Software Engineer - AI/Automation
Durham, North Carolina
2025 Intern Hire
About Pearson:
Our purpose: 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. Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 17,000+ employees are dedicated to creating high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
About Digital and Technology
In Digital & Technology (D&T), we see the potential of technology and the promise it offers. D&T is a Corporate Function in Pearson dedicated to providing enterprise technology to power our organization and serve as a foundation for consumer products. We use a "We" mindset when designing and partnering with our stakeholders to build secure, scalable, and resilient technology solutions.
About the Job:
A Software Engineer AI/Automation develops the AI/Automation workflow solutions that meets the business requirements. This role focuses on analyzing, documenting the technical design documents aligning with the requirements focus on automations across Pearson Business Units and any other automation initiatives like conversation AI. This role reports to the Automation Center of Excellence Manager.
Key Skills & Experience:
Skills & Experience:
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.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 16878
About Pearson:
Our purpose: 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. Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 17,000+ employees are dedicated to creating high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
About Digital and Technology
In Digital & Technology (D&T), we see the potential of technology and the promise it offers. D&T is a Corporate Function in Pearson dedicated to providing enterprise technology to power our organization and serve as a foundation for consumer products. We use a "We" mindset when designing and partnering with our stakeholders to build secure, scalable, and resilient technology solutions.
About the Job:
A Software Engineer AI/Automation develops the AI/Automation workflow solutions that meets the business requirements. This role focuses on analyzing, documenting the technical design documents aligning with the requirements focus on automations across Pearson Business Units and any other automation initiatives like conversation AI. This role reports to the Automation Center of Excellence Manager.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Responsible for analyzing, documenting, and communicating requirements and specifications to the development teams.
- Performing feasibility study by providing technical inputs during the design phase.
- Designing RPA solutions by creating solution design documents (SDD) based on process definition document (PDD).
- Able to contribute in a fast-paced Agile/Scrum environment with guidance, and eager to learn new technologies and adapt quickly.
- Work closely with teams to help develop quality solutions, supporting continuous integration and helping to ensure smooth, error-free deployments that meet customer needs.
- Hands-on experience with Excel Macros, VBA, Outlook, databases, Python, JavaScript, and some exposure to programming languages.
- Familiar with CI/CD and DevOps practices, along with basic knowledge of tools supporting RPA solutions like BitBucket and JFrog.
- Collaborate with platform business analysts to understand data standards, definitions, checklists, guidelines for automation needs.
- Assist in the production deployment process and post-launch support to maintain smooth operation of the solution.
- Excellent problem solving, leadership and multi-tasking skills
- Knowledge in Intelligent Automation tools (MS Power Automate, UiPath, BluePrism) is nice to have
Skills & Experience:
- Experience as a Software engineer in Python, UI technologies, Java Script, SQL
- Proven record of driving medium to high complex technology solutions for business requirements
- Degree in related field of study (Computer Science, Management Information Systems or similar discipline)
- Demonstrated ability to translate and transform business requirement rules, Process Definition Document into Technical Solution Design Documents.
- Highly effective communicator with written, oral, and interpersonal skills
- Expertise with MS Office Tools
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.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 16878
Created: 2024-09-14
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Country: United States
State: North Carolina
City: Durham
ZIP: 27703
About Pearson
Founded in: 1844
Number of Employees: 32000
Website: https://www.pearson.com/en-us.html
Career site: https://pearson.jobs/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearsonitalia/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PearsonStudium
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