IT & Software

Software Engineer III

Pearson

Rotherham · South Yorkshire · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role you will develop and maintain .NET backend services and React UIs for assessment platforms, leveraging cloud-native solutions. You will work with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical designs and drive performance, security, and reliable deployments. You’ll contribute to code quality, mentoring peers, and shaping best practices in a regulated, high-stakes environment. This position offers hybrid work and opportunities to impact critical assessment systems.

Pay / Benefits
  • hybrid working
  • 3 days/week onsite
  • focus on regulated assessment systems
  • occasional travel to other sites
  • full-time role
Responsibilities
  • Develop, test, and maintain .NET backend services and React UIs for assessment platforms
  • Integrate cloud-native solutions using AWS, Azure, Terraform, and Docker
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
  • Optimise application performance and resolve incidents rapidly
  • Mentor peers, review code, and drive best practices in software development
  • Support production deployments and provide technical input during key project phases
Key requirements
  • .NET (C#), React
  • API Management
  • Cloud Computing (AWS/Azure)
  • DevOps
  • Data Security
  • Software Design (Intermediate)
  • Collaboration, Problem Solving, Technical Acumen, Adaptability, Innovation (Intermediate)
  • Ethical Responsibility (Effective proficiency)
  • Learning to Learn
  • Artificial Intelligence (Intermediate)
  • Proven production experience with .NET and React
  • Hands-on with cloud platforms, CI/CD, and secure coding
  • Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
  • No direct reports
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • .NET (C#)
  • React
  • API Management

Reference: WJ-747_31165564

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