Senior Software Engineer

LendingTree; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Generous time off

Wellness programs and resources

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Job summary

LendingTree in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to a team of backend engineers building and maintaining services and infrastructure that run the "Powered by LendingTree" platforms. This role primarily uses .NET, but strong skills in any language are welcome; candidates should have 5+ years of professional software experience and hands-on C# and RESTful API development.

Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team with opportunities to work with AWS, SQL Server,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• 2+ yrs of hands-on coding in C#, Microsoft SQL Server.
• 2+ yrs of experience in RESTful API development.
• Computer Science or closely related degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex algorithms to solve business needs (e.g. how to identify the best opportunities for customers to save money on existing loans).
• Work hand-in-hand with the business to find the best ways to solve problems (one day you could be improving the robustness of backend integrations, the next you might be developing functionality that provides complex analytics for the business).
• Leverage the latest technologies (.NET Core, MongoDB, SignalR, Redis, AWS, SQL Server) to build enterprise-wide, scalable systems.

Skills

5+ years exp

C#

RESTful APIs

SQL Server

AWS

Education

Computer Science degree

Tools

.NET

MongoDB

SignalR

Redis

AWS

SQL Server

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: this position is located in Charlotte, NC and requires attendance at our Southend office three days a week.*

PLEASE NOTE: this position is located in Charlotte, NC and requires attendance at our Southend office three days a week.*

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. LendingTree and its affiliates (\"LendingTree\") will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas for this position, now or in the future.

The Opportunity

The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for contributing to a team of backend engineers (APIs and systems integration).

We're looking for some high-caliber, passionate backend developers to join solid team focused on developing and maintaining our services and infrastructure which run the \"Powered by LendingTree\" platforms. We are primarily a .NET shop, however we welcome candidates with strong development skills in any language.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop complex algorithms to solve business needs (e.g. how to identify the best opportunities for customers to save money on existing loans.)
• Work hand-in-hand with the business to find the best ways to solve problems (one day you could be improving the robustness of backend integrations, the next you might be developing functionality that provides complex analytics for the business.)
• Leverage the latest technologies (.NET Core, MongoDB, SignalR, Redis, AWS, SQL Server) to build enterprise-wide, scalable systems

What You'll Bring

• 5+ yrs. of professional software engineering experience
• 2+ yrs. of hands‑on coding in C#, Microsoft SQL Server
• 2+ yrs. of experience in RESTful API development
• Computer Science or closely related degree

What Will Help You Thrive

• Passion for professional self‑improvement (anxious to explore new territory)
• An expert in the programming language(s) of your choice
• Knowledge of the AWS Platform (Provisioning, monitoring performance, Application Insights, etc) or competitor cloud system

Life at LendingTree

We're a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that's curious, creative, and always ready to roll up our sleeves and get things done. You'll work alongside smart, driven people who care about doing great work - and about helping each other succeed.

We believe the best ideas come from different perspectives, and we're committed to creating a workplace where people feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to make an impact. You'll have the trust and flexibility to do your best work, the opportunity to take ownership and try new things, and teammates who genuinely enjoy working together.

And while we work hard, we don't take ourselves too seriously. We celebrate wins, recognize great work (our GSD Get Stuff Done Award is a fan favorite), and make time to have some fun along the way.

Come grow with us, make an impact, and help us build what's next.

What We Offer

We want you to feel supported at work and beyond. Our benefits and programs are designed to help you stay healthy, recharge, plan for the future, and bring your best to whatever matters most to you.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Generous time off
• Wellness programs and resources
• Annual performance bonus eligibility

The Details

Base Pay: $120,000–$160,000

The base pay offered may vary based on internal factors, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Work Authorization: This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Please do not apply for this role if you will need employer sponsorship now or in the future to begin or continue employment.

Everyone Belongs Here

LendingTree is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion (or creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please email us at [e-mail].

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, LendingTree reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

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