JavaScript Developer at Octily
Build products and custom experiences for global HR teams on Cornerstone Galaxy and beyond
Octily Content Editor. Browser Notifications. Chatbots. MicroApps. Client projects for DHL, McDonald’s. Plenty to shape here.
Individuals only. No agencies or recruiters. Permanent role. No freelancers/contractors.
Nice to meet you
What we build first
Before the company story, here’s what your code will actually ship:
- Octily Content Editor (OCE) — No-code Cornerstone Galaxy page builder
- Browser Notifications — Real-time pushes for 20M+ users
- Chatbots — Smart guides in career sites + learning paths
- MicroApps — Live manager dashboards (skills, teams, performance)
- Components — Reusable blocks for fast page building
- Octily Creative — Custom templates that launch 2× faster
- Client custom — Deutsche Post DHL, Electrolux, Henkel unique builds
Not just client work. Not just one product. The full Octily ecosystem.
About us
Over the past 10 years, we’ve worked with 80+ global HR teams to improve how Cornerstone Galaxy actually feels and works in practice.
That includes companies like Deutsche Post DHL, Electrolux, Henkel, Linde, McDonald’s, and Sidel.
250+ projects later, our work supports more than 20 million users.
Customization
We shape web software for unique client needs. HR processes that work in real life, not just demos.
Brand identity
We bring client brands into off-the-shelf tools. Employees actually use what feels like home.
100% Remote
Nimble team from Berlin → Germany → Portugal → Romania → Sweden → Singapore → San Francisco. We work across time zones, cultures, coffee habits. (Somehow it works.) Proud 1% for the Planet members.
Curious
We learn daily. Tweak processes. Ask “what if?” A lot.
What to expect
About the role
You’re at the core. Building products and experiences global HR teams use to customize Cornerstone Galaxy, Saba Cloud, and EdCast.
Client projects. Product features. Never boring.
Main tasks
- Build solid user interfaces using JavaScript, React, and TypeScript
- Turn requirements into real user journeys
- Work on OCE, Notifications, Chatbots, and MicroApps
- Move between product work and client projects
- Solve problems that don’t always have an obvious answer
- Deliver tested, reliable code
- Take things from implementation to go-live
Tools stay simple: Slack or Teams, Notion, GitLab, Mite
About you
You care about clean code you’re proud of.
You’re comfortable working with JavaScript, React, TypeScript, Node.js, HTML, CSS and related tools.
You’ve worked with Git, npm, AWS, Vercel, or Firebase.
You know how to test your work across environments.
You:
- Live in Germany or anywhere within our supported countries
- Speak English. Extra languages are a plus
- Are comfortable working remotely
- Can organize your work and manage your time
- Ask questions when needed
- Like working in a team
- Care about getting things done
- Enjoy making clients happy
Massive bonus:
- Experience with corporate clients
- Experience working internationally
- Experience with Cornerstone, Saba Cloud, or EdCast
- Curiosity for AI and new technologies
Why you’ll love Octily
- Variety: Own products + client projects. No copy-paste weeks.
- Real impact: 20M+ users see your code daily. Managers love your microapps.
- Curious humans: Across 6+ countries. Async-first. Octopus puns optional.
- Your own Octi: Everyone gets a custom Octi. Because no two Octily people are the same.
- Space to build: Solve real problems. Tinker with new ideas. Ship fast.
- Close to innovation: AI experiments, smart notifications, live data features.
- Diversity + belonging: Different perspectives. Shared curiosity.
- Sustainability: 1% for Planet crew.
Join us
Next steps
2 weeks max
jobs@octily.com → 24h reply
Chat
team fit + tech taste (60min)
Offer
→ start when ready
Germany = direct Octily contract. 84+ countries = Remote.com (same daily flow). CET +/-3h preferred.
Questions?
Reply “JS Curious” — we’ll chat.
We build useful things with good people. If that sounds right, we’d love to meet your Octi.
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