Job Description

Versant Media is seeking a Front-end Developer to help build intuitive interfaces that enable production teams to create, manage, and deploy graphics using industry-standard engines like Viz Engine and Unreal Engine. As part of the Creative Operations department, this individual will support the tools and systems that drive real-time graphics in our production workflows.

As a Front-end Developer, you will work closely with graphics and production teams to develop GUI applications that streamline the creation and playback of real-time graphics. These tools are critical to supporting content creators in fast-paced environments such as newsrooms and live show production. You’ll collaborate with engineers and designers to build scalable, user-friendly interfaces that integrate with backend services and graphics engines.

Key Responsibilities

· Design and develop web-based GUIs for building and controlling real-time graphics.

· Collaborate with graphics teams using Viz Engine and Unreal Engine to understand workflows and optimize tool functionality.

· Integrate with backend services and APIs to support dynamic data-driven graphics.

· Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, prototyping, development, QA, and production support.

· Work with production teams to ensure tools meet the needs of live content creation and playback.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

· Experience in fullstack web development: React, Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML/CSS

· Familiarity with IDEs: VSCode, JetBrains Rider

· Knowledge of API protocols: gRPC, REST, Websockets

· Scripting experience: Go, Bash, Python

· Proficiency with source control and peer coding: GitHub

· Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies

· Comfortable working in Mac/Linux environments

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with AI libraries and models: Google Gemini / Vertex

· Agile project development experience: Jira

· Database knowledge: MongoDB, Redis

· Exposure to backend/server-side technologies: C#, Java, C++

· Familiarity with CI/CD tools: Kubernetes, Docker, Rancher, Argo CD

· Experience with real-time graphics technologies: Viz Engine, Unreal Engine

· Background in newsroom or live show production environments: Avid iNEWS

Additional Information

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary: $130,000 - $160,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.