Software engineer

This Software Engineer position is responsible for analysis, design, implementation, and unit testing to produce and maintain high-quality software solutions. This is an opportunity to develop a new application supporting key content management processes in large-scale assessment.

This position is part of the Pearson/MZD team, which develops innovative assessment technology platforms. These platforms are used to create and deliver exams, score responses, and report results. We are now building our next-generation assessment ecosystem - a multi-year project with enormous strategic value, leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and processes. We are looking for outstanding candidates to bolster the staff of this critical project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support data transformation solutions leveraging JavaScript, Java, and XSLT
• Operate, extend and create cloud-based solutions in AWS
• Develop and maintain code using best practices for maintainability, performance, security, and verifiability
• Possess the ability to quickly learn new processes, tools, and business domains
• Work with engineering leadership to deliver timely, robust software adhering to best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, MIS, or equivalent technology discipline, or equivalent on-the-job training
• 3-5 years relevant software development experience creating SaaS applications
• Experience with development, maintenance, and testing of software, following industry best practices
• Experience with highly available, highly concurrent cloud-based Web applications
• Current Tech Stack
• AWS hosted applications
• JavaScript and Backbone.js
• Java and Play framework
• Github and Github-driven CI/CD

Experience

• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Desire to expand knowledge in many development languages, applications, and tools
• Able to think technically and analytically
• Ability to understand the philosophy of architecture
• Must assimilate information, distill knowledge, apply experience and provide solution alternatives and recommendations
• Must have strong time management skills - including the ability to work well under pressure, plan, set priorities, adapt to change, and meet established timelines
• Must be a self-starter and detail-oriented
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work and excel within a team

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.

The full-time salary range is between $80,000 - $94,000. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

Applications will be accepted through 15th February 2026. This window may be extended depending on business needs.

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.

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Job: Engineering

Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Remote

Req ID: 22555

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