Software Engineer (Java Alfresco)

HMH is a learning technology company committed to delivering connected solutions that engage learners, empower educators and improve student outcomes. As a leading provider of K–12 core curriculum, supplemental and intervention solutions, and professional learning services, HMH partners with educators and school districts to uncover solutions that unlock students’ potential and extend teachers’ capabilities.

HMH serves more than 50 million students and 4 million educators in 150 countries. HMH Technology India Pvt. Ltd. is our technology and innovation arm in India focused on developing novel products and solutions using cutting-edge technology to better serve our clients globally. HMH aims to help employees grow as people, and not just as professionals. For more information, visit www.hmhco.com

Technology Stack: 

You'll work with technologies such as:

•    Development: Java, Javascript

•    Framework: Spring Framework, Angular, YUI

•    API: RESTful APIs

•    Development and deployment: GitHub, Jenkins, Concourse CI, Maven

•    Container: Docker and Kubernetes

•    Database: PostgreSQL, RDS Aurora

•    Cloud: AWS, Terraform

We aren’t overly concerned with tech stack - if you’re interested in learning new things, we’re interested in teaching you.  Visit our HMH Engineering Blog - here

What you’ll be doing: 

•    Write Back-End and Front-End highly maintainable code at scale for the content and metadata platform used by our HMH content creators, using modern web technologies (Web Components, Node.js, Typescript).

•    Write Deployment Scripts (infrastructure as code).

•    As a true full stack developer, if you are interested you will have opportunities to contribute not only front-end and back-end code, but also to the full application life including devops, cloud, monitoring, testing automation and more.

What you’ll bring:

•    3+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field is preferred

•    Experience with Java Spring Framework as well as front-end (HTML/JS) but place the highest value on the ability to be productive in a wide range of environments, and learn to be productive quickly, even with unfamiliar tools

•    Understanding of software development processes 

•    Ability to test, analyze data and improve constantly

•    Experience with browser developers’ tools (Chrome or Firefox) 

•    Understanding of RESTful services (status codes, operation types, payload formats) 

•    Cloud familiarity (preference for AWS)

•    Code reviews and version control (preference for Git) 

•    Experience writing and implementing unit tests

Nice to have:

•    Know multiple programming languages (JavaScript, Java…)

•    Experience developing with Alfresco version 5.x and above

Physical Requirements:

•    Might be in a stationary position for a considerable time (sitting and/or standing)

•    The person in this position needs to move about inside office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc

•    Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer

•    Must be able to collaborate with colleagues via face to face, conference calls, and online meetings  

HMH Technology Private Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit https://careers.hmhco.com/. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.