CNN is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and development of its cross-platform Analytics SDKs, which are crucial for collecting behavioral data across all digital platforms. This senior individual contributor role involves defining SDK architecture, establishing engineering standards, and collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality analytics collection. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SDK development and telemetry systems, with experience building shared libraries used across multiple applications. Proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript, Kotlin, Swift, or React Native is required, along with a strong understanding of event-driven architectures and reliable event delivery patterns. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and observability tooling is also preferred. This role offers the opportunity to shape how analytics engineering works at CNN, supporting award-winning journalism through robust data collection and analysis.
Lead the design and development of cross-platform Analytics SDKs for CNN’s digital footprint.
Build reusable client-side libraries to standardize analytics instrumentation across applications.
Collaborate with teams to implement reliable telemetry solutions supporting business initiatives.
Contribute to event schema evolution to enhance data quality and consistency.
Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, pairing sessions, and technical guidance.
Drive best practices for code quality, testing, documentation, and maintainability.
Troubleshoot complex production issues related to SDK integrations and client application behavior.
What we're looking for
8+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in SDK development and telemetry systems.
5+ years of experience building shared libraries or frameworks used across multiple applications or teams.
Strong expertise in TypeScript/JavaScript, Kotlin, Swift, or React Native for client-side development.
Experience designing stable APIs and reusable software abstractions for internal or external SDK consumers.
Deep understanding of event-driven architectures and reliable event delivery patterns.
Experience integrating with analytics systems, identity services, consent frameworks, and advertising technologies.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies, release workflows, and observability tooling.
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About Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company operating a broad portfolio of iconic content and brands including Warner Bros. film studio, HBO, CNN, Discovery Channel, and Max streaming service. Industry: Media & Entertainment
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