Base: $125,000-$200,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
7+ years investigative journalism experience
Data journalism and osint reporting skills
Coding and bespoke tool development ability
WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science
Job Summary
WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science.
The successful candidate must have extensive experience with a demonstrated portfolio of investigative work that has made real-world impact.
This role requires producing at least four stories per month and one long-form feature annually while collaborating across audio, video, and social teams.
Matching Summary
WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science.
Salary
Base: $125,000-$200,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7+ years investigative journalism experience
Data journalism and OSINT reporting skills
Coding and bespoke tool development ability
Visual investigation and satellite image analysis
Consistent news breaking and scoop delivery
Nice-to-have
Collaboration with global markets
Multi-platform storytelling (video, podcast)
Creativity and curiosity for hidden stories
Comfort with evolving workload management
Key Requirements
At least 7 years journalist experience
Proven track record of scoops
Demonstrated ability to publish long-form investigative work