Software Engineer I, Fullstack (Search)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premiums 100% coverage

Tech setup stipend

Flexible time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Software Engineer I, Fullstack (Search) to contribute to customer-facing and internal web applications in the finance and insurance space. You will work across the stack, collaborating with teammates to deliver reliable, well-tested software in a fast-moving environment.

The role is remote in the United States, offering a salary range of $115,000 to $165,000 per year and opportunities to grow within a high-velocity team focused on impactful search experiences.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript in a work or internship setting.
• Experience designing, developing, and launching scalable backend systems using Python or Kotlin.
• Ability to translate simple problems into solutions involving multiple software components with clear, well-tested code.
• Proficient in navigating large codebases and debugging, with experience providing constructive feedback during code reviews.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with your team to contribute to projects and achieve goals
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to ensure visibility and dialogue about risks and trade-offs
• Balance speed and quality to meet business objectives while minimizing system downtime
• Foster a sense of community through participation in growth and development activities
• Support team projects by taking ownership of assigned tasks and delivering results

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

Code debugging

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Python

Kotlin

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Software Engineer I, Fullstack (Search) to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to customer-facing and internal web applications while supporting the systems that power search-related experiences. You will work across the stack, partnering closely with teammates and stakeholders to deliver reliable, well-tested software in a fast-moving environment. The position calls for thoughtful collaboration, strong technical execution, and a balance of speed and quality as the team works to improve outcomes for the business and its users.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $115,000 – $165,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with your team to contribute to projects and achieve goals
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to ensure visibility and dialogue about risks and trade-offs
• Balance speed and quality to meet business objectives while minimizing system downtime
• Foster a sense of community through participation in growth and development activities
• Support team projects by taking ownership of assigned tasks and delivering results

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript in a work or internship setting
• Experience designing, developing, and launching scalable backend systems using Python or Kotlin
• Ability to translate simple problems into solutions involving multiple software components with clear, well-tested code
• Proficient in navigating large codebases and debugging, with experience providing constructive feedback during code reviews
• Demonstrated ownership of personal growth and proactive feedback-seeking from peers and managers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with a global team
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

• 100% coverage of health premiums for employees and their dependents
• Monthly stipends for tech setup and health/wellness options
• Flexible time off and generous holiday schedules for rest and recharge
• Employee stock purchase plan allowing purchase of stock at a discount

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.