Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description The MS NOW Social Video Producer/Editor will conceive, write, produce, and edit content created for TikTok, YouTube, and other digital platforms. The job requires expert editing skills and a proven record in writing social scripts. Someone who can gather sound and build sharp graphics to construct compelling political storytelling. A creative, independent producer who has new ideas daily and thrives on making video content stand out and get noticed. PLEASE NOTE: position hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2pm-10pm and Saturday 10am-6pm. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Responsibilities: Write, edit, produce two (or more) vertical videos daily. Work with primes show teams to transform a compelling segment into viral social video. Work with prime anchors, contributors, reporters on original video. React fast to breaking news, turning videos that beat our competitors and lead the news cycle. Generate daily and long-term original video pitches responsive to the political news cycle. Work with senior leaders to develop new social franchises. Identify moments from linear to rapidly share on social media. React fast to breaking news turning videos for all platforms. Produce graphics and carousels and thumbnails for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Produce YouTube livestreams from start to finish. Write compelling headlines and scripts. Innovate with new ideas to grow the audience and MS NOW brand. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of social media editing, producing, writing. Adobe Premiere expert who can shoot and edit quickly when speed is the priority. Proven experience editing and producing original digital video. Strong scriptwriting skills, with the ability to shape stories for digital video audiences. Strong editorial judgment and commitment to accuracy and nuance. Deep expertise in U.S. politics. Ability to manage multiple original projects simultaneously. Understanding of YouTube livestream technology. Strong knowledge of all social media platforms and their audiences. Skilled in using native editing tools across social platforms. Experience with Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Canva. Comply with the Standards and Practices of MS NOW. Desired Qualifications: Ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments. Work well both independently (must be a self-starter) and collaboratively as part of an integrated team. Strong follow-through and attention to detail. Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines. Understanding of digital gear (camera operations, microphones). Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news and special projects. This position has been designated as hybrid, in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly. 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. Salary Range: $93,000 - $110,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
09/22/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description The MS NOW Social Video Producer/Editor will conceive, write, produce, and edit content created for TikTok, YouTube, and other digital platforms. The job requires expert editing skills and a proven record in writing social scripts. Someone who can gather sound and build sharp graphics to construct compelling political storytelling. A creative, independent producer who has new ideas daily and thrives on making video content stand out and get noticed. PLEASE NOTE: position hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2pm-10pm and Saturday 10am-6pm. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Responsibilities: Write, edit, produce two (or more) vertical videos daily. Work with primes show teams to transform a compelling segment into viral social video. Work with prime anchors, contributors, reporters on original video. React fast to breaking news, turning videos that beat our competitors and lead the news cycle. Generate daily and long-term original video pitches responsive to the political news cycle. Work with senior leaders to develop new social franchises. Identify moments from linear to rapidly share on social media. React fast to breaking news turning videos for all platforms. Produce graphics and carousels and thumbnails for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Produce YouTube livestreams from start to finish. Write compelling headlines and scripts. Innovate with new ideas to grow the audience and MS NOW brand. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of social media editing, producing, writing. Adobe Premiere expert who can shoot and edit quickly when speed is the priority. Proven experience editing and producing original digital video. Strong scriptwriting skills, with the ability to shape stories for digital video audiences. Strong editorial judgment and commitment to accuracy and nuance. Deep expertise in U.S. politics. Ability to manage multiple original projects simultaneously. Understanding of YouTube livestream technology. Strong knowledge of all social media platforms and their audiences. Skilled in using native editing tools across social platforms. Experience with Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Canva. Comply with the Standards and Practices of MS NOW. Desired Qualifications: Ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments. Work well both independently (must be a self-starter) and collaboratively as part of an integrated team. Strong follow-through and attention to detail. Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines. Understanding of digital gear (camera operations, microphones). Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news and special projects. This position has been designated as hybrid, in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly. 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. Salary Range: $93,000 - $110,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description The Social Video Coordinating Producer/Editor will lead MS NOW's digital video operation on weekends and be a key producer and editor during the weekdays. You are an expert editor with strong news judgment. You provide the editorial oversight needed to keep production running smoothly across all channels, including TikTok, YouTube, site,and app. You'll collaborate directly with weekend show teams to produce and edit original video content with talent, while overseeing the editorial approval and distribution within the team. You excel at managing multiple stories and deadlines in a high-velocity, breaking news environment. PLEASE NOTE - the hours for this job are Wednesday-Sunday 9am-5pm. