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Software Engineer

Employer
Forum Communications Company
Location
Fargo, ND
Salary
Depends on Experience

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Industry
Technology
Role
Engineer
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Remote options: ND, SD, MN, WI, IL



The Role

We are looking for an accomplished Software Engineer, with strong hands on technical experience and deep knowledge of software engineering web based systems and applications. As a key member of our product development team, you will help build and improve the products and services that our customers use every day. Team members in this role will learn the tools and processes to support completion of features from technical design to launch.

We are transparent, creative, passionate, fun, honest and humble. If you want to make a positive impact on a growing team of talented software engineers, this is for you!

Day in the life of a Software Engineer

Our Agile Team collaborates to meet sprint commitments and utilize their strong background in software engineering best-practices to support continuous SDLC improvements. We customize our CMS platform to enhance our websites and integrate third party vendors to provide the high quality user experience our customers have come to expect. Strong knowledge in Java, Javascript, CSS and HTML are essential.

Who We Are

We are a next-generation multimedia company developing and delivering content, technology and business services to our network of customers and communities.

We are driven to connect and inform communities through quality journalism, entertainment and business solutions. Our passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun.

Come for the perks, stay for the people. Competitive pay, generous paid time-off, excellent benefits package, paid parental and pregnancy leave, and not to mention an inclusive culture that is focused on our employees and, most importantly, having fun.

Requirements
  • Advanced level knowledge of HTML, Javascript and CSS
  • Experience with Java, Handlebars, JSON and LESS
  • Experience with Node and Node Package Manager (NPM)
  • Experience with AWS
  • Experience with integrating third party APIs
  • Experience with source control systems, branching, merging, code reviews
  • Experience with an agile/scrum software team
  • Active participation in all meetings of the agile SDLC: daily standup, planning, estimation, retrospectives, demos, etc
  • Welcomes feedback and seeks continuous improvement opportunities
  • Fosters an environment for healthy collaboration


Preferred Qualities & Experience
  • 3+ years of software engineering experience with web based systems
  • Agility and technical capability to solve problems
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable at a shell prompt (Linux experience)
  • A passion for the customer and providing them with a great experience
  • Unrelenting focus on documenting solutions and systems to leave a great legacy


Bonus
  • Docker, Jira, MySQL
  • Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics
  • Website Performance Tools (e.g. Google Lighthouse)
  • SOAP, REST, XML
  • SQL queries and experience with relational databases


To apply, please go towww.forumcomm.com/careers/

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we're a leading media and technology company that's home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives for all employees. Additional perks for full-time positions include: comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off, paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave for qualifying employees.

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive, creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.

Company

At Forum Communications Company, our legacy is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of communication to connect and inform people in the communities we serve. Since 1917, everything we do is driven by creating and sharing information, ideas and insights.

Today, we’re a leading media and technology company that’s home to a family of people whose passion and purpose is fueled by collaboration and innovation. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals and having fun.

Come for the perks: Excellent employee culture, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays and paid time off for birthday, 401(k), company-paid volunteer time, health and wellness initiatives, paid parental and pregnancy disability leave. 

Stay for the people: Family-owned and operated since 1917, development and growth opportunities, inclusive and creative culture, safe working environment, employees of all ages and backgrounds, positive collaboration.

Do what you love and you will never work a day in your life. 

Company info
Telephone
701-241-5564
Location
101 5th St N
Fargo
ND
58102
US

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