Senior Software Engineer, Ad Engineering at Washington Post
Washington, DC 20001
About the Job
Job DescriptionThe Washington Post is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join its Ad Engineering and Monetization team
We work with the product, business intelligence and advertising teams to develop innovative software that maximizes revenue through our digital advertising business, which helps fund the best journalism in the world.It’s an exciting time to join this team
There are tremendous changes occurring in the digital advertising and publishing ecosystem, and this team is on the front lines of navigating that change
You’ll get the opportunity to work on a large portfolio of diverse software ranging from custom ad experiences and content management platforms to AI-driven targeting software and operational tools.MotivationYou like to work on different projects in a nimble development environment with a team that likes to move fast and deliver impact on a short time frameYou love to collaborate with non-technical colleagues to help figure out creative solutions to a wide range of problemsYou are an independent, self-motivated problem solver that thrives in an environment where flexibility and creativity are paramountYou are energized working with front-end and back-end technologiesYou have an eye for detail and a passion for qualityResponsibilitiesParticipate in all stages of software development - from brainstorming and prototyping to designing, implementing, testing and supportEstablish and enforce engineering best practices and coding standards across a variety of projectsWork directly with Product Managers, Designers, Advertising Operations and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into highly performant applicationsArchitect, build and deploy applications on AWSOccasionally influence other teams to accept technology processes or products, requiring detailed explanations or interpretations.Communicate with parties within and outside the department, and occasionally with external parties such as customers and vendors.QualificationsYou do not have to meet all of these qualifications to be considered for this role.5+ years experience building and delivering highly-performant, customer-facing applicationsProficiency in modern JavaScript development principlesHands on experiencing developing, deploying and maintaining systems using AWS services such as ECS, EC2, RDS, S3, LambdaExperience with DevOps technologies like Docker and CI/CD systems such as Jenkins, AWS code pipelineExperience developing in the digital advertising ecosystem using Prebid, Google Ad Manager, Identify platformsExperience writing unit tests and integration tests to ensure code qualityCompensation and BenefitsWherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:Competitive medical, dental and vision coverageCompany-paid pension and 401(k) matchThree weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leaveNine paid holidays and two personal days20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parentRobust mental health resourcesBackup care and caregiver concierge servicesGender affirming servicesPet insuranceFree Post digital subscriptionLeadership and career development programsBenefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.The salary range for this position is:131,500.00 - 219,100.00 USD AnnualThe actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements
This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating
That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. The innovation doesn’t end in the Newsroom – dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator – how will you Impact Tomorrow?#washpostlifeSummaryLocation: DC-Washington-TWP HeadquartersType: Full time
We work with the product, business intelligence and advertising teams to develop innovative software that maximizes revenue through our digital advertising business, which helps fund the best journalism in the world.It’s an exciting time to join this team
There are tremendous changes occurring in the digital advertising and publishing ecosystem, and this team is on the front lines of navigating that change
You’ll get the opportunity to work on a large portfolio of diverse software ranging from custom ad experiences and content management platforms to AI-driven targeting software and operational tools.MotivationYou like to work on different projects in a nimble development environment with a team that likes to move fast and deliver impact on a short time frameYou love to collaborate with non-technical colleagues to help figure out creative solutions to a wide range of problemsYou are an independent, self-motivated problem solver that thrives in an environment where flexibility and creativity are paramountYou are energized working with front-end and back-end technologiesYou have an eye for detail and a passion for qualityResponsibilitiesParticipate in all stages of software development - from brainstorming and prototyping to designing, implementing, testing and supportEstablish and enforce engineering best practices and coding standards across a variety of projectsWork directly with Product Managers, Designers, Advertising Operations and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into highly performant applicationsArchitect, build and deploy applications on AWSOccasionally influence other teams to accept technology processes or products, requiring detailed explanations or interpretations.Communicate with parties within and outside the department, and occasionally with external parties such as customers and vendors.QualificationsYou do not have to meet all of these qualifications to be considered for this role.5+ years experience building and delivering highly-performant, customer-facing applicationsProficiency in modern JavaScript development principlesHands on experiencing developing, deploying and maintaining systems using AWS services such as ECS, EC2, RDS, S3, LambdaExperience with DevOps technologies like Docker and CI/CD systems such as Jenkins, AWS code pipelineExperience developing in the digital advertising ecosystem using Prebid, Google Ad Manager, Identify platformsExperience writing unit tests and integration tests to ensure code qualityCompensation and BenefitsWherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:Competitive medical, dental and vision coverageCompany-paid pension and 401(k) matchThree weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leaveNine paid holidays and two personal days20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parentRobust mental health resourcesBackup care and caregiver concierge servicesGender affirming servicesPet insuranceFree Post digital subscriptionLeadership and career development programsBenefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.The salary range for this position is:131,500.00 - 219,100.00 USD AnnualThe actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements
This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating
That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. The innovation doesn’t end in the Newsroom – dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator – how will you Impact Tomorrow?#washpostlifeSummaryLocation: DC-Washington-TWP HeadquartersType: Full time
