Software Engineer III

Pearson; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Software Developer to join the Web Marketing Team in Maryland. You will help develop web platforms for our public-facing school sites, emphasizing scalability, performance, and a superior user experience.

You will contribute to web content management, production support, front- and back-end development, mobile-first optimization, and site performance monitoring in a fast, virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience building object-oriented web applications.
• Experience building APIs and cloud-based services.
• Experience with Azure cloud stack and asynchronous development practices.
• Proficient with Jira and Confluence in a collaborative environment.
• Understanding of the website development lifecycle and CMS operations (AEM a plus).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to meet front-end needs and roadmaps.
• Continuously improve page speed and performance.
• Track issues and define acceptance criteria for completion.
• Partner with QA to ensure rigorous testing prior to release.
• Perform light scrum master duties as needed in support of the team.
• Work within Agile teams and cross-functional groups.

Skills

Front-end development

APIs

Azure

Git / Azure DevOps

Agile

Collaboration

Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

Jira

Confluence

AEM

Job description

The Software Developer is a part of the Web Marketing Team and is responsible and accountable to successfully deliver web platform initiatives that support our public-facing school websites. The Software Developer is excited to solve problems in new ways and think in terms of scalability, efficiency, and usability, with exceptional customer experiences in mind. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for the development, evolution, and implementation of our virtual online learning platform. This role will contribute toward the day-to-day management of the development team’s work, including web content management system maintenance and production support, front and back-end development, mobile first optimization, and site performance monitoring and optimization.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with subject matter experts and other stakeholders to meet front-end development and technology/ application needs to support current and future website roadmaps.
• Continuously improve page speed and performance.
• Track project issues and establish acceptance criteria to ensure that the team understands when work is complete; verify that the acceptance criteria has been met.
• Partner with Software Development QA team to ensure rigorous QA is performed prior to release.
• Perform light scrum master duties as needed in support of the overall team.
• Familiar with asynchronous development practices.
• Experience working in the Microsoft Cloud stack, particularly Azure technologies.
• Experience working in source control, such as Git and Azure Dev Ops (ADO).
• Ability to independently solve technical problems in a virtual work environment, collaborate when necessary, and proactively ask for help.
• Experience with analyzing business needs and requirements, collaborating with a development team on technical solutions, and writing technical specifications and/or requirements.
• Experience writing technical documentation and troubleshooting guidance, specifically to allow internal staff to support delivered solutions.
• Experience working on an Agile team.
• Ability to work well with others, particularly cross-functional team members and customers, such as UI/UX, Quality Assurance, Product Owners, etc.
• Ability to demonstrate aptitude and experience by providing examples, samples, and source code.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required – preferably in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a high-tech environment developing object-oriented Web applications.
• Experience building APIs (Application Program Interfaces)
• Experience working in the Microsoft Cloud stack, particularly Azure technologies.
• Familiar with asynchronous development practices.
• Proficient with Atlassian products including Jira and Confluence.
• Understanding of the website development lifecycle and methodologies
• Experience managing and administering web content management systems. AEM experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and a proven commitment to excellence and quality control
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven with a positive and proactive attitude
• An understanding of marketing & sales funnels, customer journeys & positioning
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and requests.
• Excited to work in a collaborative team environment and cross-functionally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing & highly virtual work environment.

Compensation

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The minimum full-time salary range is between $90,000 - $120,000 . This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

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 [e-mail].

Applications will be accepted through 18th August 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.

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 [e-mail].

Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Corporate Marketing & Communications