Director, Full Stack Developer Lead
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Summary
About the Role
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
- 10+ years of software/UI development experience.
- 6+ years of full-stack development experience with a proven track record of leading development teams.
- Expert proficiency with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern front-end tooling.
- Strong experience with Node.js, Express, or similar server-side frameworks.
- Extensive experience in building and integrating RESTful APIs.
- Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Proficient in working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
- Deep understanding of CI/CD principles and version control systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
- Experience in the media or adTech industry.
- Experience building UI for conversational platforms leveraging ChatGPT/Claude/Gemini APIs.
- Experience with AI frameworks.
- Familiarity with GraphQL or WebSockets.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Background in building internal developer tools or player-facing dashboards.
- Exposure to internationalization (i18n) and accessibility best practices.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus.
- Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO).
- Mental health and wellness resources.
- Pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance.
- Fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.
Horizon Media is a leader in driving business-based outcomes for marketers. The company was founded in 1989, is headquartered in New York, and has offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. With estimated billings of $8.7 billion and over 2,300 employees, Horizon is the third largest U.S. media agency according to COMvergence data. Recognized as one of the world’s ten most innovative marketing and advertising companies by Fast Company, Horizon Media has been named Media Agency of the Year by MediaPost, Adweek and AdAge and is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its culture, Horizon is also consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, Forbes, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal; including “Best Workplaces for Diversity,” “Best Workplaces for Women,” and “Best Workplaces for Millennials” honors. Bill Koenigsberg, President, CEO and Founder of Horizon Media, has earned almost every industry accolade and, in 2019, garnered the marketing’s highest honor when he was inducted into the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Hall of Fame. TOGETHER WE'RE BUILDING A PLACE OF BELONGING At Horizon, diversity, equity and inclusion are pillars of our culture. Numerous studies show that a more diverse workplace benefits everyone in so many ways; employees, organizations and their clients. When people feel that they belong and are included, they become committed and feel empowered to be more innovative. And that is the workforce we strive to have. We welcome everyone and do not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. We want you to feel welcomed, safe and know that you’re a vital member of our community. For more information, visit: www.horizonmedia.com or www.horizonmedia.com/careers.