Editorial Developer (Front-End)

Responsibilities

• Lead projects with reporters, designers, and data teams to create engaging digital and interactive stories
• Develop complex interactive applications and data-driven visual presentations from concept to delivery
• Pitch data and visual stories in editorial forums to shape compelling digital news stories
• Build interactive elements such as charts, maps, infographics, and visualisations using internal systems and external APIs
• Integrate, test, and debug front-end functionality with applications and databases
• Collaborate with designers and journalists to produce visuals for both breaking news and longform journalism
• Mentor and train teams in data visualisation and digital storytelling best practices

Requirements

• Advanced skills in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Experience building and launching accessible, cross-platform web applications
• Experience with JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as Svelte, React, Node, or D3
• Strong knowledge of asynchronous JavaScript using JSON, CSVs, databases, and APIs
• Proven ability to create high-quality data visualisations, interactive maps, and 3D models
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical methods or tools like R
• Proficiency in Python, Three.js, Blender, QGIS, Figma, or Illustrator
• Ability to recommend effective approaches for content research, distribution, and accessibility

Benefits

• Base salary of $117k–$128k plus 15.4% ABC nominated super
• Paid parental, carer's, and supporting partner leave
• Salary packaging options
• ABC Mentoring programs

About the Company

ABC News is Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation, providing quality journalism, powerful investigations, and outstanding production. We offer a collaborative and supportive workplace with opportunities for career development across regional and metropolitan Australia.