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Responsibilities: Oversee weekend editorial direction across all aspects of social content production, from ideation to final post. Serve as the central coordinator for digital producers attached to weekend shows maintaining organization across all shows, establishing clear workflows, and ensuring a steady pipeline of original videos and broadcast clips. Edit, produce, and script original video content. Launch and assign videos to team producers, giving final editorial sign-off before posting. Deliver clear and constructive notes on scripts, edits, and post-production cuts. Approve captions, banners, and graphics before posting. Monitor linear broadcast in real time, identify compelling, newsworthy moments and directing producers on rapid turnaround content. Ideate and execute new formats to grow the MS NOW brand. Collaborate on special rollouts, live events, and high-profile launches with marketing, direct-to-consumer, PR, and promotions teams. Ensure all content meets editorial standards with Standards and Legal. Qualifications 7 years of experience producing, writing, and editing news content. Proven editorial leader with a track record of managing and mentoring producers in a fast-paced, breaking news environment. Expert video editor in Adobe Premiere. Extensive experience producing and optimizing content for YouTube, including best practices for headlines, thumbnails, descriptions, and audience development. Hands-on experience shooting video and producing in creative, visually compelling ways. Knowledge of digital gear, camera operations, and microphones. Deep knowledge of news, politics, and the evolving social media landscape. Desired Qualifications: Strong understanding of content strategy across digital, social, streaming, and livestreaming platforms, with a proven ability to grow a brand's social presence. Experience coordinating across multiple shows and teams, with the ability to build and maintain organized workflows that keep content pipelines moving efficiently. Demonstrated success collaborating with anchors, reporters, contributors, and talent on video packages and original social content. Exceptional editorial judgment with the ability to identify the strongest moments from air and translate them into high-performing social content. Decisive, and highly organized under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines without sacrificing quality or editorial standards. Strong communicator and collaborator. Additional Requirements: Must work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news and special projects. This position has been designated as a hybrid, three days in the office a 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. Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
09/20/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description The Social Video Coordinating Producer/Editor will lead MS NOW's digital video operation on weekends and be a key producer and editor during the weekdays. You are an expert editor with strong news judgment. You provide the editorial oversight needed to keep production running smoothly across all channels, including TikTok, YouTube, site,and app. You'll collaborate directly with weekend show teams to produce and edit original video content with talent, while overseeing the editorial approval and distribution within the team. You excel at managing multiple stories and deadlines in a high-velocity, breaking news environment. PLEASE NOTE - the hours for this job are Wednesday-Sunday 9am-5pm. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East. Responsibilities: Oversee weekend editorial direction across all aspects of social content production, from ideation to final post. Serve as the central coordinator for digital producers attached to weekend shows maintaining organization across all shows, establishing clear workflows, and ensuring a steady pipeline of original videos and broadcast clips. Edit, produce, and script original video content. Launch and assign videos to team producers, giving final editorial sign-off before posting. Deliver clear and constructive notes on scripts, edits, and post-production cuts. Approve captions, banners, and graphics before posting. Monitor linear broadcast in real time, identify compelling, newsworthy moments and directing producers on rapid turnaround content. Ideate and execute new formats to grow the MS NOW brand. Collaborate on special rollouts, live events, and high-profile launches with marketing, direct-to-consumer, PR, and promotions teams. Ensure all content meets editorial standards with Standards and Legal. Qualifications 7 years of experience producing, writing, and editing news content. Proven editorial leader with a track record of managing and mentoring producers in a fast-paced, breaking news environment. Expert video editor in Adobe Premiere. Extensive experience producing and optimizing content for YouTube, including best practices for headlines, thumbnails, descriptions, and audience development. Hands-on experience shooting video and producing in creative, visually compelling ways. Knowledge of digital gear, camera operations, and microphones. Deep knowledge of news, politics, and the evolving social media landscape. Desired Qualifications: Strong understanding of content strategy across digital, social, streaming, and livestreaming platforms, with a proven ability to grow a brand's social presence. Experience coordinating across multiple shows and teams, with the ability to build and maintain organized workflows that keep content pipelines moving efficiently. Demonstrated success collaborating with anchors, reporters, contributors, and talent on video packages and original social content. Exceptional editorial judgment with the ability to identify the strongest moments from air and translate them into high-performing social content. Decisive, and highly organized under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines without sacrificing quality or editorial standards. Strong communicator and collaborator. Additional Requirements: Must work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news and special projects. This position has been designated as a hybrid, three days in the office a 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. Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead, Core HR Systems to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's core HR ecosystem, centered on Workday. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering SaaS and custom solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Time, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure HR & Payroll solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Core HR & Payroll platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SaaS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SaaS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for Core HR & Payroll initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Serve a critical role as the Development Lead for Versant's planned transformation of their key HR & Payroll Systems Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure HR & Payroll solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for HR and Payroll engineering within cross-functional Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years leading medium to large engineering delivery teams (both on and offshore) 4+ Year of in-depth experience was a Workday developer with at least one full implementation cycle of Workday HMC while serving in a senior lead developer capacity Strong hands-on experience with Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, and Workday APIs leveraging modern authentication protocols Experience architecting, developing, and deploying custom solutions with the Workday Extend and/or the Workday Build Ecosystem Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines into Workday Prism for advanced analytics, reporting, and integrations. Experience with Workday Job Scheduling tools and managing a large array of integrations Experience configuring Workday's portal self-service experience including role-based landing pages, worklets, announcements, quick actions, and business processes. Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SaaS platforms. Strong experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions, especially with integrating HR Data and Benefits Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions with SAP & SuccessFactors Experience with API Management solutions (MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong) and applying an API first methodology to integration Familiarity with good UI/UX design principles as well as industry accessibility standards (WCAG) Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience building custom web applications with React/JAVA Familiarity with Workday Canvas Kit Interest in modernizing custom and SaaS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information Location: New York City, NY or Englewood Cliffs, NJ - (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Employees based in our Englewood Cliffs office have access to a variety of convenient on-site services and amenities, including free employee parking, complimentary electric vehicle charging stations, an on-site fitness center with locker rooms and towel service, and dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up. To support an easier commute, shuttle service is also available to and from the Englewood Cliffs campus, with pickup locations across Manhattan's East Side and West Side, Brooklyn, Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and Secaucus. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT . click apply for full job details
