Software Development Engineer II, Consumer

About this role

CarGurus seeks a Software Development Engineer II to build AI-powered consumer experiences in the Purchase team, guiding shoppers through the car buying journey from selection to deal completion. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-impact features on our marketplace platform, leveraging modern development practices and AI tools to enhance user engagement.

What you'll do

• Design and implement consumer-facing AI features that help shoppers find the right car with engaging, conversational experiences
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and analysts to move features from concept through technical design, implementation, and testing
• Execute the full development lifecycle including design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring for millions of users
• Run A/B tests and analyze performance metrics to iterate quickly and validate feature impact
• Use AI coding assistants and multi-agent workflows to prototype solutions and improve code quality
• Partner with product, UX, and analytics teams to ship clean, accessible, and data-driven experiences

What they're looking for

• Java development (2+ years)
• Consumer-facing AI feature implementation
• REST APIs and web services
• TypeScript, JavaScript, and React
• AWS ecosystem
• Algorithms, data structures, and design patterns
• A/B testing and analytics interpretation
• Collaborative communication and attention to detail

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package
• Discretionary bonuses and incentives
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• People-first culture emphasizing collaboration and innovation
• Career growth mentorship opportunities
• Remote-friendly environment in Boston, Massachusetts