Associate Engineer at WebMD in Newark, NJ

Summary: WebMD Health Corp. is the leading provider of health information services, and they are seeking an enthusiastic Associate Software Engineer. The role involves developing responsive web applications and collaborating with various teams to contribute to consumer-focused healthcare products. Responsibilities: - Develop responsive, multi-screen enterprise web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular) - Build and consume RESTful APIs using Node.js/Express or Python - Collaborate with Product Management to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions - Participate in development activities including coding, testing, documentation, code reviews, and maintenance - Contribute to global architectural discussions and engineering initiatives - Enforce and promote best practices, coding standards, and accessibility guidelines - Work within Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban - Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for performance and scalability Required Qualifications: - 0-2 years of experience - B.E. Computer Science/IT degree (or any other engineering discipline) - 1+ years of experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS in production web applications - Experience building and consuming REST APIs using Express/Node.js or Python - Hands-on experience with Vue.js or another modern front-end framework (React, Angular) - Ability to develop responsive, pixel-perfect layouts across desktop, tablet, and mobile - Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git - Strong understanding of software development, debugging, and deployment tools - Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, CI/CD) - Understanding of challenges associated with large-scale public web applications - Experience building Node.js REST APIs with Express Preferred Qualifications: - SOLR / Lucene query experience - Experience building CommonJS/AMD modules (RequireJS or similar) - Exposure to cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, or containerization Required Skills: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST APIs, Node.js, Express, Python, Vue.js, React, Angular, Responsive Web Design, Git, Software Development, Debugging, Deployment Tools, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Kanban Benefits: Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage), Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days), 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable)