Software Engineer

Position Summary:
As a Software Engineer at Penn Foster Group, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of our next-generation educational platforms. This full-stack role involves working with technologies in a Microsoft environment, including Azure Cloud, C#, .NET, and React. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver software that enhances the learning experience for thousands of users. This position is fully remote.

Essential Job Functions: 
•    Build and maintain scalable web applications using C#, .NET, and React.
•    Work with Azure Cloud services like web apps, function apps, and databases to create seamless solutions.
•    Collaborate closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to develop innovative features that enhance the student learning experience.
•    Implement DevOps best practices using Azure DevOps and GitHub for CI and deployment.
•    Contribute to code reviews to ensure quality and share knowledge across the team.
•    Troubleshoot issues across the full stack and work on fixes in a timely manner.
•    Enhance your skills by working on various parts of the development process and taking ownership of smaller projects.
•    Ensure application performance, security, and scalability through best practices and continuous improvement.
•    Work with Jira to track your tasks and collaborate with the product team.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 
•    2-4+ years of experience in software development.
•    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
•    Proficiency in C#, .NET, and React.
•    Experience with Azure Cloud services and resources.
•    Strong understanding of full-stack development and best practices.
•    Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Jira.
•    Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.

About Us: At Penn Foster Group, we are transforming online learning to help learners by bringing together Penn Foster, CareerStep, Ashworth College, James Madison High School, the New York Institute of Photography, the New York Institute of Art and Design, and other education platforms. Together, we create an accelerated path to greater economic mobility through real-world skills and knowledge that enable learners to achieve long-term success in the workplaces of the future.  Our history dates back to 1890 when our founder, Thomas Foster, pioneered distance education by offering training by mail for coal miners to get the necessary skills for safer jobs. Today, with the partners who use our education and training programs, we continue that mission of providing accessible training and education for in-demand skills and are building a workforce that’s prepared for the future job market.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We strive toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Penn Foster Group by intentionally building teams that are diverse – in identities, lived experiences, and ideas to create a culture where people feel connected to each other and have a sense of belonging. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion because it is the foundation that enables us to achieve what we set out to do as an organization – from maximizing the number of learners who can reach their goals while giving them the kinds of experiences we want them to have, to becoming the type of company we want to work in.  

What We Offer: We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, generous paid time off, sponsored volunteer opportunities, a 401K with a company match, plus free access to all of our online programs.

This position is fully remote in PA, FL, GA, IL, IN, NC, SC, TN, TX, UT, WI, AL, KS, LA, MA, MI, MO, NH, OH, OK, VA, AZ, CO, MN, NJ, NY only.