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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Technology Reporter, Ars Technica - **Company:** Conde Nast Inc - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,000.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, Desktop Computing, Linux, Microprocessors, Hard Disk Drives, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Screenshots, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Mobile Os, Tablet Computers, Computer Equipment, Free and Open-Source Software, Laptops - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://condenast.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CondeCareers/job/1-World-Trade-Center-New-York-NY/Senior-Technology-Reporter--Ars-Technica_R-24331-2 ## About the Role The Senior Technology Reporter will work with the Ars Technica team to produce daily content, including informed news and analysis, in the consumer technology field. The candidate should be comfortable with writing for a technically sophisticated audience, while also being able to make complex topics accessible. We're looking for skilled communicator who is also a subject matter expert in one or more of the following areas: * Desktop and mobile operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android * Desktops and laptops * Mobile phones and related devices * CPU & GPU architecture * Storage, including NAS, hard drives, and solid-state drives * Self-hosting and homelab-type services, including and especially solutions based around open-source software In addition to daily news coverage, the position will also write occasional long-form pieces on matters of expertise, including product reviews. This is a Guild-represented position with benefits., * 5+ years of demonstrated writing and research expertise in relevant subject matter * Deep working knowledge of the consumer technology landscape, including operating systems, PCs, mobile and desktop hardware, and relevant historical context * Demonstrated ability to own a beat, set and meet coverage priorities, and identify stories before they become obvious * Strong news judgment, critical thinking, attention to detail, and organizational skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Collaborative team player and self-starting individual contributor, with ability to mentor less experienced writers where appropriate * Strong time management, timeliness, and dependability across multiple projects and competing assignments in a fast-paced environment * Willingness to work some early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and travel as projects may require ## Description The unit job description listed below includes job duties and responsibilities that are illustrative, not exhaustive, and is designed primarily to ensure proper classification for purposes of this Agreement. The parties acknowledge that the job description does not include every job duty and responsibility of the role, that the job description shall not restrict management's right to assign new duties or responsibilities to the role, and that any duties or responsibilities listed in the job classification also may be performed by employees in other job classifications, at management's discretion. The parties also acknowledge that employees in the role may be asked to perform certain operational tasks such as evaluating and/or meeting with candidates for open positions and/or assisting in the training or mentoring of colleagues., * Write regularly on consumer technology news and analysis, including CPUs, GPUs, PCs, laptops, phones, tablets, smartwatches, IoT devices, operating systems, and related hardware/software ecosystems * Conduct hands-on testing for reviews and analysis, including device setup, photography/screenshots, benchmarking, and methodology documentation * Develop primary coverage areas while also writing occasional ad hoc stories as assigned * Write occasional feature-length articles on in-depth topics as pitched or assigned * Work with editors and staff to generate story ideas, plan product coverage, maintain event awareness, and help guide Ars technology coverage * Generate headlines in accordance with editorial best practices and team processes * Integrate editor feedback on writing, reporting, quality, and coverage priorities * Participate actively in team collaboration and project management tools and processes * Engage in occasional editing, mentoring, travel, and other duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [Agentic employees in world's most downloaded FinTech app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100123-agentic-employees-in-world-s-most-downloaded-fintech-app) - [Fake or News: Coding on a Phone, Emotional Support Toasters, ChatGPT Weddings and more - Anselm Hannemann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1790-fake-or-news-coding-on-a-phone-emotional-support-toasters-chatgpt-weddings-and-more-anselm-hannemann) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Xcode development redefAIned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100195-xcode-development-redefained) - [Fake or News: LLMs Protect Each Other, Google Predicts Floods, and GitHub Copilot Loves COBOL - Niels Leenheer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1860-fake-or-news-llms-protect-each-other-google-predicts-floods-and-github-copilot-loves-cobol-niels-leenheer) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [A call for Guest Writers for the WeAreDevelopers Magazine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/648-a-call-for-guest-writers-for-the-wearedevelopers-magazine) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 125 - Duck and Cover](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/462-dev-digest-125-duck-and-cover) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Dev Digest 191: Malware interviews, EU ❤️ Open Source and Skilled Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/645-dev-digest-191-malware-interviews-eu-open-source-and-skilled-agents)