We break stories, influence ideas, and advance business intelligence and cultural interest. We expose the events that turn markets, the digital breakthroughs that transform art, the demand that drives invention, as well as the political and societal passing moments and lasting consequences. We are the people of Dow Jones. From different fields, backgrounds and viewpoints we invite you to join us.
Examine the world and bring it to others.
Job Description:
Dow Jones is looking for creative and passionate junior Software Engineers who want to be part of a growing technology team working on world class websites and products. Our engineers play a critical role in technical decision making at all stages of the product life cycle. We look for enthusiastic technologists who enjoy solving the hard problems, and have the initiative to work collaboratively across our multi-skilled teams. In return we are offering the opportunity to work on multiple cutting edge tech stacks, upskill your expertise with highly experienced team mentors, and develop your skills via a comprehensive training academy.
Responsibilities
As part of a cross-functional agile software team, you will design, implement, and maintain our web applications in a highly collaborative international environment.
Participate in discussions about technology, infrastructure and consider the pros/cons of a technology choice based on business value, scalability, maintainability, performance and project delivery.
Support Dow Jones technical cultural values of driving toward solutions independently, while seeking feedback when appropriate.
Maintain and share knowledge in emerging technologies and tools within the industry.
Prioritise and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience:
Up to 2 years commercial experience developing web applications using Javascript technologies
Proven understanding of Computer Science fundamentals including web development and cloud computing
Experience of React and Node.js
Experience of web based technologies including Javascript,, JSON, HTML, CSS
Experience of Git/GitHub
Knowledge of testing suites preferably Jest and Enzyme
Familiarity with the Terminal and NPM
Familiarity with Typescript
Our Benefits:
Competitive Medical Insurance Plans
Life Insurance
Pension Scheme Contributions
Group Income Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Childcare Vouchers
Fitness Reimbursements
Emergency Backup Care
Employee Referral Program
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .
Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, please reach out to us at TalentResourceTeam@dowjones.com. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line.
Business Area: TECHNOLOGY - PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Job Category: IT Development Group
Req ID: 28142
