Senior Software Engineer

About this role

<h2><strong>Join one of Baltimore's Best Places to Work!</strong></h2> <h3>About this role</h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Banner is seeking a </span><span data-contrast="auto">Senior Software Engineer</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;to help build scalable, high-performing digital products that power our journalism and reader experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a highly impactful role for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, building modern web applications, and working across frontend, backend, product, and infrastructure. You will help develop the systems that deliver fast, reliable, and engaging content experiences to our growing audience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The ideal candidate is imaginative, thoughtful, technically strong, and excited by the opportunity to&nbsp;build with&nbsp;a mission-driven organization in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">***This role is not eligible for relocation, visa sponsorship, or fully remote work.</span>***</strong></p> <h3>What you'll do</h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">In this role, you will build modern frontend and backend solutions that support content delivery, fast rendering, and high-quality user experiences.&nbsp;Your work may include:&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop user interfaces and backend APIs for high-performance web applications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Use JavaScript application frameworks, preferably React and Node.js, to build complete, scalable solutions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Design and implement reliable integrations with third-party software, platforms, and service providers.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in technical design, architecture discussions, and engineering decision-making.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build scalable solutions on public cloud infrastructure, preferably AWS.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with product managers, engineers, designers, and other cross-functional partners in an agile environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Work effectively with distributed team members across locations and time zones.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Help improve engineering standards, development practices, documentation, and overall technical quality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h3><strong>What you'll bring</strong></h3> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">5+ years of professional software development experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">3+ years of experience building websites and highly scalable web applications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, or similar technologies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with Node.js and modern backend development practices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience building frontend interfaces and backend APIs for web-based products.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with cloud&nbsp;architectures; AWS experience is strongly preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working with database technologies such as SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, MySQL, or similar systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with caching technologies such as Redis, Memcached, Varnish, or similar tools.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working on distributed engineering teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong problem-solving skills, sound technical judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A collaborative mindset and comfort working in a fast-moving, product-focused environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Nice to Have</span></strong></h3> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with c