Full-Stack Software Engineer

The D. E. Shaw Group

• $225K — $325K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
  • Proficiency in building web applications with modern UI frameworks.
  • Experience designing and developing APIs and backend services in production.
  • Interest in generative AI technologies.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with a client-service mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement web applications and interfaces for GAI tools.
  • Develop and maintain APIs and backend services for GAI applications.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers on user-centric solutions.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
  • Contribute to technical discussions and code reviews to enhance product quality.

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug coverage.
  • 401(k) contribution matching.
  • Wellness reimbursement.
  • Family building benefits.
  • Charitable gift match program.
Full Job Description
What you'll do day-to-day

  • Design and implement web applications and interfaces that make GAI tools accessible and effective for users across the firm.
  • Develop and maintain APIs and backend services that power GAI applications and integrate with internal systems.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate requirements into high-quality, user-centric solutions.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from concept and architecture through deployment and ongoing improvement.
  • Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and team initiatives to enhance engineering practices and product quality.


What we're looking for

  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in building web applications, including experience with modern UI frameworks and front-end technologies.
  • Experience designing and developing APIs and backend services in a production environment.
  • Interest in generative AI technologies and a collaborative, pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication, self-management, and organizational skills with a client-service mindset and the ability to build successful relationships within the department and across the firm.
  • The expected annual base salary for this position is $225,000 to $325,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.


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