Backend Developer

Join The E.W. Scripps Company as a Backend Developer

The E.W. Scripps Company is on the lookout for a skilled Backend Developer to join our team. This role involves creating new and modifying existing application software, analyzing system requirements, and supporting system planning and implementation. We offer a remote work option for this position.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate: Work closely with various departments to plan, design, and develop websites and software applications.
• Develop: Utilize and assess technical architectures, designs, and frameworks.
• Lifecycle Management: Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, release/version control, testing, deployment, and support.
• Document: Develop technical specifications and documentation.
• Train: Provide training and documentation for applications.
• Innovate: Develop special sections and site features to enhance user engagement.
• Support: Contribute to team after-hours support duties and troubleshoot technical problems.
• Evaluate: Stay updated with evolving technologies and perform application testing.
  What You’ll Need
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 2+ years in full lifecycle software development and 3+ years in interactive media or relevant online business.
  What You’ll Bring
• Technical Skills: Coding, web development, database experience, and use of version control software.
• Knowledge: Broad enterprise-class technical knowledge in software development, technical operations, information security, and business process architecture.
• Assurance: Experience in Systems Assurance roles to ensure the quality of systems.
• Troubleshooting: Use of trouble ticketing systems and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Collaboration: Effective relationship-building skills, ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Communication: Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization: Excellent organizational, project management, and follow-up skills.
• Creativity: Utilize creativity and problem-solving skills.

About Scripps

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is dedicated to creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality local journalism and operates a portfolio of over 60 stations in 40+ markets. Our brands include Scripps News, Court TV, ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery, and Laff. We also host the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, our motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Scripps, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to reach their full potential. Our leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is both the right thing to do and a business imperative.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, military membership, or veteran status. We make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

Apply Today!

Ready to make an impact with Scripps? Apply now and be part of our innovative team! Join The E.W. Scripps Company and help shape the future of media and technology. Apply today!