Careers at Carvana

About Carvana “We believe CVNA is in the early stages of becoming the next U.S. retail category killer.” – Stephens Investment Bank, Analyst Report, Sept. 2024 Building leading-edge technology has been at the core of Carvana’s strategy since our founding, driving us to become the 3rd fastest company in history to organically reach the Fortune 500 following only Amazon and Google. Today, we remain founder-lead and as ambitious as ever. In 2024, we have not only emerged as the fastest growing automotive retailer, but also the most profitable thanks to our deep vertical integration across retail, lending, vehicle transportation, wholesale auctions, and more. If you want to grow not just as an Engineer but as a leader and business-builder, Carvana is the place for you. Our technology teams build: End-to-end ecommerce for both selling and buying cars, including everything you see on Carvana.com and in our mobile apps. AI-driven customer support across chat, email, SMS, and voice, as well as a proprietary CRM platform to ensure the most efficient and highest quality customer experience. 360° vehicle photography and interactive merchandising using cutting edge computer vision and AI techniques. The most sophisticated and self-service automotive lending platform in the world. Systems and tools behind a nationwide logistics network that has delivered and picked up over 3 million cars via our fully owned and operated fleet of automotive haulers, efficiently managing distribution of our massive inventory to 85% of US driveways. Enterprise grade systems for operating the largest vehicle reconditioning facilities in the US, with workflow and automation to guide the work for everything mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic needed to bring each car to our high standards. Early adoption and customization of AI tools for optimizing our Developer efficiency and experience. And much, much more… THIS IS A 100% ON-SITE POSITION FROM OUR HQ IN CARMEL (Monday through Friday) About the team and position Do you have a natural curiosity to build new technologies? Are you the type of person who taught yourself a new C# or JavaScript library just for fun? If so, join a dynamic team of engineers aimed at bringing the latest in web application development to a whole new way of buying a car. We are a fast-paced team that is focused on performance, scalability, and reliability to provide the best experience to our customers, both internal and external. What you’ll be doing Contribute to med-large size projects with cross-functional impact Develop loosely coupled solutions that are scalable, testable, modularized, and reusable Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code that adheres to best practices Work in an AI forward development environment, integrating AI at all stages of the SDLC Work with cloud systems, pipelines, and resources Perform data storage and persistence containers querying using SQL, NoSQL, and caching technologies Work in a team environment using Agile methodologies Work with Azure Service Bus and Azure Container Apps Use Kubernetes for automating deployment, scaling, and management of applications Test, troubleshoot, and optimize application components for maximum speed, security, and scalability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and design new features Stay up-to-date with new technology trends and incorporate them into operations and activities Explore new technologies, approaches, and participate in bringing software engineering in Carvana to the next level What you should have Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or similar field from an accredited undergraduate institution required. 2+ years of software development experience, either in C# / .NET Core (GraphQL and RESTful server-side via Web API) stacks and cloud services (Azure: Functions, Service Bus, etc.) OR contemporary JavaScript / TypeScript (ES2015+), React Hooks, Next.js, Nx Experience working with Claude Code, Codex, Copilot, or similar tools. Experience working on applications that share common resources Strong fundamentals in writing effective unit tests Experience in debugging and troubleshooting web applications, API integrations, and infrastructure Effective communication and collaboration skills. Carvana developers work closely with diverse teams, requiring great interpersonal skills and a positive attitude Willingness to learn, improve, and be flexible It would be great if you also had Experience using any cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP, RedHat, etc.) Experience with CosmosDB or other NoSQL databases Experience using any message queue, such as Kafka or RabbitMQ Experience writing GraphQL interfaced services Experience with building AI driven systems that accelerate and enhance all phases of the SDLC Experience working with authentication and authorization Experience with integrated monorepo solutions (Nx preferred) Experience with React Query and state management tools Familiarity with Storybook and component-driven development Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and the PKCE authentication flow Experience integrating native device functionality into browser applications Comfort in setting up and modifying build and release pipelines for CI/CD Proficiency with development tools from the Linux command line What we’ll offer in return Competitive salary and Carvana stock compensation Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401K with company match A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development Other requirements To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Legal Stuff Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship. Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range: $21 - 22 About Us ADESA, a Carvana-owned company, currently operates in over 50 locations throughout the US. Our auto auctions, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair, reconditioning, and auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more. We work in a service industry and embrace a “we” versus “I” culture – help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive – and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do. We’re excited about the future! As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us! Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA! Role and Team Reporting to the Reconditioning Manager or other designated manager, assures the quality of the Detail Shop process “First Time Right” is applied by Detailers. Communicate with the detail line staff concerning quality and production goals, expectations, and be the first point of contact per detail line. Responsibilities Inspect the quality of work done by each team member, identify vehicle quality that does not meet company standards. Communicate with team members in a positive and collaborative manner when quality does not meet standards. Identify the strengths of detailers to effectively create their assignments within the detail process. Ensure proper techniques and procedures are being implemented by team members. Train team members on standard operating procedures for vehicle detail. Assist on the detail line and perform final detail tasks as needed Maintain a professional appearance, orderly work environment and friendly disposition. Assist with shop cleaning and basic equipment maintenance Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Report all incidents to management immediately. Properly log the vehicle information into the computer upon satisfactory completion of inspection. Photograph and stage vehicles to ensure focused and clear pictures per standards. Return customer’s vehicles in clean condition. Run inventory reports for the detail shop. Advise the designated Manager of all equipment breakdowns and required maintenance immediately. Any other duties assigned by the designated manager Skills and Attributes Team player who can collaborate well with multiple departments, customers and vendors Strong customer service skills High degree of safety focus Proven ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Qualifications High School Diploma or GED preferred. Ability to use cleaning tools such as vacuums, pressure washer, drill, cleaning chemicals and jump boxes 1 - 2 years of auto detailing experience preferred Auction knowledge and experience preferred Proficient computer skills Well-organized and responsible with an aptitude in problem-solving with strong multitasking skills Ability to adapt to changing work environments, including exposure to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold). Proficient computer skills. Must be 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements ADESA Values Our Next Customer May Be Your Mom : Every customer deserves the same level of care and respect one would give to their own mother. We’re All in This Together : The company is unified by the shared goal of providing fantastic customer experiences, achieved through mutual trust, respect, and understanding. There Are No Sidelines : Employees are encouraged to be proactive, work hard, and take ownership of what needs to be done in a fast-paced environment. Be Brave : Employees should not fear taking risks, pushing themselves outside their comfort zones, or being decisive, even if they stumble along the way. Zag Forward : The company empowers creative and passionate thinking to find meaningful ways to be different and deliver amazing experiences. Don’t Be a Richard : A simple guiding principle to act appropriately and professionally. Stay Scrappy : This value rejects mediocrity and "good enough," pushing employees to do more with less to pass savings on to customers. ADESA Benefits and Perks Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More! Other Requirements To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. The physical activity requirements of the position range from Light to Medium Physical Work . Constant - standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, talking Frequent - bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling Potential – running, jumping, yelling or other rapid or forceful movement in emergency situations Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, Machine Operators (including inspection) positions . Physical Working Conditions This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations. To be able to do your job at ADESA, you must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Legal Stuff Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.