Associate Software Engineer

Wiley

21h • Remote

About The Position

Associate Software Engineer zyBooks is looking for an Associate Software Engineer to join our team in maintaining and developing scalable and configurable software systems. You'll learn to work with web and server-side programming languages including Python and Go, modern JavaScript frameworks like Ember and Angular, cloud services, CI/CD solutions, and SQL databases in a professional software development environment that encourages learning and innovation. This role supports our Platform team that maintains the zyBooks web-based platform and interactive activities used by hundreds of thousands of students, including developing AI tools for teaching students and aiding instructors. zyBooks is a fast-growing market leader in STEM education, used by over 1800 academic institutions every year—come join us and help transform education!

Requirements

• Basic understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with JavaScript and interest in learning modern frameworks like Ember and Angular.
• Basic Python programming knowledge.
• Willingness to learn additional backend languages like Go.
• Understanding of SQL database concepts.
• Willingness to learn DevOps principles and tools.
• Interest in distributed systems and cloud applications.
• Passion for creating accessible, user-friendly educational technology.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Learn to develop and maintain quality, scalable applications using Ember and Angular frameworks.
• Assist in converting wireframes and design documents into implemented features.
• Help implement UI components with guidance from senior engineers, focusing on supportability and accessibility.
• Develop software applications in Python and Go.
• Contribute to building AI tools that support student learning and help instructors teach more effectively.
• Gain experience working with MySQL databases.
• Learn about distributed systems and cloud-native applications.
• Participate in DevOps processes using CI/CD tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support educational technology solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level