Role Description

We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer with expertise in full stack development, scalable system design, and modern web technologies. In this role, you will design and evolve platform features using JavaScript, React, Node.js, and MySQL, while improving performance and long-term maintainability. You will guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, promote accessibility standards, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, adaptable solutions.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

What you will be doing:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable features and systems using JavaScript, React, Node.js, MySQL, and related technologies.
• Lead technical design and implementation of complex features, driving platform improvements and architectural decisions.
• Review and enhance existing code to ensure performance, maintainability, and long-term scalability.
• Mentor engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure solutions meet accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA) and incorporate best practices across development and testing.
• Identify and drive improvements in development practices, tooling, system reliability, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with strong proficiency in JavaScript, React, Node.js, MySQL, RESTful APIs, and query design.
• Proven experience designing, building, and scaling production-level web applications and features.
• Demonstrated ability to lead feature design, make architectural decisions, and own end-to-end delivery.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex technical challenges effectively.
• Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to overall team growth and technical excellence.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and self-driven mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement and familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and testing practices.

Benefits

• The pay range for this position is between $120,000-$155,000 annually.
• Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
• An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package.
• A full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered.

Company Description

McGraw Hill is a diverse and inclusive company that believes we can change the world by leveling the playing field and giving every learner an equal opportunity to succeed. We create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning experiences, and to continually reimagine the way our customers teach and learn, simplifying the path to a better education for all.