Pearson · 2 hours ago
Software Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expPearson is a global lifelong learning company dedicated to helping people realize their potential through education. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their Q-interactive team to design, implement, and optimize complex software modules that enhance the user experience of their digital assessment platform.
BooksDigital MediaEdTechEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Architect and implement scalable, high-performance software components for Q-interactive’s mobile and web platforms
Write high quality code and test cases to ensure robustness, reliability, extensibility and performance of systems and services
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable web applications using Groovy, Grails, and related technologies (e.g., Spring, Hibernate)
Develop and maintain microservices using Spring, AWS Lambda, PostgreSQL, and MySQL
Build responsive UI components using Angular, Ionic, Typescript, Swift, and Objective-C for hybrid and native mobile applications
Participate in technical design sessions, code reviews, and solution architecture discussions
Ensure accessibility compliance across Q-interactive offerings
Collaborate with UX, QA, and product teams to define technical requirements and deliver high-quality features
Conduct thorough testing of applications, including unit, integration, and functional testing, and effectively troubleshoot and debug issues
Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for existing applications
Ensure reliability, performance, and maintainability of systems through testing and continuous integration
Drive adoption of secure development processes, coding standards, and engineering best practices
Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Java and related technologies (Spring, Hibernate)
Experience in web application development using Groovy and the Grails framework
Strong understanding of web application development principles and MVC architecture
Experience with relational databases and SQL
Extensive experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/Typescript, Angular)
Understanding of RESTful web services and API integration
Experience in software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum)
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to work onsite at the Austin office at least twice per week
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
10+ years of relevant experience
Company
Pearson
Pearson operates as a media and education company that offers a wide range of services to its customers.
10001+ employees
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Leadership Team
Liav Even-Chen
Chief Financial Officer (Pearson Israel)
Kim England
Vice President, Digital Employee Experience and Community Engagement
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