Associate Software Developer (Temporary project)

**Summary:**

The Associate Software Developer will work on prototyping and testing on AI solutions for assessment technology platforms. The intern will be working with a team of high-performing professionals and use industry best practices.

This position is part of the Pearson School Assessment team, which develops innovative assessment technology platforms. We are enriching Pearson's assessments with scalable AI capabilities.

**This position will be a limited term, temporary position from approximately September - December, 2024.**

**Team:**

The leadership team is looking for interns that thrive on developing cutting edge applications, with a passion for innovation and pride in producing excellent user experiences. Our work environment is collaborative, flexible and results driven.

**The Intern will:**

* Analyze & Design - Collaborate with team to understand requirements and deliverables.

* Implement & Perform - Use industry standard design patterns and cloud first solutions. Focus on producing high quality, well-tested code using coding best practices.

Test & Deployment - Work on writing unit, integration tests. Work on deploying well tested software using CI/CD.

* Quality/process improvement - Participate in group improvement activities and initiatives to improve process and product quality in pursuit of excellence.

**Required Education and Experience:**

+ Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or equivalent technology discipline.

+ 1 year relevant software development experience creating SaaS applications.

**Required Technical Skills:**

+ Amazon Cloud

+ Python, Django/Flask/ORM, Database technologies (RDS, Document, Graphs, Key Value).

+ JavaScript

+ VUE.JS

+ Machine Learning algorithms.

+ Unit testing frameworks.

+ API's and microservices.

+ Docker

**Desired Experience:**

+ 1+ years' experience working in an agile environment.

+ Able to think technically and analytically.

+ Ability to understand the philosophy of architecture.

+ Must be a self-starter and detail oriented.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

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 Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The minimum full-time salary range is between $20 - $25 per hour.

This position is not eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

**What to expect from Pearson**

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All 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 strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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 TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.

**Job:** PROJECT/TEMPORARY WORKFORCE

**Organization:** Assessment & Qualifications

**Schedule:** FULL\_TIME

**Workplace Type:** Remote

**Req ID:** 16889

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