LendingTree
Overview
Please note:
This role is open to both hybrid and remote candidates. Hybrid requires in-person attendance at least 3 days a week (ideally TuesdayThursday) in our Charlotte, NC office. This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Why This Role Matters
Were looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the form-flow-based platform responsible for more than one-half of company revenue. You'll own critical architecture decisions, guide platform development, and help scale a mature, enterprise-grade financial application. This isnt a lightly scoped feature team roleits a key position with tangible user and business impact. If youre motivated by technical depth, architectural clarity, and working within a team that builds with pride and purpose, this role is for you. What Youll Own
Lead development and architectural strategy across a platform that powers form flows, integrated financial services, and dynamic, user-driven UI components Own and scale an enterprise level platform, including: React/Redux SPA with Web Components and Shadow DOM for modularity and performance Node.js-based API with over 100 endpoints, complete with circuit breakers, external integrations, and caching strategies Provide platform level support to the rest of the organization Manage infrastructure deployed via AWS ECS, supporting automated CI/CD pipelines and robust observability Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business goals into scalable systems that balance user agency and revenue performance Lead other engineers and elevate the technical bar through reviews and strong leadership that directs and challenges peers toward better solutions What Were Looking For
Experience : Degree in computer science or related field and 10+ years of experience working with enterprise level codebases with MERN or similar tech stacks Architecture Experience : Built or scaled distributed systems or platforms with clear service boundaries and strong reliability Technical Leadership : Deep knowledge of modern front-end (React/Redux) and back-end (Node.js or similar) development practices in a microservice environment Business-Driven Thinking : Proven ability to deliver on systems that impact real users and revenue, not just internal tooling Innovation : Experience introducing performance optimizations, reusable patterns, or custom frameworks for platform evolution Exceptional communication and organizational skills : Demonstrate the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts in both verbal and written English for a range of audiences including engineers, product stakeholders, and leadership A Craftsman approach : A deep commitment to building solutions with simplicity and elegance and applying that to any code you touch Technical Expertise
Expert experience with React (SPA), Redux, Web Components, Shadow DOM, advanced rendering optimization Expert experience with Node.js microservices, RESTful APIs, circuit breakers, caching layers, and 3rd party integrations Familiarity with AWS ECS, containerized deployments, GitLab CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, monitoring/observability What We Offer Staff Engineers
A well-defined scope and strategic roleyoull lead by building, not just coordinating Clear alignment with leadership on technical vision, platform strategy, and resourcing Opportunity for growthwith Principal and Architect-level paths available Supportive tech culture that values technical rigor and engineering excellence Join Us If...
You want to lead with impact. You think across systems and business lines. And you believe users should feel in control of their experience, supported by smart systems that are fast, reliable, and just work. Company
LendingTree is the nations largest online lending marketplace. We connect customers with multiple lenders, so they find the best deals on loans, credit cards, savings accounts and insurance. Our goal is to help people save money by giving them a way to shop for loans and compare lenders, so they make their best financial choices. LendingTree was founded in 1996 and has grown to help consumers across personal loans, auto loans, business loans, student loans, credit cards, and more. What else you should know: Were a publicly-traded company (TREE). Weve welcomed several other companies into the LendingTree family to augment our efforts. Weve built the LendingTree app and My LendingTree dashboard to help consumers manage their financial health. Incentive Compensation: Annual bonus opportunity Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, life insurance, pet insurance, and a competitive PTO policy The base pay range for this position in Seattle/New York/Colorado/California is $135,000-$185,000; base pay offered may vary based on internal factors, job-related knowledge, and experience. Culture
Were a fast-paced company with an entrepreneurial bend. We work hard and test our products often. Were collaborative, ambitious, candid and high-energy. Our teammates are among the brightest, most talented people youll ever work with. We care about results and reward innovation, creativity and getting stuff done. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Please note:
This role is open to both hybrid and remote candidates. Hybrid requires in-person attendance at least 3 days a week (ideally TuesdayThursday) in our Charlotte, NC office. This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Why This Role Matters
Were looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the form-flow-based platform responsible for more than one-half of company revenue. You'll own critical architecture decisions, guide platform development, and help scale a mature, enterprise-grade financial application. This isnt a lightly scoped feature team roleits a key position with tangible user and business impact. If youre motivated by technical depth, architectural clarity, and working within a team that builds with pride and purpose, this role is for you. What Youll Own
Lead development and architectural strategy across a platform that powers form flows, integrated financial services, and dynamic, user-driven UI components Own and scale an enterprise level platform, including: React/Redux SPA with Web Components and Shadow DOM for modularity and performance Node.js-based API with over 100 endpoints, complete with circuit breakers, external integrations, and caching strategies Provide platform level support to the rest of the organization Manage infrastructure deployed via AWS ECS, supporting automated CI/CD pipelines and robust observability Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business goals into scalable systems that balance user agency and revenue performance Lead other engineers and elevate the technical bar through reviews and strong leadership that directs and challenges peers toward better solutions What Were Looking For
Experience : Degree in computer science or related field and 10+ years of experience working with enterprise level codebases with MERN or similar tech stacks Architecture Experience : Built or scaled distributed systems or platforms with clear service boundaries and strong reliability Technical Leadership : Deep knowledge of modern front-end (React/Redux) and back-end (Node.js or similar) development practices in a microservice environment Business-Driven Thinking : Proven ability to deliver on systems that impact real users and revenue, not just internal tooling Innovation : Experience introducing performance optimizations, reusable patterns, or custom frameworks for platform evolution Exceptional communication and organizational skills : Demonstrate the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts in both verbal and written English for a range of audiences including engineers, product stakeholders, and leadership A Craftsman approach : A deep commitment to building solutions with simplicity and elegance and applying that to any code you touch Technical Expertise
Expert experience with React (SPA), Redux, Web Components, Shadow DOM, advanced rendering optimization Expert experience with Node.js microservices, RESTful APIs, circuit breakers, caching layers, and 3rd party integrations Familiarity with AWS ECS, containerized deployments, GitLab CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, monitoring/observability What We Offer Staff Engineers
A well-defined scope and strategic roleyoull lead by building, not just coordinating Clear alignment with leadership on technical vision, platform strategy, and resourcing Opportunity for growthwith Principal and Architect-level paths available Supportive tech culture that values technical rigor and engineering excellence Join Us If...
You want to lead with impact. You think across systems and business lines. And you believe users should feel in control of their experience, supported by smart systems that are fast, reliable, and just work. Company
LendingTree is the nations largest online lending marketplace. We connect customers with multiple lenders, so they find the best deals on loans, credit cards, savings accounts and insurance. Our goal is to help people save money by giving them a way to shop for loans and compare lenders, so they make their best financial choices. LendingTree was founded in 1996 and has grown to help consumers across personal loans, auto loans, business loans, student loans, credit cards, and more. What else you should know: Were a publicly-traded company (TREE). Weve welcomed several other companies into the LendingTree family to augment our efforts. Weve built the LendingTree app and My LendingTree dashboard to help consumers manage their financial health. Incentive Compensation: Annual bonus opportunity Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, life insurance, pet insurance, and a competitive PTO policy The base pay range for this position in Seattle/New York/Colorado/California is $135,000-$185,000; base pay offered may vary based on internal factors, job-related knowledge, and experience. Culture
Were a fast-paced company with an entrepreneurial bend. We work hard and test our products often. Were collaborative, ambitious, candid and high-energy. Our teammates are among the brightest, most talented people youll ever work with. We care about results and reward innovation, creativity and getting stuff done. #J-18808-Ljbffr