Costar Group
Provides commercial real estate data, analytics, and marketing services.
12 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
web apps
microservices
api development
code review
tech evaluation
testing
The software engineering team builds the proprietary CRM that supports CoStar’s sales organization, combining native mobile, data, API/platform, and front‑end expertise. The Lead Software Engineer will guide design, standards, and code quality while delivering customer‑facing web applications and microservices. The role is based in Richmond, VA, with a Monday‑Thursday office schedule and optional remote work on Friday.
- Build customer‑facing web applications using React and TypeScript.
- Build microservices and RESTful APIs with C# and .NET Core.
- Drive and lead software design, develop standards, and perform code reviews for an efficient, maintainable code base.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices for strengthening CoStar’s platform.
- Develop comprehensive application testing procedures to ensure high‑quality applications for tens of thousands of users.
Requirements
bachelor's
c#
git
ci/cd
sql
elasticsearch
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, in‑person college or university.
- 8+ years of software development experience with object‑oriented programming languages.
- Experience architecting, designing, and building large‑scale distributed, service‑oriented systems and web applications in an agile environment.
- Experience building RESTful APIs using C#.
- Proficient with Git version control.
- Familiarity with CI/CD deployment processes.
- Proven track record of commitment to prior employer.
- Experience with SQL.
- Experience with Elasticsearch or OpenSearch.
- Strong communication skills with both business and technical partners.
- Data modeling experience from conceptual through physical designs.
Benefits
CoStar offers a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, performance incentives, and extensive professional development resources including tuition reimbursement and internal training. The benefits package covers comprehensive health coverage, retirement matching, stock purchase plan, paid time off, mental‑health services, commuter benefits, fitness options, and access to employee resource groups.
- Collaborative and innovative culture.
- Generous compensation and performance‑based incentives.
- Internal training and tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive healthcare (medical, vision, dental, prescription drug).
- Life, legal, and supplementary insurance.
- Virtual and in‑person mental‑health counseling for individuals and families.
- Commuter and parking benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Paid time off.
- On‑site or reimbursed fitness center membership, yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group classes.
- Access to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion employee resource groups.
- Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and healthy snacks.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
- no visa sponsorship will be provided for this position.
Security clearance
- pre‑employment substance abuse testing is required.
Overview
Founded 1987
Year Established
The year the company was first established.
- Offers comprehensive data on properties, tenants, leases, and market conditions globally.
- Known for its pioneering technology and research, delivers powerful insights to commercial real estate professionals.
- Its旗舰平台, CoStar, provides unmatched property data, news, and analytics.
- Platforms used by real estate professionals, from brokers to investors to property managers.
- Expanded through strategic acquisitions, including the purchase of LoopNet and Apartments.com.
- Data-driven insights help clients make informed investment and leasing decisions, shaping the global real estate market.
Culture + Values
- Customer Focused: We strive to make a positive impact on our customers through innovative solutions.
- Ownership: We take personal responsibility for delivering results.
- Integrity: We act with transparency and integrity in everything we do.
- Innovation: We drive progress through creativity and technology.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of diverse teams working together to achieve more.
- Excellence: We are dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in our products and services.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Commitment
Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by this target year.
- Committed to energy-efficient building designs and energy-saving programs.
- Uses technological advancements to reduce environmental impact.
- Annually tracks and reports on carbon footprint and environmental metrics.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Global Workforce
Women Representation
Approximately 40% of the global workforce consists of women.
- Committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees can thrive.
- Has set specific goals to increase the representation of women in leadership roles.
- Implemented training programs to promote diversity awareness and inclusive leadership.