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As the Staff Software Developer, you will provide technical leadership for the development team. You are an individual contributor, self-directed, able to work with minimal supervision, and is typically expected to take on the most difficult technical challenges. You will lead the technical direction, supporting the Principal Engineers and Architects in defining the technology strategy and implementation.

The Staff Software

Developer for the CNN tvOS team drives mobile tech strategy, architecture, best practices, and choice of tools and technology stack across iOS / tvOS app platforms, supporting mobile backend APIs, mobile CI/CD tools, and testing automation. You ensure technical execution and release of CNN’s mobile apps to end consumers. You also partner with Product, Design and Delivery Leaders to help teams deliver on product initiatives and operational execution.

Provide support and development of software tools and procedures to extend and enhance the core production pipeline. Work with multiple departments, including Product, Design, Delivery, Editorial and Engineering to implement CNN Digital consumer experience solutions and apps. Assist with troubleshooting production problems,



root cause analysis, and debugging.

Development and maintenance of existing production systems supporting CNN’s digital ecosystem. Ensure software development follows industry best practices, policies and guidelines. Specifically, ensuring that technical solutions are in line with established CNN Digital strategy, standards in respect to architecture, security, corporate governance, coding standards, monitoring, logging, unit test, and service enablement.

BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent discipline. Demonstrated advanced understanding of troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, application design, solution development, human factors/usability design, and implementation of projects for major business units or the enterprise. Strong foundation in programming fundamentals such as data structures and algorithms.

Demonstrated expert knowledge of software development methodologies, practice, and architecture, specifically experience architecting performant, scalable, secure, and cost optimized cloud solutions on AWS. AWS Professional Certification preferred, but not required. Hands-on experience with mobile DevOps CI/CD tools and implementing best practices, including automation of code signing tools and automated tests.

General familiarity with database technologies (SQL/RDBMS, NoSQL,



GraphDB, etc.). Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with technical and non-technical cross-functional teams.

Experience building flexible software architecture to accommodate shifting business needs. Knowledge of Cloud Computing platforms like Amazon AWS, OpenStack, OpenShift.

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Inclusion at WBD Being an equal chance employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required.

Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. health insurance coverage life and disability insurance a retirement savings plan paid holidays and sick time vacation annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards

📌 Staff Software Developer, iOS - Connected TV (Ottawa)
🏢 CNN
📍 Ottawa