Software Engineer, Backend at NewsBreak

Mountain View, California, United States

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$147,000 – $221,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, MediaIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a relevant field
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Back-end developer
In-depth understanding of the entire web application process (design, development, and deployment)
Hands-on experience with programming languages: Golang, Java, and Python
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills
Teamwork skills with a humble, can-do attitude

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain functional and stable server applications to meet the company’s needs
Gather and address technical and design requirements
Write clean code to develop functional backend services
Troubleshoot and debug applications
Perform UI tests to optimize performance
Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve legacy applications
Collaborate with product, data, and business teams to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Build reusable code and libraries for future use

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GolangJavaPythonbackend developmentserver applicationsweb applicationsdebuggingperformance optimizationAPI integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Backend Software Engineer position?

The annual base pay range is $147,000 - $221,000 USD. Pay may vary based on factors like skills, experience, location, and education.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This is a hybrid position.

What programming languages and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need hands-on experience with Golang, Java, and Python, plus in-depth understanding of the web application process, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong teamwork abilities.

What benefits does NewsBreak offer?

Benefits include health, dental, and vision care, top-tier 401(K) with matching, paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, FSA and commuter benefits, team activity budget, and potential discretionary bonus and options.

What makes a strong candidate for this Backend Engineer role?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, at least 3 years of backend development experience, proficiency in Golang, Java, and Python, and excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills with a humble attitude.

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