Software Engineer III

Pearson; Hoboken (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Software Engineer III to build scalable, accessible, and high-performing web apps using Node.js, GoLang, React, TypeScript, and GraphQL. AWS AppSync/Lambda and AI-powered IDEs are part of the stack.

You will work in an agile team, implement secure solutions, optimize performance, and ensure WCAG accessibility. The role aligns with Senior Software Engineer and Backend Engineer III titles, and offers a hybrid workplace with a compensation range reflecting market norms in

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years hands-on development experience.
• Strong expertise in Node.js, React and TypeScript.
• Experience with AWS services, especially AppSync/Lambda.
• Strong GraphQL knowledge for API development and integration.
• Experience with AI-powered IDEs such as Cursor.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• GIT for version control and collaborative workflows.
• Understanding of performance optimization and front-end best practices.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and serverless technologies.
• Experience implementing accessibility standards (WCAG/ARIA).
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance frontend applications using Node, TypeScript and React.
• 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 Git.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications as needed.
• Work in an agile team environment and participate in code reviews.
• Ensure web applications are accessible and compliant with WCAG/ARIA.

Skills

Node.js

React

TypeScript

GraphQL

AWS AppSync/Lambda

AI-powered IDEs Cursor

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Performance optimization

Accessibility (WCAG/ARIA)

Microservices/serverless

Front-end best practices

Independent fast learner

Tools

AWS AppSync

Lambda

Job description

Software Engineer III

We are seeking a talented individual who will focus on building scalable, accessible, and high-performing user-friendly web applications in modern web development technologies. The ideal candidate should possess expertise and hands‑on experience on Node.js, GoLang, React, TypeScript, GraphQL along with strong knowledge on AWS (Lambda, AppSync) and DevOps principles. The ideal candidate should also possess knowledge on AI with hands‑on‑experience on using AI‑Powered IDEs such as Cursor.

This role aligns to industry level titles such as Senior Software Engineer, Backend Engineer III, Senior Application Engineer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance frontend applications using Node, TypeScript and React.

• 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.

• Ensure web applications are accessible and comply with accessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA, etc.).

Required Experience and Skills:

• A minimum experience of 4 years in hands‑on-development.

• Strong experience in Node.js, React and TypeScript.

• Experience working with AWS, particularly AWS AppSync/Lambda.

• Strong knowledge of GraphQL for API development and integration.

• Experience working with AI‑Powered IDEs such as Cursor.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.

• Experience with Git for version control.

• Understanding of performance optimization and front‑end best practices.

• Understanding of microservices architecture and serverless technologies.

• Experience in implementing accessibility best practices and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.

• Ability to learn fast, work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of UI/UX principles and design systems

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 $100,000 - $130,000.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

Applications will be accepted through 21st of September. 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: Engineering

Job Family: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req ID: 25569