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 Principal Software Engineer to join our engineering team and help shape how authors worldwide submit research for groundbreaking scientific discoveries. This is a senior leadership role focused on technical expertise and team leadership rather than just years of experience.
Tech Stack:
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Java 17, Spring Boot
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Selenide for UI, RestAssured for API testing
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JUnit, TestNG, TestContainers
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GitHub Actions
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GitHub for code management
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Microservices architecture (HTTP, JMS)
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Monitoring via Kibana and Dynatrace
Responsibilities
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Architect, design, develop, and maintain key systems and features
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Provide technical leadership and mentor team members
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Collaborate with QA and Scrum teams to deliver high-quality releases on time
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Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and follow best practices
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Deploy microservices in staging and production environments
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Build and maintain microservices that power our platform
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Troubleshoot issues in test and production environments
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Strong fundamentals in Java
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Hands-on experience with Spring Boot
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Understanding of browser layout engines and HTTP protocols
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Proficiency in JavaScript and experience with at least one framework (React, Vue.js, or Angular)
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Familiarity with writing unit tests (JUnit, Mockito)
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Experience building RESTful APIs and web services
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Knowledge of JMS
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Familiarity with Git and Linux
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Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and relational databases
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
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Proven team leadership and ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment
Preferred Skills:
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Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, and AWS Cloud
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Familiarity with PostgreSQL
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Knowledge of monitoring tools like Dynatrace or New Relic
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Understanding of Agile Scrum methodology
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.
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Job Posting Title:
Principal Software Engineer (Java)
Location:
Iasi, ROU