Senior Software Engineer, Front End

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

The Applied Intelligence team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Front-End development to lead the development of innovative, data-driven applications and visualization tools that power analytics, decision-making, and machine intelligence across the organization. You will architect and implement scalable, maintainable, and visually engaging interfaces that bring complex data to life and make advanced insights accessible to users.
As a senior engineer, you’ll play a key role in setting technical direction, mentoring team members, and collaborating with backend, data, and design partners to deliver performant, intuitive, and impactful user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop: Build and maintain robust in-house tools for data visualization, exploration, and user interaction with large-scale datasets.
• Architect Scalable UIs: Create and optimize reusable components, design systems, and front-end libraries that support rapid iteration and long-term maintainability.
• Performance and Reliability: Implement automated testing, performance tuning, and accessibility standards to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with backend engineers, data scientists, and product managers to integrate APIs, data pipelines, and ML-driven features into front-end experiences.
• Technical Leadership: Contribute to architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and advocate for best practices in code quality, design, and documentation.

Required Technical Skills

• Front-end Development: Advanced proficiency in React, TypeScript/JavaScript, and CSS (including modern CSS frameworks or CSS-in-JS).
• Web Frameworks: Experience with Next.js or comparable modern frameworks for high-performance, production-grade applications.
• Testing: Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD processes.

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Backend and Integration: Working knowledge of server-side technologies such as Java (Spring Framework), Python, or Node.js.
• DevOps and Infrastructure: Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and containerization workflows.
• Data Systems: Familiarity with event-driven architectures, streaming systems (e.g., Kafka, Pub/Sub), and real-time data visualization principles.
• Mobile Development: Experience with mobile application frameworks (e.g., iOS/Swift, Android) is a plus.

Qualifications

●    Strong foundation in modern front-end engineering principles, UX best practices, and performance optimization.
●    Proven track record of delivering reliable, maintainable, and scalable front-end solutions.
●    Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
●    Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning and technical excellence.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $124,000.00 - 180,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

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