Software Engineer III, edX Learning Platform

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

As an Engineer III at 2U Inc., you will play a pivotal role in leading the development of complex components within our software products. You will take initiative in problem-solving, effectively troubleshooting and resolving issues even when they are not well-defined. Your leadership will be evident as you drive multi-sprint work on various software products, focusing on delivering business value while reducing uncertainty. Additionally, you will lead technical design efforts, contribute to process improvements, and actively participate in community initiatives and discussions.

As a member of this agile team, you will work independently on major software, complex components as well as participate collaboratively toward any team project work.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Lead the design and implementation of new projects that span across multiple software components and systems, focusing on delivering business value and reducing uncertainty.
• Write maintainable high-performance code, refactoring to keep code maintainable, conducting exploratory and automated testing, debugging complex problems under time constraints, running deployment software to put code on production. 
• Advocate for end user needs in software development, collaborating with product managers to define and refine requirements, planning and estimating development tasks and short-term projects. 
• Proactively solve problems and effectively troubleshoot issues, even when they are not well-defined.
• Thoughtfully consider priorities, making well-reasoned and well-documented design decisions and trade-offs for squad or team.
• Should be flexible to solve customer issues/production issues according to urgency.
• Collaborate with product management to define technical requirements and priorities. 
• Drive continuous improvement in coding practices, tools, and processes. 
• Conduct performance optimization and code refactoring as necessary. 
• Work in unfamiliar areas of the codebase with guidance, leading technical design efforts for features and considering infrastructure cost implications.
• Contribute to the technical development of colleagues.
• Provide technical guidance and feedback to other team-members. 

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer
• Experience with specific technologies varies by team
• Demonstrated experience with Key Roles and Responsibilities above

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, ZA benefits include: 

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: [email protected]. 

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay. 

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.