Software Engineer, Web Fullstack
Quick answer
The Economist Group is hiring a mid-level Software Engineer, Web Fullstack for a hybrid role in London, with a focus on building and maintaining web applications and contributing to system design discussions.
- Role
- Software Engineer, Web Fullstack
- Organization
- The Economist Group
- Location
- London - Commercial
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The role involves building and maintaining web applications across frontend and backend systems, contributing to system design discussions, and working with cloud services to deploy and operate applications.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain web applications across frontend and backend systems
- Develop responsive and accessible user interfaces using modern frameworks such as React
- Implement backend services and APIs to support product functionality
- Contribute to system design discussions and technical decisions within the team
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
- Monitor and improve application performance and reliability
What it takes
- Experience in web development across frontend and backend
- Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript
- Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React)
- Experience building APIs and working with backend technologies (e.g. Node.js or similar)
- Understanding of web fundamentals, including performance and accessibility
- Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g. AWS) and modern development practices
What you'll bring
How we treat you
A highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program. Also, a range of lifestyle benefits, including Work From Anywhere program, generous annual and parental leave, and dedicated days off for volunteering and moving home. Free access to all The Economist content.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in London, with a hybrid working pattern required.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in web development, familiarity with modern frontend frameworks, and experience building APIs and working with backend technologies.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by following the 'Apply now' link on the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Economist Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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