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JavaScript Software Engineer

Wiley
🇺🇸In-Person - IasiRON 48K–RON 72K/yri3h ago
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Role Snapshot

JavaScript Software Engineer at Wiley developing Research Exchange, a flagship product for the science and learning sector. The role involves full ownership of product components within a Scrum team environment, balancing feature development with operational responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities: Deliver maintainable software components (Review, Screening, Invoicing, Reporting, Syndication) through good engineering processes and take full ownership of feature lifecycles including design, deployment, and monitoring. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define requirements, identify risks, and drive technical solutions while sharing knowledge across the organization.
Skills & Tools: Strong expertise in JavaScript, Node.js, TypeScript, React, and GraphQL; proven ability to design and own full-stack features with operational knowledge (deployments, monitoring). T-shaped development mindset with strength in either backend or frontend and working knowledge of the other; experience with event-driven architecture, Kubernetes, and AWS appreciated.
Qualifications: Proven experience in web application development with excellent grasp of computer science fundamentals and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in teams. No specific computer science degree required; emphasis on skills, capabilities, and approach to work over formal credentials.
Location: In-Person - Iasi
Compensation: RON 48K–RON 72K/yr (estimated)

Job Description

Job Description: We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large. About the Role: We are seeking a JavaScript Engineer as a member of our Engineering team to help us develop our flagship product, Research Exchange. You’ll work in a Scrum team responsible for delivering one or more Research Exchange components (i.e. Review, Screening, Commissions). Key Responsibilities: Work in a Scrum team responsible for delivering one or more Research Exchange components (i.e. Review, Screening, Invoicing, Reporting, Syndication). Deliver solid and maintainable software through good processes. Take ownership of a whole component/product/project lifecycle, including involvement in the design phase and performing operational tasks such as deployments and monitoring. Be able to popularize, defend, and reevaluate technical decisions. Work with the product team to define requirements, identify risks, and draft technical solutions. Collaborate with other teams on system-wide parts like platform tooling, common libraries, and integrations. Qualifications: Excellent knowledge of computer science concepts and proven experience and expertise in web application development. Ability to take ownership of full features, including the design phase and operational aspects such as deployments and monitoring. Ability to work with the product team to define requirements, identify risks, and draft technical solutions. Experience working in a collaborative team environment, with enthusiasm for sharing knowledge, teaching, mentoring peers, and ensuring all perspectives are heard. Willingness to learn new skills and technologies. Experience with JavaScript technologies such as Node, TypeScript, Express, React, and GraphQL is preferred. Understanding of T-shaped development, with strength in either backend or frontend development and working knowledge of the other areas. Experience with TypeScript services, event-driven architecture, Kubernetes, and AWS is appreciated but not required. Strong track record of conscientious and thoughtful work. No specific computer science degree is required. We value skills, capabilities, and approach to work over formal educational background. We power infinite possibilities. For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere. We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives. Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything. 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 individual's 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 tasupport@wiley.com 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. #LI-AH1 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. We're a forward-thinking organization dedicated to innovation and growth. Our success is built on the diverse talents and perspectives of our team members, who work together to solve complex challenges and create meaningful impact. We foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional development. Applicants who have any questions about the job application process may contact Talent Acquisition Support for assistance.