Senior Developer

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Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) 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 scalable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. We endeavor to deliver essential content, marketing solutions, and experiences for curated audiences, advertisers, consumers, and stakeholders by leveraging our diverse teams and suite of products to enrich the local communities and businesses we serve. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, uses innovation and software to enable small and medium-sized businesses to grow, and USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, our events division, creates impactful consumer engagements, promotions, and races. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on Gannett 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.gannett.com


Gannett / 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.
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 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 media or related industry is desirable
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
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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 based on the role, may be applicable.


Gannett 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 s