Algorithm Software Developer

Algorithm Software Developer

Job ID: 2013-20334
# of Positions: 1
Posted Date: 10/3/2013
Job Location: US-MA-Westford
Position Type: Regular Full Time
Category: Information Technology

Overview

At Pearson, we're committed to a world that's always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always reexamining the way people learn best, whether it's one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe.

We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology - and each other to surpass these boundaries - we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global, large and small.

At Pearson, we believe in taking care of our people, which is probably why we provide some of the best benefits in the business. What sets us apart is a desire to ensure that our workplace programs are designed to meet the needs of our diverse team and their families. We don't believe in a 'one for all' benefits package. Across our businesses we provide a spectrum of options so that when you join, you can expect these benefits as standard:
- flexible health offerings allowing you to choose from a variety of plans to meet you and your family's needs
- generous paid time off
- maternity, paternity and family care leave
- flexible work policies that help you balance your personal and professional life
- profit sharing plans that reward you when the company does well
- stock purchase options which give you the chance to own a stake in Pearson's future
- 401(k) retirement plans, with company matching, in the US
- aid for guidance on stress, health and other confidential needs

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Pearson develops and markets the Quotient® ADHD System, an FDA-cleared medical device that aids in the objective assessment of ADHD symptoms. For product information, please visit our product web site www.quotient-adhd.com .

The Quotient team, within the Clinical Assessment group of Pearson, combines a fast-paced environment, where a small team of dedicated individuals are empowered and boundaries are minimized, with a proven technology, a growing installed base, and the resources of Pearson, the world's largest education company.

The successful candidate will be an innovative software developer who enjoys contributing to multiple technical areas, while understanding the structure of an agile medical device development process.
- Reports to the VP, Quotient Product Development
- With a minimum of supervision, performs in-house software development in designated areas, which may include:
- Cloud based applications for data storage and retrieval.
- Tablet and phone based applications.
- Web services.
- Contributes product ideas for enhancements in future releases.

Qualifications

Experience
- Six or more years of varied software development experience in a commercial environment.
- Specific technical skills: knowledge of and experience with the following:
- At least two of: Java, Objective C, C++.
- OpenCV or similar computer vision technologies.
- Image processing algorithms for feature detection and recognition.
- At least two of: Mac OS X, Linux, Windows.
- One or more SQL database systems.
- HTML, XML, and Javascript.
- Configuration management/revision control systems.
- Command line interfaces for.nix systems.
- Agile software development.
- Convention over configuration.

Personal skills
- Enjoys cool things like simulating human motion with a robot.
- Aptitude for mathematical algorithms.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- A hands-on, do whatever it takes type of attitude.
- Willingness to work in a regulated software environment, including HIPAA and FDA regulations.

Education
- BS or advanced degree in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics, Engineering/Biomedical Engineering, or related field. Master's preferred.