Apply: WGSN - Software Engineer - New York

Reference: NA-173
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Software Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Technology
LOCATION: New York City
REPORTS TO: Director of Technical Delivery
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

OVERVIEW:
The software engineer reports to the Director of Technical Delivery and works with the Data Products Technical
Lead to develop new software according to established project plans, implementing new features in existing
software, and fixing bugs or other software defects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops applications, web-based software, components, and services.
• 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 Development team to drive projects
through to completion.
• Participates in architectural discussions and project planning from a technical perspective.
• Keeps up to date on latest technological advancements, new features, and suggests updates to the
software platform as appropriate.
• Promotes and supports the adoption of software good practices, e.g. shared standards, adequate
documentation, testing.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Math or related discipline.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience working in software development.
• Firm grasp of the principles of Object-Oriented programming and MV* frameworks.
• Knowledge of common concepts, practices, and procedures in a full software development life cycle.

DESIRED SKILL SETS AND CONCENTRATIONS
• Fluency in at least two modern web development languages, preferably PHP and Java.
• Strong knowledge of at least one major RDBMS, preferably MySQL.
• Fluency in SQL and relational database modeling.
• Fluency in RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience with data workflows involving millions of records per day.
• Experience analyzing and optimizing code to enhance scalability, performance and availability.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is largely performed in a typical office environment. Normal visual, hearing and language acuity required for
oral and written communications and computer usage.
This job description reflects Management's current assignment of essential functions and required background and qualifications to
this position; it does not restrict Management's right to revise or assign additional duties and responsibilities, essential or otherwise,
to this job at any time, as well as to revise the required to this position.
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?
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How Do I Apply?
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