Staff Software Engineer

Cision; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cision is seeking a Senior Software Developer to make impactful contributions in a collaborative environment. The role involves leading code reviews, mentoring engineers, and developing innovative solutions using an AI-first approach. Candidates should have extensive experience in C#, .NET, and modern development practices, contributing to project success and cross-team synergy.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Information Technology and solution delivery.
• Strong understanding of SSDLC and technology trends.
• Experience mentoring mid-level and junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own solutions that add value across systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders on product goals.
• Mentor and support junior engineers in technical skills.

Skills

C#

.NET 8+

SQL

Git

Unit Testing

RESTful web services

Messaging & queuing

Front-end framework (React)

Docker

Microservice Data Architecture

Microfrontend & Atomic Design

AI tools (like GH co-pilot)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Docker

Job description

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At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.

Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you.

You will have an AI-first approach to software development. You will collaborate closely with product, design, technology, and data science teams to build new application components and improve existing ones. You will take a lead role in reviewing code changes within your team and provide thoughtful feedback to drive quality and best practices. You will actively evaluate technologies for applications and make recommendations aligned with team and product needs. You’ll mentor engineers at various levels, sharing your knowledge of code maintainability, performance, security, and functionality. With a strong understanding of the tech stack and SSDLC, you’ll contribute significantly to project success and team productivity. You may serve as a subject matter expert (SME) within the engineering organization, providing insights to cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
• Develop and own solutions that add value across systems while balancing technical debt.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product owners, and other stakeholders to align on optimal solutions that meet product goals.
• Lead in fostering a Test First mentality and emphasize quality at the code level.
• Help translate complex product requirements into clear, actionable technical tasks.
• Stay informed about technology trends and product roadmaps, providing strategic guidance to the development team.
• Actively support cross-functional business processes, facilitating collaboration and communication.
• Work with other senior-level stakeholders to ensure adherence to best practices, cross-team synergy, and consistency in processes.
• Mentor and support mid-level and junior engineers as they progress in their technical skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, building strong relationships based on mutual respect and shared goals.

Experience you will have:
• AI tools such as GH co-pilot
• C#
• .NET 8+
• SQL
• Git
• Unit Testing
• RESTful web services
• Messaging & queuing
• Front-end framework such as React
• Docker
• Microservice Data Architecture
• Microfrontend & Atomic Design

Preferred Experience:
• MySQL
• Postgres
• Kubernetes
• GraphQL

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. in Computer related subject area or related business field and eight (8) or more year’s experience in Information Technology and solution delivery, or equivalent combination of education and experience in similar fields is required.