Sr. Software Engineer Front-end
Overview
At the Los Angeles Times and San Diego Union Tribune we have entered the next chapter and are investing in the future of journalism. Together, we are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Front-end) whose primary focus will be leading efforts to design, build, maintain and support the various front-end applications throughout the company. He/she will work collaboratively with product management, editorial, marketing and other business units to understand the requirements and strategic initiatives, ensuring the front-end applications can support and scale to the business needs.
We view our publications as the voice and inspiration for our cities, our state, the nation and the world. Join us on the Product Development team as we build a new foundation for our future.
This position will work out of our El Segundo, CA office.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain front-end applications
- Drive front-end architecture requirements and decisions related to frameworks, interactive UI design, and implementation
- Contribute to the development of core functionality and services
- Manage project priorities, deadlines and deliverables
Qualifications
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years experience of professional front-end application development
- Extensive knowledge and experience with modern JavaScript libraries such as React, AngularJS, or Vue.js
- Experience with React Native and GraphQL a plus
- Excellent verbal communication skills with ability to translate technology-related jargon to diverse groups of technical and non-technical users
- Excellent written communication skills with ability to develop technical documents
- Self-motivation with ability to perform quality work within deadlines and budget with or without direct supervision
- Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, appropriate judgment, and decision-making skill