Staff Software Engineer – Front EndStaff Software Engineer – Front EndLocation: Austin, TXCategory: TechnologyJob ID: 2644Recognized as the No. 1 site trusted by real estate professionals, Realtor.com® has been at the forefront of online real estate for over 25 years, connecting buyers, sellers, and renters with trusted insights and expert guidance to find their perfect home. Through its robust suite of tools, Realtor.com® not only makes a significant impact on the real estate industry at large, but for consumers, navigating the biggest purchase they will make in their life, by providing a user experience that is easy to use, easy to understand, and most of all, easy to make decisions.Join us on our mission to empower more people to find their way home by breaking barriers to entry, making the right connections, and building confidence through expert guidance.Staff Software Engineer, Search ExperienceAt realtor.com®, the Search Results Page (SRP) is our most critical engine—it's where millions of users make life-changing decisions. We are looking for a Staff Engineer to serve as a technical anchor for our Search Experience team, driving the architectural evolution of our highest-traffic consumer surfaces.The RoleAs a Staff Engineer, you won't just write code; you will define the technical standards for how we deliver search results at scale. You will balance hands-on development with high-level system design, ensuring our frontend and backend systems are resilient, performant, and SEO-dominant.Architectural Leadership: Own the end-to-end architecture of our React/Next.js frontend and Node.js/GraphQL microservices.Performance at Scale: Drive initiatives to optimize Core Web Vitals and SSR strategies.
In a high-velocity environment, you ensure our SERP remains the fastest in the industry.AI Strategy & Governance: Lead the integration of AI coding assistants and LLMs into the SDLC. You are responsible for the "human-in-the-loop" verification of AI-generated code regarding security, performance, and long-term maintainability.Cross-Functional Influence: Partner with Product, Data Science, and Design to operationalize machine learning models and predictive analytics into the user experience.About YouTechnical Mastery: 10+ years of experience (8+ in modern stacks) with a deep focus on SEO-friendly React architectures and distributed systems.Systems Thinker: Experience in cloud-native design (AWS EC2, ECS, Lambda, S3) and modern data pipelines is an asset. You know how to build for "the next 10x" of traffic.Operational Excellence: Deep understanding of automated deployment, instant provisioning, and building a developer toolchain that minimizes friction.Mentorship & Culture: A natural leader who raises the bar for the entire engineering organization through code reviews, RFCs, and a growth-oriented mindset.Data-Driven: Professional experience implementing complex A/B testing frameworks and deriving actionable insights from high-volume traffic data.How We Reward YouRealtor.com® is committed to investing in the health and well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits programs include, but are not limited to:Inclusive and competitive medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverageFamily forming benefits13 Paid HolidaysFlexible Time Off8 hours of paid Volunteer Time offImmediate eligibility into Company 401(k) plan with 3.5% company matchTuition Reimbursement program for degree and non-degreed programs1:1 personalized Financial Planning SessionsStudent Debt Retirement Savings Match programFree snacks and refreshments in each office locationDo the best work of your life at Realtor.com®Here, you'll partner with a diverse team of experts as you use leading-edge tech to empower everyone to meet a crucial goal: finding their way home. And you'll find your way home too.
At Realtor.com®, you'll bring your full self to work as you innovate with speed, serve our consumers, and champion your teammates. In return, we'll provide you with a warm, welcoming, and inclusive culture; intellectual challenges; and the development opportunities you need to grow.Diversity is important to us, therefore, Realtor.com® is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Realtor.com® will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.Benefits that fit your lifeYour well-being matters to us, and we want you to live your best life. These are just some of the ways we can help keep you and your family safe, healthy, and happy.Physical healthGood health is all about making good choices and having the right health options throughout your life. To help you, we provide:Flexible medical, vision, and dental insuranceReproductive care (most locations)Access to fertility and family-building services (most locations)Gender-affirming coverage, so you can feel and be your truest selfAccess to an inclusive, integrated virtual healthcare navigation program (most locations)Autism programs to support you and your family (most locations).Telemedicine services (most locations).Emotional well-beingYour emotional well-being is just as important as your physical health.
As Realtor.com, you'll be seen, heard, valued, and cared for in many ways.Employee Assistance Program, including work/life counseling and guidance, legal services, and financial servicesGenerous paid time off (sick time, vacation time, and various leave programs) to meet your unique needsPhone and video counseling services to support your emotional healthMental health support for children ages 18 months to 17 years (most locations)Access to a mindfulness app to support your emotional well-beingFinancial healthIt's no secret that financial peace of mind greatly contributes to your overall health and well-being. We can help enhance your financial security—now and into the future.401(k) with 3.5% employer match (3% in Canada)Accidental death and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement to support career-related studiesDebt management support through online tools, education, and expert helpCaregiving supportWe give you the space and support you need so you can be present for your family during major life events, like birth, illness, or injury. You'll have the resources, time, and flexibility to take care of things when life happens.Exceptional paid parental leave to help you welcome your newest family additionLactation support services for new parents (most locations)Backup child and adult care (most locations)A parenting app featuring child development tracking, parenting tips, and a supportive community of anonymous parents and caregivers (most locations)Access to a healthcare concierge service that supports families with any complex, chronic, or ongoing care needs (most locations)Lifestyle programsLittle things can make a big difference. We provide access to discounted goods