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Senior Software Development Engineer, Platform

Zillow is the most-visited real estate website in the United States, helping people find and win their home through digital solutions.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
6+ years of experience
Real Estate · Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Zillow's Rental Platform team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to help build the future of Rentals infrastructure. As part of this team, you'll develop and support applications, data pipelines, and infrastructure used by distributed Zillow Group teams working on the customer rental journey. The role focuses on building scalable solutions and ensuring application reliability, working closely with frontend, backend, and DevOps teams.

The position offers the flexibility of remote work from anywhere in Mexico, with a preference for Mexico City for occasional in-office events. You'll be responsible for building developer tooling, supporting self-service environments, and implementing various deployment strategies. The role requires expertise in Java development and platform engineering, with a focus on using technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

Zillow, as the most-visited real estate website in the US, is transforming the real estate industry by making it easier for people to unlock life's next chapter. The company has received numerous recognitions, including being listed in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022 and receiving the Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of backend software development experience, strong Java skills, and experience with cloud platforms. You'll be joining a culture of innovation with a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, where employees are supported in maintaining a flexible, well-balanced life while working on meaningful projects that impact millions of users.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Development Engineer, Platform

  • Build developer tooling for self-service and on-demand test environments
  • Collaborate and share expertise with distributed teams across Rentals
  • Automate and reduce platform onboarding friction
  • Provide support to developers using the team's tools
  • Develop and maintain high-quality software applications

Requirements For Senior Software Development Engineer, Platform

Java
Kubernetes
  • 6+ years of backend software development experience
  • Demonstrated experience in Java and at least one other language
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) preferred
  • Experience with Kubernetes or other container management platforms preferred

Benefits For Senior Software Development Engineer, Platform

Equity
  • Competitive base salary
  • Equity awards
  • Flexible work location

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