Software Engineer
Cision
Job Description
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. Empower your impact at Cision.
Be seen, be understood, be you. Job Summary 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Build high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and daily stand-ups 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 Minimum Qualifications 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 (., 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 (., 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