Senior Web Engineer

NerdWallet

. Build tools using Next.js, React.js, Astro.js, and WordPress for SEO-optimized customer experiences .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $136,000 - $252,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full stack development with a focus on modern frameworks and performance optimization. Proficient in building scalable applications and enhancing user experiences through technical SEO and observability.

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Full Stack DevelopmentNext.js Application DevelopmentTechnical SEO ExpertiseWeb Performance OptimizationCloud Infrastructure Experience

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Hard Skills

ES6TypeScriptNode.jsRustGoPythonAstro.jsReact.jsCore Web VitalsRESTful APIs

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationTechnical Guidance

Tools & Technologies

AWSGCPAzureVercelCI/CDMicroservices ArchitectureIAC

Industry Keywords

ObservabilityAccessibility Best PracticesHigh-Traffic ApplicationsConsumer-Facing PagesPlatform Scalability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaScriptMicroservicesNext.jsNode.jsNuxtPythonReactRustTypeScriptWordPressGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build tools using Next.js, React.js, Astro.js, and WordPress for SEO-optimized customer experiences
Develop high-traffic, consumer-facing, performant pages at scale
Drive technical excellence, front-end performance, and platform scalability
Enhance Core Web Vitals, technical SEO, and observability
Develop back-end APIs and integrate with Machine Learning systems for personalization and data-driven decision-making
Collaborate with product, Organic Growth, data, and engineering leadership teams
Run experiments, measure impact, and iterate quickly
Drive initiatives focused on performance, observability, scalability, security, and developer experience
Monitor, troubleshoot, and manage incidents to support platform stability and resilience
Maintain and modernize a high-quality codebase
Mentor engineering team members and provide technical guidance
Conduct code reviews
Stay current with technology trends in the technology and finance industries
Report to the Senior Manager, Engineering

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5+ years in software engineering, with a strong background in client focused full stack development
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Expertise in ES6, TypeScript, Node.js, and the web platform
Proficiency in modern languages such as Rust, Go, and Python
Expertise in modern front-end frameworks such as Astro.js, Nuxt.js, Next.js, React.js, and Tailwind
Deep knowledge of Web Performance, Core Web Vitals, and Technical SEO
Understanding of accessibility best practices
Experience in observability and running a production website or application at scale
Experience with database systems, microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, IAC, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure such as Vercel, AWS, GCP, or Azure
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
Mental health support
Paid sabbatical after 5 years
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Cell Phone Stipend
Wifi Stipend for remote Nerds
Work from home equipment stipend for remote Nerds
Co-working space subsidy for remote Nerds
Employee Resource Groups
Hackathons and team events
Company-wide events including NerdLove and annual Charity Auction
8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter with company match
401K with 4% company match
Early access to new financial products and tools
Financial wellness guidance and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner through Northstar
Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums