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Senior Software Engineer

Ladders
Location
New York, NY
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 6+ years of experience in software engineering
  • Experience in full-stack development
  • Ability to design and build features from concept to production
  • Strong problem-solving skills
What the job really is

The Senior Software Engineer role at Ladders involves designing and building AI-powered features that serve millions of job seekers. The position requires taking ownership of projects from concept to production, making architectural decisions, and balancing speed with quality. This is a hands-on role that emphasizes collaboration and innovation within a small team.

Things to weigh
  • Regular in-office presence required in New York, NY
  • The role emphasizes ownership and end-to-end problem solving, which may not suit those preferring a more structured or ticket-based environment
Job score2.6/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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