Software Engineer, Video Platforms

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!,

SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct‑to‑consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry‑changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward‑looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever‑evolving world.

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will contribute to the design and development of scalable, secure, and user‑centric applications that power Versant’s next‑generation platforms. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in startup‑like environments, is eager to learn, and is passionate about using SaaS and low‑code/no‑code platforms to deliver value quickly.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver full‑stack solutions that solve real business problems.
• Implement scalable, fault‑tolerant microservices and modern front‑end applications.
• Use SaaS and low‑code/no‑code platforms where appropriate to accelerate delivery.
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and team knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Write secure, performant, and maintainable code.
• Work closely with product and architecture teams to ensure alignment in technical direction and business priorities.

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong knowledge of backend development in languages such as Java, Node.js, Python, or Go.
• Skilled in modern JavaScript/Type Script, HTML/CSS, and frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular.
• Develop scalable and high‑performing microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines (Git Hub Actions, Jenkins or similar).
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex issues in distributed environments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team.

• Exposure to GenAI tools, SaaS platforms, and low‑code/no‑code tools.
• Familiarity with serverless technologies and event‑driven architecture.
• Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code tooling (e.g. Terraform, Cloud Formation).
• Working knowledge of monitoring stacks like Datadog, Prometheus, or ELK.
• Experience modernizing legacy systems or integrating with enterprise platforms.
• Awareness of Dev Ops practices and infrastructure‑as‑code. Background in media, entertainment business domain is a plus.

Be part of a founding team shaping the future of a new tech company. Work on high‑impact projects with direct visibility to senior leadership. Grow your skills through mentorship, collaboration, and challenging technical work. Enjoy a culture that values innovation, speed, and purpose‑driven engineering.

Fully Remote:
This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non‑Versant worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Salary range: $105,000 - $140,000. We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide…