Software Engineer

 

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. 

 

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software components that support Cision’s global SaaS platform. This role contributes to the full software development lifecycle and collaborates cross-functionally with teams across regions. The position requires solid technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to deliver in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

What You'll Do 

• Build high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and daily stand-up
• Contribute to system and application architecture discussions, ensuring scalable and maintainable design patterns
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and QA to deliver new features
• Develop APIs and services with security, performance, and reliability in mind
• Conduct peer code reviews and contribute to shared coding standards
• Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing
• Support deployment and operational monitoring of applications
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
• As other duties are assigned

What You'll Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of experience as a software developer/engineer in a SaaS or cloud-native environment
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with Git, CI/CD tools, and Agile software development
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in globally distributed teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with microservices architecture and API development
• Exposure to containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and performance optimization
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks (React, Angular) is a plus
• Experience working in a private equity-backed or fast-growth SaaS company

Working Conditions

• Global, distributed team environment with flexibility for remote work
• May require occasional off-hours collaboration across time zones
• Fast-paced setting with continuous delivery practices

As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results. PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and its Brandwatch and Falcon.io social media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award-winning solutions, including its next-gen Cision Communications Cloud®, visit www.cision.com and follow @Cision on Twitter.

 

Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long-term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge and named a “Top Diversity Employer” for 2021 by DiversityJobs.com.

 

Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

 

Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr.support@cision.com

 

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