Software Engineer

About this role

Who is Stanley Martin Homes?

At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe your work should have a purpose. With us, it truly does.

Our success starts with our people, and we are proud to foster a culture where every team member is valued and supported. At Stanley Martin Homes, you will work alongside passionate, knowledgeable professionals who are committed to doing the right thing, delivering exceptional homebuyer experiences, and putting homebuyers first.

Stanley Martin Homes is one of the largest 25 homebuilders in the United States and it has been consistently one of the fastest growing. We are proud of the people-first culture that makes it possible.

If you are ready to build a meaningful career and help families find the place they will call home, we would love to connect with you. Join our team and build a career that you will be proud of.

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As a key member of the Information Technology team, the Software Engineer will contribute to the development and maintenance of our cloud-hosted web applications, supporting internal and external stakeholders and helping drive operational efficiency and content delivery across the platform. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern web technologies, including AI-powered features, collaborate across product and data teams, and contribute to projects that directly impact the homebuilding industry.

Responsibilities and Duties

Collaborate with Product Designers, Product Managers, Engineers to deliver compelling multifaceted desktop and mobile web applications.

Develop responsive and reusable front-end and back-end components using standard web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, .NET, Node.js, etc.).

Create engaging, performant UI animations, transitions, and interactive motion using JavaScript and CSS (e.g., GSAP, Framer Motion, CSS animations), ensuring smooth performance across devices and respecting accessibility needs such as reduced-motion preferences.

Work with PL/SQL to write queries, functions, and procedures, ensuring high data quality and performance.

Drive the continuous improvement of our codebases by writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

Participate in code reviews, identify potential issues and suggest improvements, ensuring high-quality code delivery.

Document technical decisions and processes for future reference and knowledge sharing.

Build and integrate AI-powered user experiences, such as chat interfaces, smart search, and content generation features, including handling streaming responses, loading states, and error handling in the UI.

Contribute to and maintain shared UI component libraries and design systems to ensure consistent user experience.

Complete all other duties as assigned by manager.

Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications.

Adhere to and promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of Stanley Martin Companies.

Position Standards

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

Passion for software development and delivering high-quality, maintainable code

Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating intuitive, user-centered interfaces

Flexible mindset and a strong desire to learn and grow with modern technologies

Commitment to delivering work on time and within established standards

Self-directed, proactive, “get-it-done” attitude

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Human Computer Interaction, or a related field

2–6 years of experience developing and delivering responsive web applications in a corporate environment

Strong understanding of object-oriented programming languages (e.g., C#, Python, Java)

Extensive experience with web technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Excellent knowledge of various JavaScript frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)

Solid understanding of web accessibility (WCAG), front-end performance optimization, and cross-browser compatibility

Experience building JavaScript-based animations, transitions, and interactive motion (e.g., GSAP, Framer Motion, CSS animations) is a plus

Familiarity with version control systems (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps)

Experience with cloud computing services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus

Experience interacting with or using AI/LLM APIs (Azure OpenAI, OpenAI, Claude, Vertex)

Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) to improve productivity and code quality

Exposure to MCP servers for developer workflows or automation

What’s In It For Me:

Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and EyeMed, along with employer-paid Short Term and Long Term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid life, Legal Resources, and Aflac supplemental options)

Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA)

Put your family first with benefits, including 3 weeks of paid parental leave and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care

12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan

Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program

Continue your education with tuition and certification reimbursement

Rest and relax with 15 days of vacation (increases with tenure) and 6 days of paid sick leave

Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage

Receive great discounts on buying a Stanley Martin home and discounts with our partners in mortgage and title services as well as cell phone service through Verizon

Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet

Support local charities that are important to you through our Giving Back Program; with up to $250 match, 8 hours leave and more

Stanley Martin Homes has been building new homes since 1966. Headquartered in Reston, VA, Stanley Martin Homes is one of the nation’s fastest-growing homebuilders, having built more than 25,000 homes and operating in 14 metropolitan areas and seven states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Named National Builder of the Year in 2021 by Builder Magazine, Stanley Martin Homes is driven to deliver on its mission to “design and build homes people love at a price they can afford.”

At Stanley Martin Homes, you're not just joining a company—you’re joining a team. Whether your passion is in sales, construction, or operations, you'll contribute to delivering an exceptional home buying experience that helps people realize their dreams.

To hear from our team members about why they love working at Stanley Martin Homes, click here.

The annual base salary range for this position is $111,800 to $125,300.