About the role
- As a Sr Software Engineer you will work on Redfin's data ingestion platform creating new data pipelines and tooling to help keep Redfin's inventory updated faster and higher quality than our competitors.
- You'll build products and tools that drive some of the company's most critical metrics and impact revenue growth. We are helping create the best possible home buying or selling experience, one feature at a time.
- You will work with spatial and shape data and integrate lat/long data within these shape files.
- You will develop large scale applications backed by relational and non-relational databases
- You will build tooling to help monitor, maintain and update essential data.
About you
- You are a senior developer with 5+ years of experience developing full-stack data ingestion platforms.
- You have experience developing large scale applications backed by relational and non-relational databases - we utilize Kafka, Java, Python, Postgres, SQL, K8s, Jenkins, and Airflow in AWS.
- You have built tooling to help monitor, maintain and update essential data
- You're curious and a life-long learner: you're willing to take risks and champion new ideas.
- You will exercise thought leadership in designing, architecting, and implementing solutions for difficult challenges faced by your partner teams
- You are a teacher and a mentor: you have the leadership skills (and the patience) to improve the developers around you.
- You live and breathe a culture of quality data, service to customers, operational partners and teammates.
- Above all, you share a passion for our mission to create a fundamentally better real estate experience for our customers.
What y ou'll g et
Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We've got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.
On-Call Expectations
This role may include participation in an on-call rotation to support production systems and ensure service reliability. On-call responsibilities may include coverage during nights and weekends. If applicable, frequency and scheduling will be determined by team needs and communicated accordingly.
About u s
Red f i n is a technology-driven real estate company with the country's most-visited real estate brokerage website. As part of Roc k e t Companies (NYSE: RKT), Red f i n is creating an integrated homeownership platform from search to close to make the dream of homeownership more affordable and accessible for everyone. Red f i n 's clients can see homes first with on-demand tours, easily apply for a home loan with Roc k e t Mortgage, and save thousands in fees while working with a top local agent.
This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the c ompany at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The c ompany provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application p roc ess should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at Careers@ Roc ke t .com .
The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable job posting disclosure requirements. The compensation for this position is $166,900.00-$203,900.00 . The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives, and other employment-related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid-time off. More information regarding these benefits and others can be found here . The information regarding compensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is the company's current, good faith estimate at the time of posting. [Compensation and benefits are subject to modification from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion, deems appropriate .] The Company may determine during its future reviews of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for such position should be red uced. In no event will the Company red uce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position. Los Angeles County and San Francisco Candidates only: qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be conside red for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience developing full-stack data ingestion platforms
- Experience developing large-scale applications backed by relational and non-relational databases
- Experience with Kafka, Java, Python, PostgreSQL, SQL, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Airflow, and AWS
- Experience building tooling to monitor, maintain, and update essential data
- Experience working with spatial and shape data, including latitude and longitude integration
- Ability to design, architect, and implement solutions for difficult technical challenges
- Leadership skills and patience to mentor and improve other developers
- Willingness to take risks, champion new ideas, and continuously learn
Redfin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, with life and disability insurance, an EAP, FSA/HSA options, commuter benefits, and fertility benefits noted in company materials. These offerings are positioned as part of a robust package for W‑2 agent and corporate roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and parental leave are described for employee agents, with additional mentions of paid holidays and sick time. These leave programs expand time‑off support beyond what many traditional brokerages offer contractors.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows eligible employees to buy company stock at a discount, and some roles receive equity. This ownership access augments cash compensation and is highlighted alongside retirement programs.
Redfin Insights
What We Do
Launch, pivot, or accelerate your career with an organization invested in your success. Together, we’re transforming the homeownership journey and redefining what it means to serve clients with heart, innovation, and impact. At Redfin, your work will help make the dream of owning a home more accessible and equitable for everyone. You bring the relationships; we handle the rest. Our Real Estate Agents are at the heart of Redfin. They deliver the expert guidance and local knowledge that helps clients win in a competitive market. Redfin agents focus on what matters most — serving clients and building lasting relationships.
Why Work With Us
At Redfin, Powered by Rocket, your work unlocks a more seamless, personalized experience for buyers and sellers alike. Collaborate with industry leaders, leverage innovative technology and be part of a team that sets a new standard for client-first service.
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