Senior Software Engineer

We are seeking a talented engineer with expertise in modern web development technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Node.js along with strong knowledge of AWS, CI/CD, and GraphQL. This role requires a proactive engineer who can build high-performance, scalable, and user-friendly web applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and integrate composition layer APIs using GraphQL and AWS AppSync.

• Work on Node.js modules to build the composition layer component.

• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and user experience.

• Ensure best practices in CI/CD pipelines for continuous deployment and integration.

• Implement secure and scalable solutions leveraging AWS services.

• Maintain code quality using version control systems like Git.

• Troubleshoot and debug applications as needed.

• Work in an agile team environment and participate in code reviews.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Node.js backend interactions.

• Experience working with AWS, particularly AWS AppSync would be ideal.

• Strong knowledge of GraphQL for API development and integration.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.

• Experience with Git for version control.

• Understanding of performance optimization and data transmission best practices such as compression, etc.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of design systems.

• Exposure to serverless technologies and domain driven architecture.

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

Job: Engineering

Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Remote

Req ID: 24496

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