Software Development Engineer II, Competitive Intelligence at CarGurus

This role is ideal for a mid-level Full Stack Engineer with 2–4 years of experience who enjoys building data-driven products from the ground up. You should be comfortable moving across the stack, specifically utilizing **Java** for backend logic and **React** for frontend interfaces. If you have a solid grasp of distributed systems and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment that leverages AI coding tools, this team is a great match. The position offers a competitive salary range of $112k–$141k, supplemented by equity (RSUs) and discretionary bonuses. Based in Boston under a hybrid model, the role provides "best-in-class" perks including daily free lunch, commuting coverage, and a new car discount. As part of a new "Competitive Intelligence" initiative, you’ll have significant influence over the technical direction of a greenfield dealer-facing product. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Are proficient in Java and SQL but also enjoy building modern UIs with React/JavaScript. * Have experience with AWS and architectural patterns like microservices. * Proactively experiment with AI tools to speed up your development workflow. * Enjoy collaborating with product managers and analysts to turn data into actionable insights for users.