Technical Lead - Education Systems and Automation

Reference number: JR#removed#

Location: Hybrid working - home and our office in London Bridge

Working pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Number of roles: 1

Salary: £75,000-85,000 per annum

We are looking for a Technical Lead- Education Systems and Automation to join our team.

We’re currently looking for a multi-faceted and innovative Technical Lead who will drive the development and implementation of cutting-edge educational technologies in support of our roadmaps for Pathways Education Systems (Classroom technologies, student identity etc), as well as providing technical ownership of the Automation capability across Pathways as a whole.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Reasonable understanding of microservice design patterns, and domain driven design

• Strong problem solver, with proven experience working through problems to identify root causes

• Strong understanding of key AWS technologies and how to maximise their value for developer impact and operational effectiveness

• A background of successfully leading small development teams, ensuring effective, efficient and high-quality technical deliveries are the norm

• Strong written and visual communicator, able to create documentation, diagrams and presentations that quickly convey ideas and understand of technical concepts to wide audiences

• Strong experience with developing applications with PHP and Angular.

• Good understanding of databases - with an ability to understand and evolve data models, query databases with SQL, and have a reasonable understanding of concepts that impact the operation and efficiency of data stores

• Experience developing platforms that are robust, resilient and monitorable - ensuring that they can meet demands of customers

• Experience developing REST APIs, with a clear understanding of the best practices in building APIs

• Demonstrated capability of knowing when to think and when to act - with an overall bias for pragmatism and action

• Demonstrated experience in being agile and adaptable in your approach - with the clear ability to learn new technologies on a regular basis, and maintain an awareness

• Strong understanding of approaches to security, from securing data at rest through to role based authorization methods

What we do

Kaplan International Pathways is a leading provider of global education centred around our students. Whoever they are, and wherever they are in the world, our goal is to help them achieve their goals.

We offer a range of study options to our students - ranging from degree preparation and direct admission, helping students to receive a life-changing education. Our partnerships with over 40 universities worldwide create wonderful opportunities for students, education agents, sponsors and more. Kaplan International Pathways guides more than 20,000 students to university each year. Our strong partnerships with universities in the UK, USA and Australia have opened up amazing educational opportunities to students from across the globe.

Our success story is underpinned by our overall mission - to connect students, agents, sponsors and partner universities by matching life-changing international education opportunities with individual needs and aspirations.

What we offer

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 days annual leave*

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

• Company pension contributions

• Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

• Medicash Health Cash Plan

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role no later than 11 November 2024. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Additional Application Information

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, depending on the nature of the role, successful candidates may be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

At Kaplan International Pathways, we're dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers, we ensure fair treatment for all employees, safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010, and beyond.

We actively welcome individuals from varied backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation, appreciating the distinct viewpoints and contributions they offer. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, people with visible and hidden disabilities, and individuals of any age or family status.

Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.

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