Senior Developer

About USA TODAY Co., Inc.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com

Senior Developer Opportunity

USA TODAY is seeking an accomplished and passionate Senior Developer to join our existing team, contributing to the development of next-generation web apps and platforms using cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will work closely and collaboratively with the entire product development team during all stages of software development. We offer a fun, challenging, rewarding environment and the opportunity to work together with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Development, testing, release and support of Gannett advertising web frameworks, apps, and services
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and product/business managers to develop new features consistent with product roadmap and revenue goals
• Perform code reviews and recommend improvements
• Maintain awareness of technology developments that affect either our audience’s ability to use our products or extend new product potential
• Proactively innovate, collaborate, and contribute ideas

Requirements

We are looking for a strong developer with experience in ad delivery and display to build our platforms for cutting-edge ad experiences. Responsibilities include supporting the existing national digital advertisement infrastructure, working closely with product managers and designers to turn concepts into revenue-generating products, supporting and integrating with Application and Product Development teams, and analyzing and incorporating modern technologies as the landscape evolves.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience
• Excellent skills in the latest JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS standards
• Strong skills in Golang, Node.js, and PHP
• Web UI/UX design Implementation
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work in a team to solve complex problems
• Ability to quickly pivot and handle essential tasks as assigned
• Passionate about solving problems for users, advertisers, and publishers
• Web Ad Tech experience: Google Ad Manager, Prebid, etc.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent work experience
• Docker, Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, DataStudio, Kubernetes) or equivalent
• Database Technologies: MySQL, MongoDB, Postgres, NoSQL, etc.
• Strong experience with GIT
• Strong working knowledge with one or more Internet ad management or targeted marketing applications (e.g., Google Ad Manager, 24/7 Real Media, OAS, FreeWheel)
• Rich Media Vendor technology experience (e.g., Sizmek, Celtra, Vindico, Pointroll)
• Prior experience in the media or related industry is desirable

Compensation & Benefits

The annualized base salary for this role will range between $100,000 and $120,000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications, and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and may be applicable based on the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.

Key skills/competency

Senior Developer, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Golang, Node.js, PHP, Web UI/UX, Ad Tech, Problem-Solving