Purpose of this Position
At times independently operate when setting up, support and deliverables for projects either locally or internationally. Also work in a team environment when developing solutions for potential clients with new requirements and on big project. Supporting the business in project work and being able to adapt to last minute changes/work.
Key Responsibilities Measures
Writing end to end solutions or modifying existing solution to improve efficiency
The successful operation and milestones of each project requirements being met within or completing within tight timeframes
Able to start setting up projects in regards to scanning, OMR and preparing for emark independently
Able to start the work process with little oversight once requirements have been laid out
Being flexible by alternating between project support to software development to taking onboard new tasks/requirements
Ability to switch between tasks and learning requirements and being able to complete the tasks
Work with AWS infrastructure on regular web app deployments
Ability to work with AWS cloud environment and knowledge on AWS services
Main Job Dimensions
Adaptability
Most of the work is every changing due to client requirements or when problems arise being able to switch to solving and providing a solution to said problems. Work is not static and requires a lot of flexibility in being able to suddenly change to new tasks.
Communication
Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
Continuous Learning
Actively learning and building skills required for the foreseeable further in relation to future client and business requirements
Innovation
With the potential of new projects where solutions are required being able to think outside of the box to provide new but efficient solutions
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
Work Standards
Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Main Challenges
Job Fit - Challenging work
Working on high pressure tasks with limited timeframe for deliver but also working internationally for weeks at a time independently with the potential for no backup on supporting and delivering projects.
Job Fit - Continuous learning
Increasing knowledge and skill when circumstances call for additional learning.
Qualifications and/or Experience
Preferable
At least 3 years commercial experience with C#.NET on Windows based development. Any Web
based development and AI machine learning experience or self-study exposure is added value.
- At least 5 years commercial experience with Microsoft SQL Server Database Engine, SSIS, SSRS
- Experience working with MySQL and Workbench is added value.
- Solid knowledge of T-SQL.
- Experience with SSMS, SSDT, and offline database development.
- Installing and configuring Database systems, patches and upgrades. Especially Windows based.
- Database administration of SQL Servers including Performance Tuning, Backup/Recovery and
Security
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
- Support of development, Test, and production database environments
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
Other Relevant Information
This position description is indicative of the range of job requirements.
The job comprises other duties as required.
It is the responsibility of all employees to ensure they behave in a way that is consistent with the company's Code of Conduct and its policies and procedures.
Who we are:
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
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Job: Engineering
Job Family: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 20718