Full Stack Developer, Publishing & Journalism
This is a rare opportunity to apply high-level engineering skills to the field of independent journalism at one of the world's most respected news organizations. You will build the very tools that define the future of digital storytelling while working in a highly collaborative, open-source-friendly environment. The role is perfect for a developer who wants their work to have a tangible social impact while mastering a sophisticated tech stack.
Guardian News and Media
London, England, United Kingdom · Posted 1 May 2026
The role
Overview
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About Guardian News and Media
Guardian News and Media is a large employer working in publishing and journalism, based in London, England, United Kingdom.
Publishing and Journalism
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London, England, United Kingdom
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain frontend and backend components for publishing systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to iterate on new features rapidly
- Engage in pair programming and peer code reviews to maintain high standards
- Contribute to product design and technical roadmap discussions
- Build services for global content distribution and monetization
Essential
- Proficiency in full-stack web development across frontend and backend systems
- Solid backend engineering experience in a modern programming language
- Willingness to learn and work with Scala and TypeScript
- Ability to participate in product-level decision making beyond technical implementation
- Commitment to collaborative development practices like pair programming
Preferred
- Prior experience with Scala or functional programming concepts
- Familiarity with TypeScript and modern JavaScript ecosystems
- Experience contributing to or managing open-source projects
- Interest in the intersection of journalism and emerging technologies like AI
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Hybrid working model (1 day in office, 4 days remote)
- Opportunities for internal team rotations and skill diversification
- Support for attending and presenting at industry conferences
- Participation in open-source community projects
- Inclusive and diverse global work culture
- Professional development and training programs
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