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Front End Engineer

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The Washington Post

Jan 17

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Washington
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a BA/BS in a tech field, 3+ years with React, Node, and TypeScript, strong problem-solving skills, experience with DevOps, testing, and performance optimization, plus great communication skills.
  • You will develop web apps using React and Node, architect solutions on AWS, write specifications, guide technical decisions, and collaborate with teams to enhance user experiences.

Requirements

  • BA/BS in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience with git or similar source code management.
  • 3+ years experience with React 16 and Node is required.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript for building robust and maintainable web applications.
  • Experience writing unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality; experience with Playwright is a plus.
  • Exposure to engineering tools such as DataDog, Splunk, and Catchpoint.
  • Experience with DevOps technologies such as Docker and Jenkins.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, capable of handling moderately complex challenges.
  • Knowledge of best practices in software development, including testing, deployment, and code reviews.
  • Ability to work independently with general supervision, setting day-to-day priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, providing technical input, and receiving and acting on feedback.
  • Work independently with general supervision, prioritizing daily tasks to meet project goals and communicating with stakeholders, team, and management to develop and meet project timelines.
  • Ability to ensure cross-browser and cross-device functionality and troubleshoot browser-specific issues.
  • Experience in performance optimization debugging to improve load times, core web vitals, and user experience.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in all stages of software development - from brainstorming and prototyping to designing, implementing, testing and support.
  • Develop web applications primarily using React and Node, ensuring they are scalable, performant, secure, and user-friendly.
  • Architect, build and deploy applications on AWS
  • Write detailed specifications when appropriate.
  • Use your experience to help guide technical decisions and participate in technical architecture discussion.
  • Work independently on moderately complex projects, setting day-to-day objectives and prioritizing tasks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Product, Design, News and Business) to develop comprehensive solutions for user experiences and their data.
  • This role requires limited on-call hours. An on-call schedule will be determined a couple of months after you join, considering team size and other variables.

FAQs

What technologies will I be working with as a Front End Engineer?

You will primarily be working with React and Node, along with TypeScript, AWS, and other related technologies.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 3 years of experience with React 16 and Node is required, along with proficiency in TypeScript and experience with unit testing and integration testing.

Are there opportunities for career development?

Yes, The Washington Post offers leadership and career development programs to support your growth.

What is the company culture like at The Washington Post?

The culture is fast-paced and high-growth, with a respect for engineers and customers, encouraging innovation and collaboration across various teams.

Is there flexibility in the work schedule?

While you will work independently on projects, there may be some on-call hours, and the schedule for on-call duties will be determined after a couple of months.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Employees receive comprehensive benefits including competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid pension and 401(k) match, paid vacation and sick leave, parental leave, and mental health resources.

Is performance optimization part of the job responsibilities?

Yes, you will be expected to perform optimization debugging to improve load times, core web vitals, and overall user experience.

What are the salary expectations for this role?

The salary range for this position is between $98,800.00 and $164,600.00 annually, depending on individual skills, experience, and qualifications.

Do I need to have experience with AWS services for this role?

Yes, hands-on experience developing, deploying, and maintaining systems using AWS services such as ECS, EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, and SQS/SNS is preferred.

Will I be collaborating with other teams?

Yes, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Product, Design, News, and Business, to develop comprehensive solutions.

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The Washington Post

Entertainment & Media
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1877
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Our approach is always the same– shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.