Software Engineer (Java & React)

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Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are the background you bring and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences your perspectives and your passion; its in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our innovative engineering teams. As a Software Engineer you will play a crucial role in designing developing and maintaining cutting-edge software solutions that power millions of user interactions globally. You will work on building scalable applications implementing new features and contributing to the development of high-quality software products that meet the needs of our global clientele across various platforms including SaaS job board platforms educational tools and content delivery systems.

How You Will Make an Impact

As a Software Engineer you will have the opportunity to build new features for existing products and create brand-new experiences for our learners and users. You will practice high-quality development methods including writing unit tests automated tests and adhering to code standards to ensure the reliability and scalability of our software solutions. Working both independently and collaboratively you will partner with team leads architects business analysts and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions with dedication to quality and timely delivery.

You will actively participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies including daily meetings refinement sessions planning meetings and retrospectives contributing to a culture of agility and continuous improvement. Your involvement will facilitate efficient communication alignment and adaptation within the team while driving process improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Core Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Java development
• Understanding of object-oriented principles and design patterns
• Experience with web APIs (REST/GraphQL)
• Knowledge of cloud services predominantly AWS
• Experience with microservices and related technologies like Kubernetes Docker
• Data storage technologies (Entity Framework Postgres SQL DynamoDB)
• SQL and experience with both relational databases and NoSQL databases
• Software architecture and system design understanding
• Familiarity with writing unit tests such as JUnit Mockito etc.
• Hands-on experience using Spring boot.
  

Development Practices:

• Agile methodologies
• Experience with JavaScript and modern frameworks (React ExpressJS)
• Knowledge of HTML CSS and web technologies
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of CI/CD processes and automated testing
  

Additional Technologies:

• Experience with XML Apache (for specific roles)
• Knowledge of CSS DHTML and web development best practices
• Exposure to educational technology platforms and content management systems
• Experience with TypeScript NPM/Yarn package management
• Knowledge in messaging queues such as Apache Kafka JMS and related technologies.
  

Professional Qualities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across teams of varying technical expertise
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Passion for technology and willingness to learn and progress
• Eagerness to take on new challenges
• Ability to work in fast-paced dynamic environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  

AI Proficiency & Collaboration

Candidates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in leveraging AI tools to enhance software development productivity and quality. This includes:

• Code Generation & Enhancement: Using AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot Cursor) to assist in writing refactoring and optimizing code.
• Debugging & Tracing: Collaborating with AI to identify bugs trace logic errors and propose fixes.
• Brainstorming Solutions: Engaging AI in ideation and architectural discussions to explore alternative approaches and design patterns.
• Challenging AI Suggestions: Critically evaluating AI-generated code identifying limitations and improving upon its output.
• Reviewing AI Output: Ensuring AI-generated code meets quality performance and security standards through thorough review and testing.

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent qualification (preferred)
• 2 years of solid experience in software development
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

About Wiley:

Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the worlds most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement empowering knowledge-seekers to transform todays biggest obstacles into tomorrows brightest opportunities.
With over 200 years of experience in publishing we continue to evolve knowledge seekers steps into strides illuminating their path forward to personal educational and professional success at every stage. Around the globe we break down barriers for innovators empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields adapt their workforces and shape minds.
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin disability protected veteran status genetic information or based on any individuals status in any group or class protected by applicable federal state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates needle movers and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community learn and grow.
We are committed to fair transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to geographic location skills and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom Canada and USA based roles.
When applying please attach your resume/CV to be considered.