Description:

The Senior Software Developer will work remotely on the JD-Next project, which aims to enhance the exam registration and administration processes for high-stakes exams.
Responsibilities include developing features such as exam registration, demographics forms, accommodations request management, single sign-on (SSO) integration, exam simulation, and score reporting functionalities.
The developer will implement new features to improve the student and administrator experience.
The role involves ensuring seamless integration with external systems like Territorium for exam simulations and high-stakes exam access.
The developer will create and manage demographics forms and survey data for psychometric analysis.
Responsibilities also include developing robust accommodations request management tools for students and administrators.
The position requires implementing SSO and secure data transmission protocols.
The developer will enhance the course experience with user-friendly permissions, discussion boards, and notification systems.
Maintaining high standards of code quality, performance, and security is essential.

Requirements:

Candidates must have proven experience with Open edX platform development.
Proficiency in Python and the Django web framework is required.
A strong understanding of web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX is necessary.
Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations is essential.
Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as React or Angular is preferred.
A solid understanding of database technologies, particularly MySQL or PostgreSQL, is required.
Experience with version control systems like Git is necessary.
Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment are essential.

The position offers the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere.
Candidates will be part of a leading educational technology company dedicated to enhancing the educational experience.
The role allows for significant impact on the learning experience of students worldwide.
The company promotes a collaborative and innovative work environment.
There are opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.