Senior Software Development Engineer III

We seek a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer III to take ownership of complex software development tasks, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and expertise in designing scalable and maintainable software solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading technical initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

In This Role You Will:

Software Development and Technical Leadership

• Handle advanced problem-solving and task breakdown with minimal supervision
• Design solutions and produce high-quality results
• Lead code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge on modern frameworks and coding standards

Collaboration and Architectural Design

• Collaborate with product management to define technical requirements
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to system integration efforts
• Provide input on improving development workflows and engineering processes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to independently break down ambiguous problems and deliver solutions
• Experience with architectural design and system integration
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of modern development frameworks and best practices
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers
• Commitment to high-quality software development and continuous improvement

Credentials and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to handle complex development tasks with minimal supervision
• Experience designing scalable and maintainable software solutions
• Strong knowledge of software engineering principles and design patterns
• Expertise in at least one programming language with working knowledge of a second
• Understanding of version control systems and software development methodologies
• Legal right to work in the United States #LI-remote

The hiring range for this position is between $134,550 - $149,500 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, this position is eligible for an Annual Bonus., Discovery Education believes empowering each team member is vital to cultivating high performing, highly engaged teams. Being a part of our team means we partner together to achieve mutual goals. To this end, Discovery Education offers a robust and comprehensive insurance package. You can find a complete listing on our Career Page.

Along with traditional insurance offerings, our inclusive offerings center around:

• Career Development Ownership - Be the driver of your success!
• Continuing Education AND Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Mentorship program and collaboration with veteran leaders
• Constant opportunities for cross-functional training and skill building
• Uncapped career growth

Team Member Wellness - When you feel great, you do great work!

• Leave for life's moments including 7 recognized holidays
• Take PTO without the vacation guilt
• Up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Winter Holiday Break (typically the last week of December)

This opportunity is perfect for people interested in joining a high-performing, collaborative team, who enjoy a dynamic industry, and are excited about high-impact, project-based work., $81,000.00 - $117,400.00 per year

At Discovery Education, we are fulfilling our mission of preparing learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world. Serving more than 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and primary schools in the UK, and more than 140 countries around the globe; we are on a journey to transform teaching and learning though innovative partnerships with school districts, states, ministries of education, and other like-minded organizations. We have built an award-winning and highly reputable organization because of talented and driven people who work together to accelerate student achievement by tapping into students' natural curiosity and desire to learn by capturing their minds and imagination through the fascination of Discovery.