Mid Software Engineer (React Js, Go Lang)

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We are recruiting for a passionate Mid-level Full Stack Software Engineer (React JS, Go Lang)who will be part of our Education Technology Development Team in Manila.  Looking primarily for ReactJS skillset and also willing to learn Go Lang. The role will play a key role in creating and developing solutions for platforms used by learners across the globe. The Manila hub is located in Makati City, operating to support the university's global operations.

Why Cambridge?

At Cambridge, our unwavering commitment is to excel in education, learning, and research on a global scale. With a presence in over 170 countries, we empower millions of individuals, unlocking their potential and enabling their success. From dedicated teachers shaping young minds to visionary researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge, we embody a relentless pursuit of enlightenment, curiosity, and understanding.

We embrace change as an opportunity for growth and progress, constantly adapting to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Collaboration and attentive listening are at the heart of our journey, as we work hand in hand with our customers and each other to innovate and discover more effective ways to achieve our goals. We believe people thrive in an environment where Trust and Empowerment are at the forefront, which is why all our new team members are provided regularisation on their first day so they can start #PursuingPotential from day one.

Joining Cambridge means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. Beyond that, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the perfect environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential.

What can you get from Cambridge?

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches, expanding your horizons and enriching your understanding of different cultures. We value your wellbeing and offer stability, fostering your professional and personal growth through internal and external activities and training sessions to help enrich your skillset.

Enjoy work-life balance flexibility through our range of options, including flexible schedules, hybrid work arrangements, and generous paid leave. As a regular employee on Day One, you'll have access to comprehensive healthcare benefits, ensuring your peace of mind with coverage for dependents, group life insurance, and robust well-being programs.

What will you do as a Software Engineer:

As a Software Engineer, you will be expected to develop, build, and maintain software applications while adhering to the best practices and standards being observed by the Development Team. You will also be mainly involved in communicating these to the teams we work with on a daily basis. This also includes ensuring our sites adheres to accessibility guidelines and may also work on proofs of concepts for our upcoming pieces of work.

• Develop familiarization on our applications and expertise on the technologies that our team are using.
• Apply the learnings from the university and prior experiences to help innovate our existing development practices and ways of working.
• Create Unit Tests and comply with Accessibility requirements for our sites.
• Work closely with Solutions Engineers, Software Engineers, and QAs to resolve defect/issues.
• Contribute towards ways of improving quality and collaboration.
• Provide support to the rest of the Agile team to timely deliver the commitments agreed by the team with our Stakeholders.

You will be an ideal candidate if you enjoy working in a fast-based environment and being able to work with different stakeholders in a problem-solving capacity. Having a good technical degree or equivalent experience and a firm grasp on the foundational concepts of Software Engineering (i.e., design analysis and algorithms, OOP, SOA) will also be highly regarded.

In addition, experience, knowledge, or expertise in the following would be essential for the role:

• Knowledge of version control systems (i.e., Github, GitLab, SVN)
• Full Stack Development experience with React JS and Go Lang
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies and excellent communication skills, collaborative style, troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Demonstrable understanding of software development principles (i.e., SOLID & DRY) and the elements of SDLC in a commercial environment.
• Good coding skills and professional experience in software development (React JS, GO Lang, Typescript, NodeJS, tslint / IntelliJ liniting, Prittier, Docker)
• Knowledge and professional experience in AWS (S3, RDS - Postgres, OpenSearch, ECS, Fargate, ElastiCache, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager)

Please refer to the attached JD for further details on the role