Over 25% of total US media spend goes through Strata. We are transforming the way media is bought and executed across media channels globally. Over 7,500 media buyers in the U.S. and Europe rely on Strata to effectively manage their business. Through a globally scalable platform and open architecture, Strata offers a flexible system to support all media types in a rapidly changing landscape.
Acquired in 2005, Strata is part of Comcast's Advanced Advertising division. We are focused on media monetization, across the value chain and at scale. Are you looking for the next big step in your career? Check out open opportunities to develop and grow your career at Strata.
.NET SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Summary The Software Engineer is responsible for developing .NET, web-based software solutions. This development will occur in an Agile environment, typically in fixed-length sprints (Scrum methodology), with regular interactions with Product Owners and other team members. The Software Engineer is expected to produce high-quality software, to function effectively as a member of a team, to interact with management and other members of the development group, and to continually seek to improve themselves and the company.
Essential Functions The Software Engineer must be able to write quality software based on the provided designs and specifications, within reasonable timeframes, and to be effective members of their department and company. The Software Engineer must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously when asked. The Software Engineer needs to be able to work with a range of technologies (e.g., Windows applications and services, websites and web services, XML schemas, relational databases), languages (e.g., C#, VB.NET, T-SQL, JavaScript, HTML, XML), and applications (Visual Studio, SQL Server, etc.). The Software Engineer must demonstrate good analytical abilities, attention to detail, and strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Job Knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's)
Proficiency in the following programming languages and applications:
- C# and/or VB.NET for web applications and servers
- JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for web applications
- SQL Server 2008 or greater, relational database design and programming
Familiarity with:
- Modern JavaScript-powered web applications (Angular, React, Backbone, Ember, etc.) and the gle Page ApplicationPA) architecture
- REST/RESTful web service design and programming (Web API, Nancy, ServiceStack, etc.)
- Unit testing frameworks (NUnit, xUnit, Jasmine, etc.)
- Package management (npm, Bower, NuGet, etc.)
- Excellent debugging and troubleshooting abilities
- Excellent communication skills
Strongly Desired:
Experience with:
- Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
- Message queues or event bus technologies (MSMQ, RabbitMQ, NServiceBus, etc.)
- Automated builds/Continuous Integration/Deployment (Jenkins, CruiseControl, TFS, etc.)
- Cloud-based services (SaaS/IaaS/PaaS)
- Data warehouses, reporting, and analysis
- Very large database (VLDB) design and tuning
- XML, XML Schemas, XPath queries, etc.
- Familiarity with the Media/Cable industry
Supervisory responsibilities The Software Engineer will have no supervisory responsibilities, but must function well within project teams, working with Product Managers, tech leads, and other team members.
Working conditions The Software Engineer will work within the company's offices, based on hours agreed upon by their manager. The Software Engineer will be expected to dress and behave professionally.
Minimum qualifications and requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field plus 1 year of experience in a Software Engineer position.
Success factors Successful employees will have demonstrable ability with one or more key programming languages and technologies (C#, VB.NET, JavaScript, SQL Server), will consistently meet deadlines, and will do their part to help to deliver high-quality, functional software to the client in accordance with business needs. Successful employees must understand the entire product life-cycle and provide appropriate feedback through implementation, documentation and testing wherever appropriate.
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