What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Team Lead position at US News?
Description
U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for over 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News and 360 Reviews.
We reach more than 40 million people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our "Best" series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations including Healthcare of Tomorrow and Healthiest Communities.
We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.
Your role in helping us shape the future :
U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. We are looking for an enthusiastic Software Team Lead with an interest in building dynamic, data-driven products. You will lead a team of developers dedicated to one of our consumer or B2B product teams and would be responsible for the success of many of their technology projects.
The developers at U.S. News have a great deal of independence and a minimum of overhead. By leveraging React.js, Python, AWS cloud, Google BigQuery, data science and other latest technologies, you'll be driving a major transformation within U.S. News.
Are you up to the challenge?
This position requires comfort working hands-on with frontend and backend web technologies. Our developers thrive in a collaborative environment but also excel at solving challenges independently. We use many different technologies and operate in many different environments, and we work together with designers, analysts, stakeholders, and testers to build products as efficiently and effectively as possible. We also believe in perpetual self-improvement, and expect our employees to continue to work towards developing their own skills and the skills of those around them.
As a team lead, you will be :
- Responsible for a team of developers working with one of our verticals
- Advise the product managers, mentor and manage your developers
- Make code architecture decisions, keep your team organized and focused, and keep your projects on track
- Manage the team and be a contributing member of the development team.
Position Requirements
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What it's like to work with us :
Talent is our best asset! We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News' dedication to our consumers.
Other Job Info :
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Number of Openings
About the Organization
U.S. News & World Report is a publisher of news and information that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives.
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This position is currently accepting applications.
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000