09/20/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead, Core HR Systems to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's core HR ecosystem, centered on Workday. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering SaaS and custom solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Time, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure HR & Payroll solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Core HR & Payroll platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SaaS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SaaS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for Core HR & Payroll initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Serve a critical role as the Development Lead for Versant's planned transformation of their key HR & Payroll Systems Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure HR & Payroll solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for HR and Payroll engineering within cross-functional Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years leading medium to large engineering delivery teams (both on and offshore) 4+ Year of in-depth experience was a Workday developer with at least one full implementation cycle of Workday HMC while serving in a senior lead developer capacity Strong hands-on experience with Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, and Workday APIs leveraging modern authentication protocols Experience architecting, developing, and deploying custom solutions with the Workday Extend and/or the Workday Build Ecosystem Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines into Workday Prism for advanced analytics, reporting, and integrations. Experience with Workday Job Scheduling tools and managing a large array of integrations Experience configuring Workday's portal self-service experience including role-based landing pages, worklets, announcements, quick actions, and business processes. Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SaaS platforms. Strong experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions, especially with integrating HR Data and Benefits Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions with SAP & SuccessFactors Experience with API Management solutions (MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong) and applying an API first methodology to integration Familiarity with good UI/UX design principles as well as industry accessibility standards (WCAG) Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience building custom web applications with React/JAVA Familiarity with Workday Canvas Kit Interest in modernizing custom and SaaS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information Location: New York City, NY or Englewood Cliffs, NJ - (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Employees based in our Englewood Cliffs office have access to a variety of convenient on-site services and amenities, including free employee parking, complimentary electric vehicle charging stations, an on-site fitness center with locker rooms and towel service, and dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up. To support an easier commute, shuttle service is also available to and from the Englewood Cliffs campus, with pickup locations across Manhattan's East Side and West Side, Brooklyn, Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and Secaucus. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT . click apply for full job details
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead, Core HR Systems to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's core HR ecosystem, centered on Workday. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering SaaS and custom solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Time, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure HR & Payroll solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Core HR & Payroll platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SaaS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SaaS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for Core HR & Payroll initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Serve a critical role as the Development Lead for Versant's planned transformation of their key HR & Payroll Systems Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure HR & Payroll solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for HR and Payroll engineering within cross-functional Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years leading medium to large engineering delivery teams (both on and offshore) 4+ Year of in-depth experience was a Workday developer with at least one full implementation cycle of Workday HMC while serving in a senior lead developer capacity Strong hands-on experience with Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, and Workday APIs leveraging modern authentication protocols Experience architecting, developing, and deploying custom solutions with the Workday Extend and/or the Workday Build Ecosystem Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines into Workday Prism for advanced analytics, reporting, and integrations. Experience with Workday Job Scheduling tools and managing a large array of integrations Experience configuring Workday's portal self-service experience including role-based landing pages, worklets, announcements, quick actions, and business processes. Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SaaS platforms. Strong experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions, especially with integrating HR Data and Benefits Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions with SAP & SuccessFactors Experience with API Management solutions (MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong) and applying an API first methodology to integration Familiarity with good UI/UX design principles as well as industry accessibility standards (WCAG) Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience building custom web applications with React/JAVA Familiarity with Workday Canvas Kit Interest in modernizing custom and SaaS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information Location: New York City, NY or Englewood Cliffs, NJ - (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Employees based in our Englewood Cliffs office have access to a variety of convenient on-site services and amenities, including free employee parking, complimentary electric vehicle charging stations, an on-site fitness center with locker rooms and towel service, and dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up. To support an easier commute, shuttle service is also available to and from the Englewood Cliffs campus, with pickup locations across Manhattan's East Side and West Side, Brooklyn, Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and Secaucus. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT . click apply for full job details
