Senior Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
Full Time
#Product
#Engineering
#Ruby on Rails
#Architecture
#Software Development
#Database
#Problem Solving
#Analytical Skills
#Software Engineering
#Collaboration
Are you ready to shape the digital landscape alongside a powerhouse media company? BDG Media is the force behind iconic brands like Bustle, Nylon, W, and The Zoe Report, reaching over 223 million readers globally. We are a technology-driven organization that prides itself on an engineering A-Team that takes full ownership of the software we build. From our multi-tenant content management systems to our internal enterprise resource planning platforms, we innovate to scale our business and support our diverse editorial staff. We invite you to join us as we continue to push the boundaries of media and technology.
What you bring
We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join our team on a full-time, hybrid basis in the United States. You will play a pivotal role in architecting and building our internal enterprise software, which is essential to our operational efficiency and revenue growth. Your daily contributions will focus on the following areas:
- Leading the architecture and development of our primary Ruby on Rails-based internal systems.
- Managing the full product lifecycle, from initial concept and ideation through to deployment and continuous improvement.
- Partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders in sales, ad ops, marketing, and planning to ensure our software solutions directly support our financial and operational goals.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you should possess at least five years of professional software engineering experience with a deep technical focus on Ruby on Rails. We value candidates who have a proven track record of building and scaling complex applications while maintaining robust, efficient database schemas. You should be an analytical thinker who excels at problem-solving and understands how to make strategic technical decisions that align with broader business objectives. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will need to translate complex stakeholder requirements into intuitive, user-friendly, and maintainable software solutions. A commitment to industry best practices and a collaborative spirit are the hallmarks of the ideal candidate for this position.
What we offer
We believe in fostering a balanced work environment that supports both your professional growth and your personal well-being. As part of our commitment to our team, we provide the following benefit:
- Hybrid work arrangements to provide flexibility and support a healthy work-life balance.
How to Apply
If you are a forward-thinking engineer who is passionate about building high-impact enterprise software, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to join our team and help us drive the future of digital media at BDG.






