Software Development (Full-Stack)

Job description:

About the Role

We are looking for a talented Software Development (Full-Stack) to join our Digital Team who will be responsible for developing and enhancing digital learning products, including interactive platforms, content delivery systems, and AI-powered products that empower educators and learners. This role focuses on creating user-centric, accessible, and high-performing products while ensuring seamless integration with evolving educational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product owners, instructional designers, and editorial teams to translate educational needs and requirements into technical solutions that align with product goals.
• As the technical expertise to research, integrate and incorporate AI technologies to develop innovative digital products.
• Design, prototype, develop, and maintain web-based/AI-powered educational products.
• Build responsive and accessible user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks.
• Design, develop and maintain scalable and secure back-end services and APIs.
• Enable OUPC products to interface with learning management systems (LMS) and third-party educational tools with interoperability standards.
• Ensure products provides user-friendly experiences and are optimized for performance across devices.
• Advocate for and implement best practices in coding, development, and product scalability.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, code reviews, testing and deployment.
• Conduct R&D on new technologies to explore new opportunities and to show case with rapid prototyping.
• Initiate and enhance internal/production workflow by automating tasks and processes.

About You

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in full stack development, software development, or technical product development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong back-end development experience with Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g. MySQL, DynamoDB).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Hand-on experiences on AI technologies and development.
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP or Alibaba).
• Good understanding of OOP, design patterns.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and responsive design principles.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new things.
• Responsible and able to work under pressure.

Desirable:

• Experience in the EdTech, education or publishing industry.
• Familiarity with SCORM, xAPI, QTI or LTI standards.
• Knowledge of content delivery networks (CDNs) and digital rights management (DRM).
• Passion for education and improving learning experiences through technology.

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