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Company Description

Publicis Media Exchange (PMX) is the global media platform for Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40]. PMX is an omnichannel activation powerhouse that drives smart application of investment through leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, deeper partnerships and knowledge. PMX is at the forefront of the converging marketplace building data-informed, tech-enabled media to help marketers connect with consumers in a measurable way.

Overview

Software Engineers within Publicis Media concentrate on the development, implementation, and ongoing innovation of world-class leading engineering products, business analytics, and next-generation technologies. The Lead Software Engineer we seek to join our team will be on point for web application design, development, implementation, and ongoing support. Your ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, including enhancements and new project development, will be critical to successfully delivering end products. The design and development of these applications require a collaborative spirit to partner with the broader engineering team while partnering on different infrastructure layers.

Responsibilities

• Translating application storyboards and use cases into functional applications
• The design, build, and maintenance of efficient, reusable, and reliable C# code
• Integration with 3rd party APIs for data consumption
• Integration with data storage solutions such as SQL Server
• Ensuring the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Identifying bottlenecks and bugs, devising solutions to mitigate and address these issues
• Integration of the front-end and back-end aspects of the web application
• Collaboration with other team members and stakeholders

Qualifications

• A self-starting sense of urgency with an eye to commitment of quality and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating visually appealing interfaces that enhance the user experience.
• Strength in ASP.Net MVC, C#, .NET Core
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, Node, React, and Vue.js
• Knowledge and understanding of JS frameworks
• Knowledge of Entity Framework, OWIN, IoC, and WebAPI
• Strong knowledge of writing and consuming REST APIs
• Strong knowledge of relational databases such as MS SQL Server, MySQL, or Postgres
• Good knowledge of MVC and MVVM patterns
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred
• 5-7 years of development experience

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive.  Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K,  as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range: $110,580 - $173,995 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/2/2025

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 Compensation Range: USD $ - . This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 4/5/2025.Employment Type: OTHER