Software Engineer II, Fullstack (Ads Platform)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 133,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tech stipends

Flexible time off

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Software Engineer II, Fullstack (Ads Platform) to join our team building scalable web apps and APIs for a fast-moving digital platform. You will partner with product, design, and analytics to translate business needs into reliable technical solutions and contribute to the health and growth of the system.

The role supports remote US-based candidates and offers compensation of $133,000–$183,000 per year, with benefits including health coverage and an ESPP.

Qualifications

• 1.5+ years of experience as a software engineer.
• Experience shipping web applications using React.
• Proficient in designing and launching APIs using Python or Kotlin.
• Ability to translate simple problems into scalable solutions with clear, well-tested code.
• Comfortable debugging large codebases and providing feedback through code reviews.
• Demonstrated ownership of personal growth and a proactive approach to seeking feedback.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Break down larger projects into manageable tasks and collaborate to deliver work on time
• Support product development through close partnership with product management, design, and analytics
• Create and monitor metrics to help ensure the operational availability of team systems and tools
• Participate in growth-related activities, including interviews, to help strengthen the team community
• Engage in on-call efforts to help maintain system operations

Skills

React

APIs

Clear communication

Code reviews

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Python

Kotlin

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Software Engineer II, Fullstack (Ads Platform) to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will focus on building and supporting scalable web applications and APIs that help power a high-velocity digital platform. You will partner closely with product management, design, and analytics to translate business needs into reliable technical solutions. The position also involves improving operational health, contributing to team growth, and helping ensure the systems you support remain dependable and effective.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $133,000 – $183,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Break down larger projects into manageable tasks and collaborate to deliver work on time
• Support product development through close partnership with product management, design, and analytics
• Create and monitor metrics to help ensure the operational availability of team systems and tools
• Participate in growth-related activities, including interviews, to help strengthen the team community
• Engage in on-call efforts to help maintain system operations

Qualifications

• 1.5+ years of experience as a software engineer
• Experience shipping web applications using React
• Proficient in designing and launching APIs using Python or Kotlin
• Ability to translate simple problems into scalable solutions with clear, well-tested code
• Comfortable debugging large codebases and providing feedback through code reviews
• Demonstrated ownership of personal growth and a proactive approach to seeking feedback
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

• 100% subsidized health coverage for employees and dependents
• Monthly stipends for tech setup and health and wellness options
• Flexible time off and a generous holiday calendar
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with the opportunity to purchase 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.