09/20/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead, Core HR Systems to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's core HR ecosystem, centered on Workday. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering SaaS and custom solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Time, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure HR & Payroll solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Core HR & Payroll platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SaaS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SaaS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for Core HR & Payroll initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Serve a critical role as the Development Lead for Versant's planned transformation of their key HR & Payroll Systems Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure HR & Payroll solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for HR and Payroll engineering within cross-functional Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years leading medium to large engineering delivery teams (both on and offshore) 4+ Year of in-depth experience was a Workday developer with at least one full implementation cycle of Workday HMC while serving in a senior lead developer capacity Strong hands-on experience with Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, and Workday APIs leveraging modern authentication protocols Experience architecting, developing, and deploying custom solutions with the Workday Extend and/or the Workday Build Ecosystem Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines into Workday Prism for advanced analytics, reporting, and integrations. Experience with Workday Job Scheduling tools and managing a large array of integrations Experience configuring Workday's portal self-service experience including role-based landing pages, worklets, announcements, quick actions, and business processes. Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SaaS platforms. Strong experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions, especially with integrating HR Data and Benefits Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering HR & Payroll solutions with SAP & SuccessFactors Experience with API Management solutions (MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong) and applying an API first methodology to integration Familiarity with good UI/UX design principles as well as industry accessibility standards (WCAG) Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience building custom web applications with React/JAVA Familiarity with Workday Canvas Kit Interest in modernizing custom and SaaS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information Location: New York City, NY or Englewood Cliffs, NJ - (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Employees based in our Englewood Cliffs office have access to a variety of convenient on-site services and amenities, including free employee parking, complimentary electric vehicle charging stations, an on-site fitness center with locker rooms and towel service, and dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up. To support an easier commute, shuttle service is also available to and from the Englewood Cliffs campus, with pickup locations across Manhattan's East Side and West Side, Brooklyn, Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and Secaucus. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT . click apply for full job details
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's Time and Workforce Management ecosystem. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering custom, SAAS, and PAAS based solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Time, Payroll, HR, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure Time and Workforce Management solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Time & Workforce Management platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SAAS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SAAS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for custom time and workforce mgmt. initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, CI/CD pipelines, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure Time and Workforce solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for Time and Workforce Management engineering within cross-functional forums Qualifications Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years leading medium to large full-stack engineering delivery teams(both on and offshore) Strong hands-on experience with full-stack architecture and development practices Proficiency in .NET, C#, SQL Server, modern JavaScript frameworks, APIs, JSON, integrations, data modeling, secure coding practices Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, Azure AD, JWT). Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SAAS platforms. Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering time and workforce management solutions Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience with React & Node.JS Experience with Marketing Cloud Engagement or Data Cloud/CDP implementations Interest in modernizing custom and SAAS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
09/20/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Company Description VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Job Description Versant is seeking a Technical Lead to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant's Time and Workforce Management ecosystem. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant's workforce with delivering custom, SAAS, and PAAS based solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Time, Payroll, HR, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure Time and Workforce Management solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Time & Workforce Management platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SAAS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SAAS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for custom time and workforce mgmt. initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, CI/CD pipelines, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure Time and Workforce solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for Time and Workforce Management engineering within cross-functional forums Qualifications Qualifications Basic Requirements 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years leading medium to large full-stack engineering delivery teams(both on and offshore) Strong hands-on experience with full-stack architecture and development practices Proficiency in .NET, C#, SQL Server, modern JavaScript frameworks, APIs, JSON, integrations, data modeling, secure coding practices Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, Azure AD, JWT). Proven experience delivering complex enterprise applications implementations with multiple integrations to multiple SAAS platforms. Experience leading agile teams and working within CI/CD and DevOps delivery models Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Desired Characteristics Experience in media, entertainment, or consumer-facing digital businesses Experience delivering time and workforce management solutions Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, Salesforce, AWS, GCP) Experience with React & Node.JS Experience with Marketing Cloud Engagement or Data Cloud/CDP implementations Interest in modernizing custom and SAAS platforms and improving developer productivity Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 . VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.