Intern-Software Engineering Jobs at Pearson in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Job Overview

Intern-Software Engineering (Java/React)

Responsible for the core software engineering tasks in a project team. The individual will be required to work with dynamic teams that are driven by project delivery goals. Should possess the drive to learn and continuously improve on work performances. The individual will be required to participate in periodic appraisal cycles to evaluate and determine advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

Listed below are the typical duties and responsibilities expected of an individual for the job title described in this document. The items specified below are a guideline of the minimum expectations for the job title; changes will be made on a case-by-case basis for individuals who show potential to take on more responsibilities.

Other duties may be assigned time to time.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Ensures that code artifacts produced are of the highest quality, conforming to set or agreed upon standards under the guidance of software engineer
• Follows the Pearson practices and processes.
• Escalates and communicates issues, risks and concerns to the mentor
• Provides realistic estimates and achieves on-time delivery.
• Makes effective use of engineering tools and technologies
• Builds competencies in product and technology domain to the desired level.
• Aligns self to organizational goals.
• Adhere to Pearson values and ethical practices.
• Maintains a sense of individuality in thinking and decision-making.

Is a professional in work aspects as well as to conduct with other individuals

Qualifications

Education / Experience

*Individual should be following a Bachelor’s degree in Computing or Information Technology/Management. *Individuals who are following a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a specialization in      the Engineering field will also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Very good understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and Design
• Good technical knowledge and hands-on experience in one technology stack (Java/React/Scripting)
• Basic understanding of Software Engineering Best Practices
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact promptly and professionally with teams across different time zones.
• Ability to learn new technologies rapidly and share knowledge with other team members
• Desirable Experience or Knowledge in the following areas:
• Web Application Development
• UI/UX Technologies
• Source control systems
• Unit testing and test automation frameworks
• Continuous integration and continuous deployment tools and technologies
• Agile practices
• Web and Application Servers
• Database design and programming

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