Software Engineer

*This role is open to remote or hybrid candidates (East Coast preference), with hybrid being central to our New York, NY or Charlotte area offices. Must be able to work Eastern Standard Time hours.

Purpose of the role: Build and maintain reliable, scalable software systems that support Bankrate’s business objectives. Engineers own delivery for well-scoped projects, contribute to architectural discussions, and continuously improve systems, processes, and team performance through collaboration and strong technical execution. Impact on the business: Engineers ensure the delivery of robust features and applications that power customer experiences and business growth. They are trusted contributors, improving performance, reliability, and maintainability across their team’s systems while mentoring others and identifying opportunities for optimization.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable systems or product features.
• Contribute to system and API design, ensuring alignment with team standards and best practices.
• Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code across the full stack.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and propose improvements for speed and efficiency.
• Scope, estimate, and deliver technical solutions independently with minimal oversight.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to clarify requirements and ensure alignment on priorities.
• Participate in peer code reviews, providing constructive feedback and fostering a learning culture.
• Contribute to automation, observability, and deployment improvements.
• Mentor Associate and Junior Engineers through collaboration, pair programming, and example

What We’re Looking For:

• Proficient in one or more programming languages and experienced in database technologies and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, data modeling, and design patterns.
• Able to debug complex issues and trace problems across systems.
• Demonstrated ability to balance tradeoffs in scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and agile development methodologies.
• Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to drive delivery and quality.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability for their work, with consistent follow-through.
• Works across a primarily TypeScript-based stack spanning API services and full-stack web frameworks.
• Comfortable navigating cloud infrastructure, infrastructure-as-code, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Some exposure to application performance monitoring/observability tooling and content delivery (CDN) considerations.
• Actively integrates AI tooling into their workflow to improve velocity and quality, experimenting with new capabilities and sharing what works with the team. 

Compensation:

This range reflects total cash compensation, which may include base salary only or base salary plus target bonus, depending on the role. Where eligible, equity may also be offered separately and not included below. Actual compensation varies based on location, experience, and qualifications.

• Total Cash Compensation Range: $80,000 – $140,000 per year 

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential.  That’s why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy.  Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually, with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.

Who We Are:

Bankrate is where Americans go to get the best price on life's most important financial decisions. By combining proprietary data, advanced technology, and deep market coverage, Bankrate helps consumers compare options and make confident financial choices across mortgages, credit cards, savings, and more. As a rate provider to the Federal Reserve and the benchmark relied upon by major publishers and policymakers nationwide, Bankrate's rate data is the national standard. This commitment to precision is reflected across all its products. In mortgages, proprietary auction technology puts lenders in real-time competition on price alone, consistently delivering rates in the lowest 10% in the country. For deposits, the platform features exclusively top-tier rates in the top 10% nationally, while its credit card coverage encompasses more than 90% of the market by volume. Founded by a journalist, Bankrate remains dedicated to its founding mission of transparency, honest information, and real competition — helping to make the American dream more affordable for everyone.

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We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. 

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