University Grad Software Engineer 2027 (USA)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 129,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Equity options

In-person moments

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a University Grad Software Engineer 2027 (USA) to join the Consumer Technology team. This early-career role focuses on building and improving consumer-facing experiences at scale, collaborating with teammates and cross-functional partners to deliver reliable software.

You'll apply fundamentals, own what you build, and grow quickly in a collaborative environment. You will use modern tools, including AI, to boost code quality and engineering workflow, with remote US-based work

Qualifications

• Degree expected by June 2027
• At least 1 year of programming experience
• Familiarity with AI as a productivity and engineering tool
• Strong CS fundamentals
• Excellent communication skills and product sense

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-documented, tested, and operable code
• Execute technical tasks end-to-end to build future products
• Take ownership of task completion, quality, and maintainability
• Leverage AI tools to enhance the engineering workflow
• Collaborate with teammates and cross-functional partners
• Proactively communicate ideas and seek feedback for growth
• Contribute to engineering work across various domains

Skills

AI familiarity

Strong communication

Product sense

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a University Grad Software Engineer 2027 (USA) to join the team of a leader in the Consumer Technology space.

This role is designed for an early-career engineer who will contribute to building and improving consumer-facing technology experiences at scale. You will work across technical tasks end‑to‑end, partnering closely with teammates and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver reliable, well‑crafted software. The position also emphasizes strong fundamentals, ownership, and the ability to grow quickly in a collaborative engineering environment.

You will help advance the company's product and engineering initiatives while using modern tools, including AI, to improve workflow efficiency and code quality. Success in this role will come from writing maintainable code, communicating clearly, and contributing thoughtfully across a range of engineering domains.

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

Compensation: $129,022 – $174,283 annually

Responsibilities

• Deliver well‑documented, tested, and operable code
• Execute technical tasks end‑to‑end to help build future products and experiences
• Take ownership of task completion, quality, and maintainability
• Leverage AI tools to enhance the engineering workflow
• Collaborate with teammates and cross‑functional partners
• Proactively communicate ideas and seek feedback for professional growth
• Contribute to engineering work across various domains

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field expected by June 2027
• Available to start full-time between January 2027 and September 2027
• At least one year of programming experience through various avenues
• Familiarity with AI as a productivity and engineering tool
• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Strong communication skills and product sense

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexibility in location
• Opportunities for professional development and learning
• Inclusive and equitable workplace culture
• Access to equity options
• Collaborative environment with key in-person moments

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.