Software Engineer II

Job Description

This role focuses on Anthology's LMS, Blackboard Learn, where we pride ourselves on creating well-designed web and mobile solutions to support learners, instructors, and administrators. Blackboard Learn allows learners and instructors to access online educational experiences wherever and whenever they want through web and mobile devices. Our technology helps instructors breathe life into educational content, brings efficiency to day-to-day tasks, and empowers instructors with tools to engage and assess every learner. We help motivate learners by promoting collaboration, communication, and connections with their peers and instructors. As a member of our Product Development organization, you ll work in an agile environment delivering industry-leading SaaS products and web service platforms. As a Full Stack Software Engineer within this organization, you will collaborate in the development of backend micro-services using Java and front end using AngularJS, React, or similar technologies. The Candidate: Required skills/qualifications: 3-5 years of experience designing, writing, and deploying scalable software Hands-on experience with the Java stack, web application development in Angular or React, and SQL databases Excellent Object-Oriented design and coding skills Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences Quick learner with strong problem-solving and analytical skills Experience writing unit and integration tests Ability to work with a team of engineers on cross-functional agile projects An understanding of data structures, algorithm analysis, and design skills Fluency in written and spoken English Preferred skills/qualifications: Experience with cloud-based hosting solutions (AWS)