Staff Software Engineer, Dow Jones
Web Platform
€70-90k
Business news & financial information publishing
Open for applications
Business news & financial information publishing
1001+ employees
Open for applications
€70-90k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To deliver trusted news and data to help businesses and society make decisions for a better future.
Role
Who you are
- 7+ years in software engineering, with 3–5 years in a lead engineering role
- Substantial experience in building digital subscription products, advertising and privacy technologies, and high-traffic websites
- Strong understanding of Javascript and the best practices around the web stack (ExpressJs, React, Redis, NextJs, Node.Js)
- Advanced CSS Knowledge: Grid, Flexbox, Media Queries, Container Queries, Transitions, etc
- Experience with AI tools (Copilot, Claude Code, OpenAI, etc.) for the purpose of improving productivity and building consumer facing products
- Knowledge of Software Engineering fundamentals including web development, service-oriented architecture, cloud computing, test driven development and domain driven design
- BS in Computer Science or equivalent or equivalent work experience
What the job involves
- Our Technology team drives the evolution of our Technology, Engineering, Data, Product and User Experience functions
- With a keen focus on delivering cutting-edge solutions, we shape the digital landscape for our customers, readers, and users
- From revolutionizing visuals to optimizing tools and harnessing the power of data, mobile, video, and social platforms, our team is committed to providing a seamless and immersive experience across all touchpoints
- Collaborating closely with our newsrooms and strategic partners, we spearhead the development of groundbreaking products and technologies
- As a Staff Software Engineer on the Dow Jones Web Platform Team, you will report into the Sr Engineering Director and partner with senior leadership and cross-functional peers to architect and deliver next-gen web and AI platforms
- You are responsible for driving product innovation, ensuring system scalability and performance, and optimizing development processes to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions across the B2B and B2C portfolio
- Lead Technical Strategy: Balance hands-on development with high-level architectural oversight, designing scalable systems and roadmaps that align with Dow Jones' business goals
- Bridge Business & Tech: Act as a key liaison between Engineering, Product, Editorial, and Marketing to influence decision-making and ensure technical execution meets organizational needs
- Drive Operational Excellence: Proactively identify systemic issues, manage technical debt, and establish quality standards to ensure "drama-free," high-performance software delivery
- Amplify Team Impact: Serve as an org-level mentor and "go-to" expert, scaling technical capabilities through code reviews, guidance, and high-quality documentation
- Navigate Complexity: Solve ambiguous, large-scale problems by evaluating trade-offs and delivering accurate estimates in a fast-paced, shifting environment
Our take
Dow Jones is a global leader in news and business intelligence, powering a range of well-respected brands, including The Wall Street Journal, Financial News, MarketWatch, and more. The company delivers its content to consumers through a range of formats, such as print, digital, mobile, and live events.
As companies seek to draw Millennials and Gen Z consumers to their platforms, adaptability is vital, since they are driving the demand for innovative tools and techniques, as the world evolves toward the digital-first era. Dow Jones has proven its ability to meet product optimization challenges with its reimagined Factiva offering that includes a list of new features, such as personalized results, an easy-to-use modern interface, and faster free-text search, all with a mobile-first design that adapts to any device.
The company has also focused on new product innovation by expanding its portfolio of capabilities and partnerships, further expanding into AI-powered personalization technologies and ongoing digital transformation. Already a powerhouse in the market, Dow Jones is well set to capitalize on future expansion and innovation opportunities.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- 20 weeks of parental leave
- 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave
- Up to 4 weeks of remote work per year
- 1 paid volunteer day annually
- $700 caregiver reimbursement
- Headspace emotional wellness membership
- ClassPass fitness and wellness membership
- Financial rewards for well-being activities
Company HQ
Theater District, New York, NY
Leadership
Almar Latour
(CEO)Before becoming the CEO of Dow Jones and Publisher of The Wall Street Journal, they were the Publisher of Barron’s Group and Executive VP of Dow Jones. They were also the previous Executive Editor of The Wall Street Journal.
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