What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Architect position at Pearson?
What you do
- Drive solution designs, deep architectural discussions with internal teams as well as with client and partner technical teams.
- Handle ambiguity in requirements and solutions. Drive commercially viable and winning solutions apt for the local market.
- Acts as Face of Technology with global clients and partners. Should be comfortable with Cloud, Application architecture, Agile principles, and Cost estimations.
- Acts as Face of technology for your projects with all teams across VUE (Operations, Marketing, Content Development, Legal, Program Management and Business Development)
- Reporting to Head of VUE Architecture, closely collaborate as needed with all VUE Enterprise Architects, product/platform Architects and Cybersecurity teams.
- Should be able to present to Technology executives and VUE SET (Senior Executive Team) for decisions.
- Closely working with Product Manager, Project Manager, Business System Analyst, and Quality Engineer, you’ll oversee and support the execution by partner teams.
- Provide architectural leadership to Enterprise UI Framework team
- May be required to travel occasionally as needed.
What you bring
- Experience in Cloud native solutions, full stack application architecture and development, Agile practices.
- Technical and Architectural leadership
- Great collaborative skills
- Great communication skills to be able to work with local clients and partners in Saudi, France, China, India etc
- Passion to learn and expand knowledge in application of technology for business benefits.
- Ability to handle ambiguity, find pragmatic path forward to drive solutions and execution.
- Strong in technology fundamentals and ability to learn any new technologies quickly as required.
- Mandatory Technical skills - Angular, Java/.NET, Azure/AWS/GCP, Cybersecurity tools, Observability, Microservices architecture, Docker, SQL and NoSQL, ability to navigate Monolith and ball of mud architectures.
- Preferred skills - React, Traditional MVC web architecture.
You'll work alongside of high caliber enterprise architects and collaborate across the organization and clients/partners in this role.
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
The minimum full-time salary range is between $120k - 130k
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
What to expect from Pearson
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
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Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 14897
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Salary : $120,000 - $130,000