About the posting
“The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for contributing to a team of backend engineers (APIs and systems integration).”
Read the full posting on LendingTree's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
This posting lists $120,000 to $160,000 a year, a midpoint of $140,000.
The midpoint is higher than 32 percent of software engineering postings in Charlotte, NC that list pay.
How long it has been open
Posted Sep 16, 2026, 38 days ago, and seen on LendingTree's careers page today.
At 38 days old, it is under the 39-day median.
LendingTree at a glance
LendingTree has 22 open postings that we can see, 6 in software engineering; 45 percent list pay.
The application
Applying goes through Greenhouse.
Trailhead fills Greenhouse, Lever and Ashby forms on your computer; on the phone and on other systems it hands you your answers and your resume.
Seniority
Level: senior.
The posting mentions 5+ years.
Place and cost of living
On site in Charlotte, NC; prices in NC run 6 percent below the US average.
Similar jobs at similar pay
The software engineering market in Charlotte, NC
71 software engineering postings in Charlotte, NC are open right now, from 16 employers.
Half of them have been open 39 days or less.
From LendingTree's posting
This is LendingTree's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on LendingTree's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
*PLEASE NOTE: this position is located in Charlotte, NC and requires attendance at our Southend office three days a week.*
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. LendingTree and its affiliates (“LendingTree”) will not provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas for this position, now or in the future.
The Opportunity
The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for contributing to a team of backend engineers (APIs and systems integration).
We’re looking for some high-caliber, passionate backend developers to join solid team focused on developing and maintaining our services and infrastructure which run the “Powered by LendingTree” platforms. We are primarily a .NET shop, however we welcome candidates with strong development skills in any language.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Develop complex algorithms to solve business needs (e.g. how to identify the best opportunities for customers to save money on existing loans.)
- Work hand-in-hand with the business to find the best ways to solve problems (one day you could be improving the robustness of backend integrations, the next you might be developing functionality that provides complex analytics for the business.)
- Leverage the latest technologies (.NET Core, MongoDB, SignalR, Redis, AWS, SQL Server) to build enterprise-wide, scalable systems
What You’ll Bring
- 5+ yrs. of professional software engineering experience
- 2+ yrs. of hands-on coding in C#, Microsoft SQL Server
- 2+ yrs. of experience in RESTful API development
- Computer Science or closely related degree
What Will Help You Thrive
- Passion for professional self-improvement (anxious to explore new territory)
- An expert in the programming language(s) of your choice
- Knowledge of the AWS Platform (Provisioning, monitoring performance, Application Insights, etc) or competitor cloud system
Life at LendingTree
We’re a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that’s curious, creative, and always ready to roll up our sleeves and get things done. You’ll work alongside smart, driven people who care about doing great work — and about helping each other succeed.
We believe the best ideas come from different perspectives, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to make an impact. You’ll have the trust and flexibility to do your best work, the opportunity to take ownership and try new things, and teammates who genuinely enjoy working together.
And while we work hard, we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We celebrate wins, recognize great work (our GSD — Get Stuff Done — Award is a fan favorite), and make time to have some fun along the way.
Come grow with us, make an impact, and help us build what’s next.
What We Offer
We want you to feel supported at work and beyond. Our benefits and programs are designed to help you stay healthy, recharge, plan for the future, and bring your best to whatever matters most to you.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Generous time off
- Wellness programs and resources
- Annual performance bonus eligibility
The Details
Base Pay: $120,000–$160,000
The base pay offered may vary based on internal factors, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus.
Work Authorization: This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Please do not apply for this role if you will need employer sponsorship now or in the future to begin or continue employment.
Everyone Belongs Here
LendingTree is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion (or creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please email us at humanresources@lendingtree.com .
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, LendingTree reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
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