Web Application Developer (Performance Optimization)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Web Application Developer with 5+ years of experience specializing in performance optimization and scalability. This role focuses on improving the speed, efficiency, and reliability of our web applications while contributing to feature development across the stack. You’ll work closely with product, design, and engineering teams to identify bottlenecks, implement improvements, and ensure a seamless user experience.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze, identify, and resolve performance bottlenecks across front-end and back-end systems Optimize application performance, including load times, API response times, and database queries Develop and maintain scalable web applications using modern frameworks and tools Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code Monitor application performance and implement improvements based on metrics and user feedback Conduct code reviews and contribute to best practices for performance and scalability Troubleshoot production issues and implement long-term fixes Required Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience in web application development at large usage scales Extensive experience with MongoDB and MongoDB Atlas Cloud, including sharding, replication, index design, query plans, and operation profiling Solid experience with Go (Golang) for backend services Experience with Vue.js for front-end development Proven track record of improving application performance and scalability Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and web architecture Experience with performance monitoring and debugging tools Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with caching strategies (e.g., Redis, CDN optimization) Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Experience with CI/CD pipelines Understanding of microservices architecture Key Skills Performance tuning and optimization Problem-solving and analytical thinking Strong communication and collaboration skills Attention to detail and code quality Applications will be accepted through July 7. This window may be extended depending on business needs. 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 California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC laws, the pay range for this position is as follows: The full-time salary range for this position is between $120,000 - $135,000 This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.