Apply: WGSN - Senior Software Engineer - New York

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JOB DESCRIPTION                                                                                                         
 
TITLE:                        Senior Software Engineer
DEPARTMENT:       Technology
LOCATION:              New York City
REPORTS TO:            Director of Technical Delivery

 
OVERVIEW:
The software engineer is responsible for working with the Software Architect and the Director of Technical Delivery to develop new software according to established project plans, implementing new features in existing software, and fix bugs or other software defects.
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 
  • Develops applications, web-based software, components and services depending on chosen skill set
  • Tracks down and corrects bugs and defects in existing software
  • Makes other changes or improvements to existing software
  • Works closely with Product Managers, QA, DevOps and Software Engineers to drive projects through to completion.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to other Software Engineers
  • Serve as project lead, coordinating the efforts of other Software Engineers in addition to his/her own
  • Participate in architectural discussions and project planning from a technical perspective
  • Keep up to date on latest technological advancements, new features, and suggest updates to the software platform as appropriate.   
  • REQUIRED BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS: 
    • Requires at least 4 years of hands-on experience working in software development
    • Firm grasp of the principles of Object-Oriented Programming and design.
    • Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures for full software development life cycle
    • Must be able to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the job functions
    • Must be able to work independently and efficiently within a fast paced, team-oriented environment 
    • DESIRED SKILL SETS AND CONCENTRATIONS 
    • Front-end Developer
    • Complete fluency in Javascript, including Object-Oriented Javascript development
    • Proven experience in web application development
    • Strong knowledge of HTML and CSS, including the latest in HTML5 and CSS3 techniques
    • Strong knowledge with jQuery, Backbone.js, Angular.js, and/or similar frameworks
    • Strong attention to visual detail  
    • Back-end Developer
  • Complete fluency in PHP5
  • Strong understanding of MySQL and basic relational database concepts
  • Strong understanding of MongoDB, Redis, and other persistence systems
  • Familiarity with Java and/or C++
  • Understanding of web services, SOAP, REST, and XML
  • Familiarity with Apache Lucene, Solr, or related indexing technologies
Company Background:

Do We Inspire You?
As a business-to-business media company connecting leading professionals globally through insightful market-leading Exhibitions, vibrant Festivals, and precise Informational Services, we inspire people to join us from around the globe with our strong ethics, integrity and clear focus for the future.

Can You Inspire Us?
As an ever expanding global business, we thrive upon fresh talent, new ideas, and unique approaches to make our businesses and people flourish. With exciting opportunities in sales, marketing, recruitment, to name a few, we want you to try things differently, show us your creativity, and inspire us by being you.

So WhyNot Join Us and Discover What You Can Do?
With a choice of vibrant and prestigious brands, it is simple to begin a career to flourish.

How Do I Apply?
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