Software Engineer, News Stories

Wirecutter Inc

New York, NY, United States
Base: $110,000 - $130,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
On-site
Full-stack technical background with react expertise
2+ years building large-scale web applications
Experience with node.js or go backend languages
The role involves leading full-stack feature development to build scalable systems that serve both readers and editors within rapid news cycles

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading full-stack feature development to build scalable systems that serve both readers and editors within rapid news cycles.
  • Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype news-driven features and participate in platform modernization efforts.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary range of $110,000 to $130,000 USD along with variable pay and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading full-stack feature development to build scalable systems that serve both readers and editors within rapid news cycles.

Salary

Base: $110,000 - $130,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and restricted stock; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Full-stack technical background with React expertise
  • 2+ years building large-scale web applications
  • Experience with Node.js or Go backend languages
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript fundamentals
  • Experience with SQL or NoSQL data persistence

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Google Cloud Platform services
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD tooling
  • Understanding of caching and content delivery networks
  • Experience using AI coding tools for agentic workflows
  • Familiarity with Agile development environments

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like React
  • 2+ years experience with backend languages such as Node.js or Go
  • Production environment troubleshooting and support experience

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