Software Engineer

Participate in the design, architecture, and implementation of new software features. Write high-

quality software using Java and JavaScript frameworks. Write effective unit and integration tests

for all the code you write, including SQL scripts. Engage with quality assurance engineers and

conduct testing of features. Perform root cause analysis, technology evaluation, and design

spikes. Provide and receive constructive feedback through code reviews. Help drive the

completion of all kinds of work tasks-not just coding. Follow Agile practices, including user

feedback, daily stand up, pair-programming, weekly demonstrations, retrospective, and time-

boxing. Assist in planning and brainstorming activities driven by our Content and Technology

organizations. Investigate and tackle complex performance problems, finding ways to scale the

platform while simultaneously reducing costs. Help to break down and estimate stories and tasks.

Continuously improve processes and work standards. Be proactive in seeking out resources to

participate in discussions, meetings, and communications.

Requires: Bachelor's degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Software

Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology or a related field, plus two (2) years

of experience performing full stack (Java, React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL) software

development. Candidate must also possess: Demonstrated Expertise ("DE") developing and

maintaining modules using Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript, ReactJS, HTML, and CSS. DE writing

SQL queries, using relational data modeling and basic database schema design for database

management in Oracle. DE working within an Agile development environment using

development tools, including JIRA, Ant/Maven, IDEs (IntelliJ IDEA) and Jenkins, and version

control, including Git. DE using object-oriented systems and enterprise design patterns. DE

developing service oriented architecture applications (SOA). Telecommute benefit available.

Qualified applicants may work anywhere in the United States from a home office and report to

Cengage's office in Farmington Hills, MI.

Compensation

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The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

$105,000.00 - $105,000.00 USD