Developer
Naperville, IL
Full Time
Mid Level
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Developer to join our technology team. In this role, you will drive the development of innovative external facing integrations that enhance our enterprise systems. You will lead technical initiatives with autonomy, solve complex problems, and build robust solutions that scale with our growing organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, mission-driven team transforming how books are made and delivered.
This position can be hybrid in Naperville or NYC, or fully remote in the following states ONLY: Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.
This is an exempt, salaried position with an annual salary between $80,000 – $100,000. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate’s qualifications.
What you’ll do:
What you bring:
As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more!
Ready to Apply:
Please submit your resume, salary requirements and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Show us your passion and creativity — we are looking for someone who is as enthusiastic about this opportunity as we are!
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care, Dependent Care, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, & generous paid time off.
Sourcebooks values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

This position can be hybrid in Naperville or NYC, or fully remote in the following states ONLY: Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.
This is an exempt, salaried position with an annual salary between $80,000 – $100,000. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate’s qualifications.
What you’ll do:
- Design, build, and deploy scalable applications and automations using Visual Studio Code, Microsoft Azure, Python, XML, and APIs.
- Architect complex workflows across business-critical platforms with EDI and partner APIS.
- Translate business needs into functional, maintainable software solutions through close collaboration with stakeholders.
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including AI, to optimize publishing and operational workflows.
- Troubleshoot and improve existing tools to enhance reliability, speed, and maintainability.
- Own the development lifecycle of assigned projects, from planning through deployment and support.
- Uphold high coding standards through documentation, testing, and process adherence.
- Recommend and adopt best practices to strengthen our internal technology infrastructure.
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 3 years of professional software development experience, ideally in a business systems environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Visual Studio Code, Microsoft Azure, Python, XML, and automation scripting.
- Strong API development skills and familiarity with system interoperability design patterns.
- High accountability and independent project ownership skills.
- Strategic problem-solving abilities with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
- Passion for innovation and continuous learning.
As Newsweek’s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We’re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we’ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more!
Ready to Apply:
Please submit your resume, salary requirements and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Show us your passion and creativity — we are looking for someone who is as enthusiastic about this opportunity as we are!
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care, Dependent Care, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, & generous paid time off.
Sourcebooks values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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