Software Engineer Senior

Are you passionate about transforming EdTech? Do you want to empower students around the world to achieve their academic goals? Then keep reading below for this Senior Software Engineer opportunity!

NOTE: This is not a fully remote position. Must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale Arizona three days a week.

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer Senior to join our innovative Solutions Engineering team. Every day you will make a difference in the lives of others by guiding and provisioning complex technology solutions and collaborating with multidisciplinary leads to optimize and enhance ASU products on a global scale. You will have a unique opportunity to drive innovation and shape the future of higher education technology by playing a pivotal role in provisioning cutting-edge solutions across our digital portfolio. 

As a senior member of our team, you will also mentor and oversee the work produced by other EdPlus engineers, student developers, and contractors. By fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning, you will contribute to their professional growth and ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Essential Duties:

• Design, develop and support high-quality technology services.
• Lead the development and implementation of technical solutions, ensuring they meet the defined requirements, quality standards, and project timelines.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams about various engineering topics such as detailed design, APIs, etc.
• Conduct discussions with team members to understand product scope.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Maintain technical currency and take advantage of professional development opportunities.
• Guide effective documentation and communication of engineering processes to EdPlus engineers, student engineers and contractors.
• Contribute to the larger IT community across the University.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks to identify opportunities for improving system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Assess potential risks and vulnerabilities in the implemented solutions and propose mitigation strategies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system designs, architecture diagrams, and user guides.
• Provide mentorship to all engineers on your team to help them grow in their technical responsibilities.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

NOTE: This is not a fully remote position. Must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale Arizona three days a week.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of software design principles, software development methodologies, and programming languages (React, NodeJs, PHP, Drupal, Composer, JavaScript, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
• Demonstrated proficiency in relevant technologies (Single Page Applications, Middleware, Learning Tools Interoperability-LTI, LMS, H5P, Blockly, API Development and GraphQL), frameworks (Serverless, Event-Driven, Microservices), and tools (AWS, Google Cloud, Infrastructure as Code) used in the industry.
• Experience building decoupled, secure, resilient, serverless applications using cloud native technologies (AWS preferred, e.g., API Gateway, Lambda, Serverless Framework).
• Evidence of knowledge of federated authentication and authorization models, including cloud security and access policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of JWT and OAuth.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Evidence of excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and work in a team environment.
• Evidence of flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapt to changing requirements, and learn new technologies as needed.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness in system designs, documentation, and implementation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of customer service and consensus building skills through attempts to acknowledge differing needs, understanding, and objectives that may result in conflict.
• Demonstrated comfort in engaging with both internal and external stakeholders about software specifications and other business requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects with minimal supervision and direction.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively to drive the technical improvements and solve tough challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to software development lifecycle principles and standard methodologies.
• Demonstrated skills with a variety of development methodologies and ability to adapt these to the needs of an organization using Agile processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced team as well as with other experts across other disciplines.

NOTE: Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:

• Describe a time you designed and implemented a decoupled, serverless application using cloud-native technologies (such as AWS Lambda, API Gateway, or Serverless Framework). How did you ensure the solution was secure, resilient, and scalable?
• This role requires proficiency in a diverse stack including React, Node.js, and various database models (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB). Provide an example of how you have integrated these technologies with middleware or APIs (such as GraphQL or LTI) to solve a complex technical challenge.

Salary & Benefits:

$105,000 - $115,000 per year, DOE

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click here to explore options.

• Healthcare
• Financial Security
• Retirement
• Family Resources
• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
• Discounts

Working Environment: 

Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is NOT a fully remote position.)

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement: 

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the University charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

Apply by 11:59 pm Arizona time: Monday, March 30, 2026.

Do you have strong financial knowledge, excellent analytical skills, clear attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset? Are you looking to grow with an experienced financial and planning analysis team? Then apply today for this Financial Planning & Accounting Analyst opportunity!

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.              

Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!

We are seeking a Financial Planning & Accounting Analyst to join our high-performing finance team. Every day you will make a difference in the lives of others by performing detailed cost and financial analyses and providing recommendations to ensure the efficient utilization of resources and proper accounting of transactions. 

Essential Duties:

• Is responsible for departmental entries and account reporting, including budget, forecast and actuals.
• Performs detailed cost and financial analysis, forecasts, and projections.
• Monitors account expenditures; maintains and reconciles account budgets; evaluates against budget guidelines.
• Assists in the annual budget and biannual forecast processes as well as preparation of operational and budget worksheets.
• Performs variance analysis (budget vs. actuals, forecast vs. actuals).
• Analyzes and interprets financial data for decision-making and planning.
• Communicates with EdPlus and ASU staff on their financial plans and answers policy, budget, and procedure questions.
• Identifies areas of concern and recommends appropriate corrective measures.
• Supports accounting- and finance-related process improvement initiatives.
• Supports month-end and year-end close with financial reporting and analysis.
• Builds and maintains financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepares management reports, dashboards, and presentations for review.
• Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

NOTE: This is not a fully remote position. Must be able to reliably commute to Scottsdale AZ.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience working at ASU or another higher education institution.
• Demonstrated skills and experience with auditing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Evidence of strong Excel skills.
• Experience in preparing financial and management reports on a timely basis.
• Demonstrated skill in performing numerical calculations.
• Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an environment subject to quickly changing and potentially conflicting priorities.
• Demonstrated willingness and desire for continuous learning and advancing personal skillset.

Salary & Benefits: 

$54,600 - $67,000 per year; DOE

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click here to explore options.

• Healthcare
• Financial Security
• Retirement
• Family Resources
• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
• Discounts

Working Environment: 

Your desk will be in the beautiful, cutting-edge, and collaborative workspace at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is NOT a fully remote position.)

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States. EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Department Statement: 

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the University charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

Apply before 11:59 pm Arizona time: Tuesday, April 7, 2026