As a Senior Backend Platform Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the core components and libraries that power our robust, scalable software platform. Your work will directly impact the efficiency, reliability, and growth of our technology, supporting both internal teams and millions of end users. You’ll have the opportunity to drive innovation, set best practices, and help shape the future of Zillow’s platform.
You Will Get To:
Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities to optimize platform performance and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.
Build and maintain internal tools that empower developer productivity.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle: code reviews, testing, monitoring, and deployment.
Ensure the platform supports multiple applications and brands through robust, maintainable solutions.
Contribute to and help define best practices for systems design, testing, and code quality.
Continuously learn about the business and share your ideas for improvement.
Support a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity.
In addition to a competitive base salary and benefits, this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location.
Who you are5+ years of software development experience with Java, focusing on APIs and services.
Skilled in both relational and non-relational database strategies.
Proven experience building and managing scalable backend systems, including authentication services, datastores, and CI/CD pipelines.
Proficient with modern development technologies for both front-end and back-end systems.
Recognized as a technical leader with impact beyond your immediate team.
Passionate about raising the bar for code quality, maintainability, and best practices.
Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
Must be authorized to work in Mexico.
Here at Zillow – we value the experience and perspective of candidates with non-traditional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills or related experiences.
Please note: This is an evergreen job post that accepts applications on an ongoing basis. We will consider your profile for any current and future openings that align with your expertise.
Get to know usAt Zillow, we’re reimagining how people move—through the real estate market and through their careers. As the most-visited real estate platform in the U.S., we help customers navigate buying, selling, financing and renting with greater ease and confidence. Whether you're working in tech, sales, operations, or design, you’ll be part of a company that's reshaping an industry and helping more people make home a reality.
Zillow is honored to be recognized among the best workplaces in the country. Zillow was named one of FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2025, and included on the PEOPLE Companies That Care® 2025 list, reflecting our commitment to creating an innovative, inclusive, and engaging culture where employees are empowered to grow.
No matter where you sit in the organization, your work will help drive innovation, support our customers, and move the industry—and your career—forward, together.
Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local law.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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What We Do
Join our mission to give the people power to unlock life’s next chapter.
Our homes are the heartbeat of our lives, and we believe that finding a home shouldn’t be so hard in today’s always-on world. That’s why we’re reimagining the traditional rules of real estate to make it easier than ever to move from one home to the next.
Our journey began nearly 15 years ago with a handful of employees and one big idea: to make it radically easier for people to move. We began by helping people understand and track their homes with the Zestimate, our proprietary algorithm, and then with advanced technology and valuable connections with real estate professionals. Today, Zillow has become a household name. People are more likely to search for “Zillow” than “real estate,” and our name is often used as a verb.
While other industries have ushered in a new era of convenience, the time for seamless and convenient real estate experience is now. This is our next chapter as a company.
We’re looking for smart, passionate adventurers to join us as we reimagine the real estate transaction and change the way people buy, sell, rent and finance their homes.
