Software Engineer, Platform
HNPNew York, New York, United States
Posted November 20, 2025
120000 - 160000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Hearst Newspapers is a leading publisher of 24 dailies and 52 weeklies, with a mission to be the most trusted, most respected and most accurate source of news and information.
Job Description
Hearst Newspapers is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join its core platform engineering team. The successful candidate will contribute to modernizing existing platforms, designing and implementing scalable backend services, and supporting the development of AI-powered experiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- 2-5 years of professional software engineering experience, with exposure to backend development
- Proficiency in the Node/TypeScript ecosystem
- Experience using Terraform for cloud infrastructure management
- Experience developing backend services and RESTful/GraphQL APIs
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases
- Good understanding of software engineering principles (data structures, algorithms, system design)
- Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan