Senior Software Engineer: Platform Architect & Tech Leader

Pearson

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for ExamDeveloper in the United States. You will lead design and implementation of complex software components, drive architectural decisions, and mentor engineers across product and platform teams.

The role emphasizes cloud-native delivery, security, and scalability in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with Product, Quality Engineering, and DevOps to ensure reliable releases, while shaping engineering practices and helping teams adopt

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of professional software development experience.
Experience leading the design and delivery of complex, distributed systems.
Experience providing technical leadership within Agile engineering teams.
Experience designing and operating cloud-native environments.

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation for complex software components, services, and platforms.
Mentor engineers through design reviews, code reviews, pairing, and technical guidance.
Drive architecture decisions and engineering standards within your domain.
Partner with Product Managers, QA, and DevOps to deliver secure, scalable solutions.
Participate in interviews to help assess and hire engineering talent.