-Mack. "By partnering with local haulers, we're helping divert more waste from landfills and giving customers clear, actionable data on the environmental impact of every pickup." The Minneapolis - St. Paul launch is part of Sourgum's national expansion across the Midwest and Southeast, bringing modern, transparent waste management to more communities nationwide. For more information or to book service in the Minneapolis - St. Paul metro area, visit sourgum.com. About Sourgum Sourgum is the first controlled marketplace for waste and recycling, delivering nationwide enterprise-grade service through a network of 5,000+ vetted local haulers. Sourgum owns the entire service experience through proprietary technology that provides real-time visibility and operational control. Founded by fourth-generation waste industry leaders, Sourgum eliminates the frustration of hidden fees, unreliable service, and fragmented vendor management. Sourgum's platform powers the entire hauler network, enabling enforceable SLAs, verified service, and economies of scale that drive better pricing for customers. Sourgum is transforming the $100B+ waste and recycling industry with solutions that scale with your ambitions, all backed by leading investors including Spark Capital, Suffolk Technologies, and Founder Collective. Want to share your company's latest news? Waste360 welcomes press releases for consideration. Submissions are reviewed and compiled by its editorial team. Send your press release to Editorial Director Stefanie Valentic at [email protected] to get your news in front of industry professionals. Join a network of more than 90,000 waste and recycling industry professionals. Get the latest news and insights straight to your inbox.
Sourgum expands to Des Moines, Iowa, bringing tech-driven Waste & Recycling services to the region. News provided by. The "Amazon of Waste & Recycling" Delivers Simple, Transparent, and Sustainable Solutions for Customers While Empowering Local Haulers JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Sourgum, the fast-growing technology company transforming the waste and recycling industry, today announced its expansion into Des Moines, Iowa, marking the company's first market in the state and another step in its nationwide rollout. The launch extends Sourgum's modern platform for on-demand dumpster rentals and recurring waste and recycling services to residents, contractors, and businesses across the Des Moines metro area. "Sourgum was built to make waste and recycling as simple as ordering anything else online," said Joe DiNardi-Mack, CEO and Co-Founder of Sourgum. "Des Moines has a vibrant business community and a results driven culture. With our proprietary haulsourcing technology, customers get faster, more reliable, and more sustainable service - and local haulers gain the tools and scale they need to grow." Transforming waste and recycling through technology Known as the "Amazon of Waste & Recycling," Sourgum connects customers to a nationwide network of 5,000+ vetted local haulers. Its platform provides instant quotes, transparent pricing, real-time availability, and automated scheduling, delivering a faster, simpler, and more environmentally responsible way to manage waste. * One platform, unified standards: Customers benefit from transparent pricing, verified service, and dedicated support backed by nationwide SLAs. * Empowering local operators: Independent haulers gain new revenue streams, modern dispatch tools, and operational efficiencies. * Achieving zero waste: Sourgum actively diverts recyclables from the landfill and plants a tree in an area affected by deforestation for every order placed. The Des Moines launch supports everything from home cleanouts and renovations to construction projects, property management companies, retailers, and multi-location enterprises. Customers can book online in minutes and track service end to end, with responsive support from Sourgum's nationwide customer service team. For more information or to book services in the Des Moines area, visit sourgum.com. About Sourgum Sourgum is the first controlled marketplace for waste and recycling, delivering nationwide enterprise-grade service through a network of 5,000+ vetted local haulers. Sourgum owns the entire service experience through proprietary technology that provides real-time visibility and operational control. Founded by fourth-generation waste industry leaders, Sourgum eliminates the frustration of hidden fees, unreliable service, and fragmented vendor management. Sourgum's platform powers the entire hauler network, enabling enforceable SLAs, verified service, and economies of scale that drive better pricing for customers. Sourgum is transforming the $100B+ waste and recycling industry with solutions that scale with your ambitions, all backed by leading investors including Spark Capital, Suffolk Technologies, and Founder Collective. SOURCE Sourgum
Sourgum, the technology leader modernizing waste and recycling services, today announced the close of its $12.5 million Series A funding round. The capital will enable Sourgum to expand its reach and help multi-location businesses streamline and optimize their waste operations through innovative, data-driven technology.
Sourgum, a waste software company, plans to expand nationwide by 2026, aiming to serve two major markets in every state. Founded by Joe DiNardi-Mack, Sourgum offers an end-to-end platform for haulers, including billing and scheduling. The company recently raised $12.5 million in a Series A round led by Spark Capital. With 60 employees, Sourgum expects to exceed 100 by early next year to support its growth, leveraging a network effect and recommendations from small haulers.
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