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iHeartMedia Scala Software Engineer in Albany, New York
iHeartRadio
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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America , reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:
More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
We’re the largest podcast publisher , with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers , who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio , from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.
Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!
If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Scala Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our software systems, ensuring they are scalable, robust, and high-performing. If you are passionate about functional programming, enjoy solving complex problems, and are excited about working in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
Design, develop, and maintain software applications using Scala.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Write clean, scalable, and efficient code.
Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and share best practices.
Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions.
Participate in the entire application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging.
Integrate software components and third-party programs.
Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our applications remain current and competitive.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and methodologies.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Proven experience as a Scala Developer or in a similar role.
Strong understanding of functional programming principles.
Experience with Scala frameworks and libraries such as Akka, Play, Cats or ZIO.
Familiarity with concurrent and distributed systems.
Proficient in SQL and experience with relational databases.
Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Passion for technology and a desire to learn and grow within the role.
What You'll Bring:
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
Experience with various technical disciplines and applications
Close attention to detail, following up until issues are resolved
Ability to multitask on a variety of critical projects
Ability to work independently, while also collaborating with others
Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate moderately complex technical information within the team
Skills to recognize and solve frequently occurring problems
Analytical thinking
Resourcefulness and independent judgement
Compensation:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.
$124,000 - $155,000
Location:
VIRTUAL, NY
Position Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Type:
Salaried
Benefits:
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:
Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) to learn about E-Verify.
iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month – we specialize in radio, digital, social, podcasts, influencers, data, and events across the nation and provide premier opportunities for advertisers.
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