The Washington Post

Engineering Lead, Core Infrastructure

The Washington Post

One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelBachelors
Job Description

Gather business and technical requirements by working closely with stakeholders and others within Engineering. Evaluate, assess, design, and develop high-level solutions to meet these requirements by understanding and analyzing current system functionality and following established development methodologies and standards. Research available technologies outside of the company and recommends appropriate design solutions. Provide timely and effective maintenance support and problem resolution for existing systems by collaborating and coordinating with vendors and others. Perform impact assessment in all system/application changes as needed; follow appropriate change management and control procedures. Maintain documentation of production problems and their solutions. Organize releases and deployments. Interact with subordinates, peers and/or managers in other work groups/teams /vendors/customers to share information and improve workflow processes.

Where is this job?
This job is located at One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Knowledge of testing and quality assurance practices including unit testing and code documentation.

  • Ability to deliver quality solutions within established timelines.

  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant technical professional experience required; prior experience in a similar role preferred.

  • High level of proficiency in core language development with good understanding of code optimization and application performance.

Required Skills
  • Python

  • Docker

  • Kafka

  • Flask

  • Celery

  • Time Management Skills

  • Unit Testing Frameworks

  • Code documentation

  • Akamai

  • Strong analytical aptitude

Soft Skills
  • Results Oriented

  • Detail Oriented

  • Aligning priorities

  • Problem Solving Skills

  • Flexibility/Adaptability

  • Verbal and Written Communication

  • Multi tasker

  • Driven for excellence

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Engineering Lead, Core Infrastructure in One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA is between $118,000 and $162,000 per year. This salary range takes into account factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and location.

Additional Information
The Washington Post is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedJuly 12th, 2022
Apply BeforeOctober 17th, 2025
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About The Washington Post

The Washington Post is a major American daily newspaper published in Washington, DC, with a particular emphasis on national politics and the federal government.

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