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# Software Engineer - New Grad at ZipRecruiter

- **Company:** ZipRecruiter
- **Location:** Santa Monica, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-09-24
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-25
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ziprecruiter/jobs/8127108

## Job description

We offer a hybrid work environment. Most US-based positions can also be performed remotely (any exceptions will be noted in the Minimum Qualifications below.)

Our Mission:

To actively connect people to their next great opportunity.

Who We Are:

ZipRecruiter is the fastest-growing online employment marketplace for both desktop and mobile traffic. Powered by AI-driven smart matching technology, we’re building connections for millions of job seekers and businesses of all sizes through innovative mobile, web, and email services, as well as through partnerships with the best job boards on the web. As the #1 rated job search app on iOS & Android for the past 6 years, our customers are our priority.

About the Team:

We’re looking for software engineers who are passionate about building an intuitive experience for our marketplace serving millions of jobseekers and tens of thousands of customers. Our teams have a unique opportunity to work at scale, building fast, scalable, and effective applications that help connect people to their next job. Whether it’s supporting our job seekers, employers, or internal developers, you will have a real impact on and be able to shape the ZipRecruiter product. This role will be hybrid based out of the headquarters in Santa Monica, California. In this role you'll also get the opportunity to become more deeply specialized in one of the following disciplines to better prepare you for a full-time career:

- Big Data
- Full Stack
- Machine Learning

About the Job:

- Take part in the full life cycle of user-facing applications at scale, from design to implementation and testing to production
- Develop a strong understanding of the business, industry, codebase, and/or systems
- Write, test, instrument, and deploy high quality code with good test coverage, using modern abstractions and frameworks to our Kubernetes environment
- Help drive the innovation and evolution of ZipRecruiter

Minimum Qualifications:

- Currently enrolled in a full-time, Computer Science degree-seeking program or related technical field with an expected graduation date in 2027
- *OR a recent graduate with a graduation date from Spring 2025 to Fall 2026
- Demonstrated foundation in software engineering through previous internship experience or equivalent practical experience
- Fluency with at least 1 general purpose programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C++, Javascript)
- An interest in becoming more specialized in at least one of the following disciplines: Big Data, Full Stack, or Machine Learning
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule from our Santa Monica headquarters.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Fluency in multiple programming languages or ability to pick up new languages quickly
- Experience working with both non-relational and relational database systems
- Exposure to developing client side interactions using frameworks like React along with Vanilla Javascript, CSS, and HTML
- Analytical and problem-solving skills along with a self-starter mentality
- Passion for and experience with creating an intuitive, user-friendly experience

As part of our team you'll enjoy:

- Competitive salary
- Exceptional benefits package
- Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off
- Employer-matched 401(k) plan

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000-$150,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, and the range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, role-related knowledge and skills, depth of experience, relevant education or training, and additional role-related considerations.

Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. ZipRecruiter is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics.

Privacy Notice: For information about ZipRecruiter's collection and processing of job applicant personal data for this job, please see our Privacy Notice at: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/careers/job-applicant-privacy-notice

## About ZipRecruiter

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: ZipRecruiter operates a leading AI-powered online employment marketplace that actively connects job seekers with employers.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: ZIP)
- **Headquarters**: Santa Monica, California, USA (with additional offices in Phoenix, Arizona; London, UK; Tel Aviv, Israel)
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Ian Siegel, Joe Edmonds, Ward Poulos, Adam Tichauer

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Online employment marketplace / human resources technology
- **Target customers**: B2B (employers of all sizes, from SMBs to enterprises) and B2C (job seekers)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To actively connect people to their next great opportunity.”

## Products & Services
- **ZipRecruiter Marketplace**: An AI-powered two-sided platform where employers post jobs and receive matched candidate recommendations, and job seekers find relevant roles and get real-time application status updates. (SaaS / Marketplace)
- **Phil (AI Career Advisor)**: An AI-driven assistant that personalizes the job seeker experience by recommending opportunities and providing guidance. (AI / Software)
- **Employer Tools**: Suite of hiring solutions including job distribution, candidate screening, and analytics dashboards. (SaaS)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available in the provided sources (refer to public stock listings for current market cap).
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue reported in SEC filings (10‑K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 is available); the company employed over 800 people as of that date.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The company is publicly traded; notable early investors include institutional venture capital firms (specific names not provided in search results).
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Over 4.9 million businesses have used ZipRecruiter for hiring, and 172 million+ job seekers have used the platform.
  - #1 rated hiring site in the U.S. and #1 rated job search app on iOS and Android.
  - Recognized by Comparably, Newsweek (“Most Loved Workplaces” 2023), and Great Place to Work (2025).
  - Maintains a remote/hybrid workforce and offices in multiple locations.

## Competitive Advantages
- **AI‑powered matching technology**: Advanced deep‑learning NLP trained on billions of interactions continuously improves the relevance of job recommendations for both sides of the marketplace.
- **Network effects**: A large, active user base creates a virtuous cycle that attracts more employers and job seekers.
- **Brand recognition**: Consistently ranked as the #1 job site in the U.S., with high trust among job seekers and employers.

## Strategic Focus
- Continued investment in AI and machine learning to enhance matching accuracy and user experience.
- Scaling the marketplace by attracting more employers and job seekers, particularly in enterprise and staffing segments.
- Expanding remote‑work capabilities and maintaining a flexible, hybrid workforce to attract top talent.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: The company emphasizes “fearless builders,” “excellence without egos,” inclusion, and belonging. Employee‑led groups and a safe environment for risk‑taking are core.
- **Work Flexibility**: Remote‑friendly for many roles; collaboration weeks are held several times a year to bring teams together in person. Offices are open in Santa Monica, Phoenix, and London.
- **Compensation & Perks**: Competitive compensation packages, health benefits, financial wellness resources, ample time off, and a stocked kitchen at offices.
- **Recognition**: Named a “Great Place to Work” (2025) and “Most Loved Workplace” (Newsweek 2023). Over half of leadership positions are filled internally, reflecting a commitment to career development.
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on big data, machine learning, full‑stack development, and site reliability; many remote and on‑site engineering roles open (Senior Software Engineer, ML, Big Data, etc.).

## Sources
1. [sec.gov – ZipRecruiter 10‑K Filing (FY2025)](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1617553/000161755326000025/ziprecruiterinc_20260225x.pdf)
2. [ziprecruiter.com – About Us](https://www.ziprecruiter.com/about)
3. [ziprecruiter.com – Careers](https://www.ziprecruiter.com/careers)
4. [greenhouse.io – ZipRecruiter Job Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ziprecruiter)
5. [linkedin.com – ZipRecruiter Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ziprecruiter)

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