I consider "learning new things" to be part of the employment terms. When solving problems, go a few levels deeper than you might actually "need" to. You usuall

I consider "learning new things" to be part of the employment terms. When solving problems, go a few levels deeper than you might actually "need" to. You usually end up with a more informed, elegant and robust solution. You also enhance your overall knowledge and stay interested. That's a benefit for the employer too! Otherwise you'd just go elsewhere because you're bored.