Software Engineer, Full-stack at NewsBreak

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, MediaIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Proven experience as a full-stack Engineer or similar role
Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Golang
Knowledge of libraries and frameworks (e.g., Scrapy, Beautiful Soup), ethics and compliance with website terms of service
Familiarity with handling dynamic content, CAPTCHAs, and IP rotation
Understanding of HTML, XPATH, CSS, and JavaScript for parsing web content
Experience with database systems for storing and managing collected data
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain content integration solutions to collect data from various sources
Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to define data extraction requirements
Monitor and troubleshoot content acquiring to ensure data accuracy and reliability
Implement data validation and quality checks to ensure the integrity of collected data
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in web scraping and data extraction
Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate integrated data into our products or services
Identify and address related potential legal and ethical considerations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Backend DevelopmentData ExtractionWeb ScrapingData ProcessingData ValidationTroubleshootingContent Integration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or hybrid, and where are the locations?

The position is hybrid and available in Mountain View, CA; New York City; or Seattle.

What skills are required for this Software Engineer role?

Required skills include strong proficiency in Python, Java, Golang; knowledge of libraries like Scrapy and Beautiful Soup; familiarity with handling dynamic content, CAPTCHAs, IP rotation; and understanding of HTML, XPATH, CSS, JavaScript, plus database systems.

What benefits does NewsBreak offer?

Benefits include health, dental, and vision care for you and your family.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, proven full-stack engineering experience, excellent problem-solving and attention to detail, and strong communication and collaboration skills.

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