Full-Stack Web Developer

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, maintainable, production-ready code that can serve millions of curious users across the world.
• Work on a diverse range of projects, including front-end components, API design, new product features, brand partnership campaigns, and content projects.
• Collaborate across the entire company, learn about the needs of our users, and improve the product.
• Help shape technical and product decisions that will help our company grow including thoughtful build vs. buy decisions that balance speed and scale.
• Contribute to improving workflows and performance to help our small team move faster.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• At least 2-4 years experience in professional web development.
• At least 2 years experience working with an MVC app framework in production (Rails a plus).
• Experience building components with a JS framework (Stimulus, Vue, React, or similar).
• Experience working with designers and within an established design system to implement and maintain a consistent and delightful front-end.
• Some familiarity with coding assistants (e.g. Copilot, Cursor, etc).
• Familiarity with the development lifecycle: from the initial git commit to deployment on production to iterative improvements.
• Excellent communication skills with your fellow engineers and non-technical colleagues.
• The ability to solve complex problems, and the wisdom to know when simple solutions may be best.
• The desire to keep learning, because its useful and because its fun.
• A passion for Atlas Obscuras mission of discovery and wonder.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS and basic dev-ops.
• Experience working on native applications.
  
  

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the technical foundation of a platform in growth mode.
• A culture that values curiosity, quality and the craft of building delightful user experiences.
• Chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to celebrating the world's hidden wonders
• Flexible work arrangements
• A collaborative culture that values curiosity, creativity, and exploration
• Competitive salary of $115,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
  
  

Atlas Obscura is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Location

This role is based in our New York City headquarters and requires in-office work two days per week as part of our hybrid schedule.

Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter here:

https://atlasobscura.applytojob.com/apply/N7GUS3MQF3/FullStack-Web-Developer