Full Stack Software Engineer – Backend/PHP

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10038, New York, NY
68K-185K Annually
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The Role
The Full Stack Software Engineer will develop and enhance applications using Next.js, build scalable PHP backends, integrate Content Management Systems, and optimize website performance through data-driven development and collaborations. They will be part of a team shaping the future of digital media.
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Full Stack Software Engineer – Backend/PHP 

 

At Fortune Media, we are reinventing how a storied brand, steeped in journalism and business, adapts to today’s digital-first world. The digital transformation of Fortune from a print magazine to a multi-channel media company is in full swing, and we want you to be a part of it. The Engineering team works on multiple digital properties at Fortune: from the editorial website, conferences, Fortune Recommends and others. Our goal is to launch new products to build on our core competencies of content, events and education, in order to diversify our revenue streams; and to improve the experience and monetization of existing properties. 

Fortune Media is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Engineer, someone who is a fast learner and eager to explore new technologies, to join our team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital media. You will be a key contributor in building and maintaining the high-performance, scalable systems that power our renowned publications, and you'll have a direct impact on driving growth for our business. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in Next.js, backend technologies in PHP, and Content Management Systems (CMS) to impact millions of readers worldwide. 

This role is for a full-stack software engineer with strong backend expertise, ideally in PHP. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Develop and Enhance: Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions using Next.js for our front-end applications, ensuring optimal performance, accessibility, and user experience. 
  • Backend Expertise: Build robust and scalable PHP backend systems that integrate seamlessly with our CMS and various APIs, supporting the delivery of dynamic content and personalized experiences. 
  • CMS Integration: Work closely with our content teams to optimize CMS workflows, develop custom integrations, and ensure efficient content publishing across our platforms. 
  • Data-Driven Development: Leverage data analytics and A/B testing to optimize website performance and user experience. Drive data-informed decisions throughout the development lifecycle to ensure all improvements align with business goals and contribute to measurable outcomes. 
  • Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with designers, product managers, and other engineers to translate business requirements into innovative technical solutions. 
  • Performance Optimization: Continuously analyze and optimize our web applications for speed, scalability, and reliability, ensuring a seamless experience for our global audience. 
  • Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends in web development, particularly in the areas of Next.js, serverless architectures, and headless CMS solutions, embracing AI to remain at the forefront of innovation. 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. 
  • Proven experience building high-performance web applications using Next.js or similar framework. 
  • Strong understanding of backend technologies and RESTful API design. 
  • Experience working with Content Management Systems is a plus. 
  • Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web development frameworks. 
  • Experience with ads technology, DevOps, and automation tests. 
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills. 

We will tailor the specific level of this role (e.g., Software Engineer I, II, Senior, Lead, Principle, etc.) based on years of relevant experience, your demonstrated technical expertise, experience with large-scale system design, leadership qualities, and communication skills as assessed during the interview process.  

Benefits: 

  • Be a part of a world-renowned media organization with a rich history. 
  • Work on challenging projects with a significant impact on a global audience. 
  • Collaborate with a talented and passionate team. 
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development. 

 

If you are a passionate software engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the future of digital media, we encourage you to apply! 

 

Total Compensation Ranges (base salary & bonus): 

SDE L1, L2: $68,000.00 - $106,000.00 plus 5%-10% discretionary annual Bonus 

SDE L3, L4: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 plus 10% of a discretionary annual Bonus 

Lead SDE L5, L6: $119,000.00 - $185,000.00 plus 10-15% of a discretionary annual Bonus 

 

About Fortune:  

At Fortune Media, our mission is to change the world by making business better. We achieve that by providing trusted information, great storytelling, rigorous benchmarking and world-class community building. And our key values are humility, ownership, and transparency.  

The policy of Fortune Media is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Fortune Media affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion. 

 

 

 


About Fortune: 

At Fortune Media, our mission is to change the world by making business better. We achieve that by providing trusted information, great storytelling, rigorous benchmarking and world-class community building. And our key values are humility, ownership, and transparency. 

The policy of Fortune Media is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Fortune Media affirmatively seeks to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity and values diversity and inclusion. 

 

 

FORTUNE

Fortune Media is a global media organization dedicated to helping its readers, viewers, and attendees succeed in business through unrivaled access and best-in-class storytelling. Fortune’s mission is to drive the conversation about business.  With a global perspective, the guiding wisdom of history, and an unflinching eye to the future, we report and reveal the stories that matter today—and that will matter even more tomorrow.  With the trusted power to convene and challenge those who are shaping industry, commerce and society around the world, Fortune lights the path for global leaders—and gives them the tools to make business better.  Our values inform our mission.  We believe that business can be a powerful platform for good, and we are committed to holding it to that standard.

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For Residents of California: Our California Resident Applicant and Prospective Applicant Privacy Notice is located at this link: https://fortune.com/california-resident-applicant-and-prospective-applicant-privacy-notice/

For UK, EEA, and Switzerland Residents: Please review Fortune Media Group (UK) Limited's Job Applicant Privacy Notice at https://fortune.com/job-applicant-privacy-notice-uk/ to understand how your personal data will be handled.

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The Company
New York, NY
1,440 Employees
Hybrid Workplace

What We Do

FORTUNE is a global media organization dedicated to helping its readers, viewers, and attendees succeed big in business through unrivaled access and best-in-class storytelling. We drive the conversation about business. With a global perspective, the guiding wisdom of history, and an unflinching eye to the future, we report and reveal the stories that matter today—and that will matter even more tomorrow. With the trusted power to convene and challenge those who are shaping industry, commerce and society around the world, FORTUNE lights the path for global leaders—and gives them the tools to make business better.

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