NewsBreak

Software Engineer, Ads

Mountain View, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
News, Biotechnology, AdvertisingIndustries

Job Description

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Hybrid (Mountain View, California, New York, New York, Seattle, Washington)
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below. Pay may vary based on a number of factors including job-related skills, level, experience, geographic location and relevant education or training.

NewsBreak is redefining the way users interact with local news and their communities. By bridging local users, local content creators, and local businesses, our mission is to foster safer, more vibrant, and authentically connected lives. Through robust collaborations with thousands of local publishers and businesses across the nation, NewsBreak is revolutionizing how a new wave of readers access and engage with essential, locally sourced content & information. Since our inception in 2015, our trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. We proudly stand as the nation’s premier local news app. As a Series-C unicorn startup, our headquarter nestles in the tech hub of Mountain View, California, with other offices in New York City and Seattle. For more information, visit [www.newsbreak.com/aboutBellevue, Washington, United States](www.newsbreak.com/aboutBellevue, Washington, United States).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain robust and scalable backend systems for our B2B monetization platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features and functionality.
  • Develop high-quality, reusable, and scalable code and libraries for future use.
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Integrate user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
  • Ensure security and data protection strategies are in place.
  • Document all development processes, code, and system changes.
  • Implement and maintain database systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in backend development.
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Go and Python.
  • Strong understanding of server-side logic and architecture.
  • Excellent knowledge of cloud-based solutions, preferably AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and experience in developing them.
  • Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and in team settings.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family (100% coverage for employee)
  • Top-tier 401(K) plan with company matching
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • FSA, HSA and commuter benefits programs
  • Team activity budget

Skills

Backend development
Scalable systems
B2B monetization
Cross-functional collaboration
Feature implementation
Code quality
Reusable code
Maintainable code
Server-side logic
Security
Data protection
Database systems

NewsBreak

Digital news aggregation and distribution platform

About NewsBreak

NewsBreak is a digital platform that provides a variety of news articles and stories to its users. It aggregates news from multiple sources, including independent contributors, and presents it in a user-friendly format. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including local news, global events, lifestyle, and entertainment, which helps it appeal to a diverse audience. Unlike traditional news outlets, NewsBreak focuses on content aggregation and distribution, allowing it to quickly adapt to the interests of its users. The company primarily generates revenue through advertising, leveraging its large user base to attract advertisers, and may also partner with news providers and content creators to enhance its offerings. The goal of NewsBreak is to deliver a comprehensive news experience that keeps users informed about various topics while maintaining a broad reach in the competitive news and media industry.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$136MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefits
Team Activity Budget

Risks

Emerging local news platforms using AI could threaten NewsBreak's market share.
Rise of misinformation poses a risk to NewsBreak's reputation and user trust.
Increasing use of ad-blockers may reduce effectiveness of NewsBreak's advertising revenue.

Differentiation

NewsBreak focuses on hyper-local content, enhancing user engagement and retention.
The platform's Contributor Network provides local news coverage in underrepresented communities.
NewsBreak is the first app IAB Tech Lab Open Measurement certified using Prebid integration.

Upsides

Expansion into video advertising aligns with rising video content consumption trends.
AI-driven content personalization can enhance user experience and engagement.
Mobile-first strategy optimization is crucial as mobile traffic dominates global website visits.

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