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Senior Software Developer

Senior Software Developer

Savvas Learning • Boston, MA, United States
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Savvas Learning Company is a global education company that produces award-winning learning solutions that empower educators and engage students with the highest quality content.
Recognized as an industry leader, we serve millions of K-12 learners with innovative, student-centered educational programs that turn today's classrooms into active learning environments. By embracing technology, personalized learning, and immersive experiences delivered across multiple platforms, we design our learning solutions to be more accessible and relevant to each student.
Our award-winning, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline, from evidence-based, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry's most innovative portfolio of college and career readiness solutions - all designed to meet the needs of every learner.

We are looking for engineers who are passionate about building innovative applications of the highest quality and demonstrate ownership of the product area assigned to them.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the product management team to ensure we're building the best products.
    Ability to comprehend business requirements, map them to technical requirements, and decompose them into estimated stories and tasks.

  • Perform research, analysis, design, and implementation, and provide effective solutions for short-term and long-term needs

  • Evaluate new technologies and software products to determine the feasibility and desirability of incorporating their capabilities into the platform.

  • Deploy and manage cloud-based services on AWS, leveraging services such as CodeBuild & Pipeline, Lambda, ECS, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.

  • Ensure that code adheres to strict standards for accessibility, security, object-oriented practices and performance

  • Optimize backend processes for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.

  • Write and execute both unit and integration tests

  • Ability to debug identified issues and track down root cause of the issue across the technology stack

  • Mentor other team members and developers

  • Effectively engage and positively contribute within a well-functioning offshore team, while also providing strong leadership during onshore hours.

Qualifications

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, with strong fundamentals and problem solving skills.

  • 5+ years experience in software development roles

  • Expert knowledge and capabilities in Java 8+ development, SpringBoot, RESTful APIs, Java Application Servers, HTML / CSS.

  • Strong understanding of microservices design principles and best practices.

  • Hands-on experience with AWS services, such as ECS, Lambda, DynamoDB, RDS, and S3.

  • Experience with containerization tools like Docker, CDK and orchestration using AWS Fargate

  • Strong knowledge of JavaScript technologies such as Angular and Node.js

  • Experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, Jasmine.

  • Experience with SQL and relational database design.

  • Experience building and deploying services in AWS
    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot distributed systems/services.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with learning services technologies such as the SCORM object reference model, IMS QTI and IMS LTI standards, and any Learning

  • Experience with with Git is a plus

  • Knowledge of GraphQL a plus

  • Knowledge of UML and design patterns

  • Exposure to monitoring and logging tools like CloudWatch, Datadog

  • Experience writing modular code in an agile environment with CI/CD

  • Knowledge of concepts and standards such as SOLID, Dependency Injection, AOP, JSON.

  • Understanding of Cloud Architecture and experience working with AWS resources

  • AWS certification is a plus (Cloud Practitioner or higher)

  • Ability to effectively use AI to accelerate software design and implementation

ABOUT SAVVAS
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to creating a work environment that promotes their growth, well-being, and success. We develop learning solutions that empower educators and improve student outcomes thanks to our team's passion, creativity, and dedication.

TOTAL REWARDS
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees and their families. Our focus on employees is evident in our comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which prioritizes what matters most to them.
Our competitive compensation package is designed to reward your success with a pay-for-performance model. This ensures that hard work and contributions are recognized and rewarded. With our 401(k) match and immediate vesting, employees can start securing their financial future without any delay.

Our benefits package is designed to promote a healthy work-life balance and overall well-being. Paid time off and holidays allow you to unplug, relax, and recharge fully. Starting on Day One, we offer comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring that health is a top priority without a financial burden.

At Savvas, we recognize the importance of emotional and mental well-being, both in our work environment and in our personal lives. That's why we are committed to providing resources to support well-being.
Learn About our Benefits

Savvas Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Savvas Learning complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Savvas prohibits discrimination against individuals based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, and other protected group status. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Savvas Learning is an affirmative action employer and participates in E-Verify. Know Your Rights
Notice to California Applicants: Information collected and processed as part of your Savvas Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Savvas' California Applicant Privacy Notice.
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