Ascend Learning
Associate Software Engineer
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Leawood, KS
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Software Engineering
🗓️ September 4th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Ascend Learning is hiring an Associate Software Engineer to develop and maintain scalable software applications supporting multiple Ascend Learning businesses. The role involves designing solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and deploying software using technologies such as C#, .NET, Angular, Docker, and Kafka.
Highlights
- Design, develop, and maintain software for the ATI Nursing Platform using C#, .NET Core, Angular, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, JavaScript, Web API, REST Services, and MSSQL.
- Implement event-driven architecture and messaging with Kafka for real-time data streaming and inter-service communication.
- Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders across locations.
- Participate in design and architecture of projects and execute deployments in production and non-production environments, including on-call rotation support.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
- Knowledge of C#, object-oriented programming, .NET Framework/Core, ASP.NET, MVC, Web API; familiarity with Angular 12+, HTML5, CSS3, and Bootstrap is a plus.
- Experience with Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services (AWS or Azure) is preferred.
- Experience with agile methodologies and strong problem-solving and communication skills required.
- Benefit offerings include flexible paid time off, competitive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, parental leave, wellness resources, tuition reimbursement, and hybrid work.
- Works within a diverse, inclusive culture focused on innovation and customer impact.
Associate Software Engineer Full Description
Assoc Software Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Requisition Number: ASSOC006054
Full-Time
Leawood, KS 66211, USA
Job Details
Description
We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture
Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.
We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
We are seeking an Associate Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of software applications in a for-profit organization using multiple technologies. The development team is responsible for both maintenance and development of multiple services/applications that serve several Ascend Learning businesses.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
This position will work a hybrid schedule from our Leawood, KS office location.
HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable software solutions for the ATI Nursing Platform, using advanced technologies like C#, .NET, Angular, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, JavaScript, Web API, Rest Services, and MSSQL.
- Implement event-driven architecture and messaging systems using Kafka for real-time data streaming and inter-service communication.
- Collaborate with a diverse team of developers and Product Owners to define and deliver impactful projects
- Work independently, as well as with team members on different teams and in different locations including directly with business stakeholders
- Assist and in some cases be responsible for the design and architecture of projects and features
- Execute deployments in production and non-production environments and willing to support deployments outside of work hours participate in an on-call rotation
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field or relevant work experience preferred. High school diploma or GED required
- Demonstrated organizational and teamwork skills, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to participate in collaborative development projects
- Excellent problem-solving skills and an ability to translate a business scenario into a technical solution
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members
- Foundational knowledge of C# and object-oriented programming
- Hands-on experience with technologies such as .NET Core / .NET Framework, ASP.NET, MVC, and Web API. Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Angular 12+, HTML5, CSS 3.0, and Bootstrap is a plus
- Experience with Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes is preferred
- Experience with cloud services such as AWS or Azure is preferred
- Understanding of infrastructural and operational principles
- Experience with agile methodologies and principles
- Understanding of an Agile based development methodology or similar formal methodologies preferred
BENEFITS
- Flexible and generous paid time off
- Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) employer matching program
- Parental leave
- Wellness resources
- Charitable matching program
- Hybrid work
- On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
- Community outreach groups
- Tuition reimbursement
Fostering A Sense of Belonging
We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
About Ascend Learning
As a tech-enabled services company, Ascend Learning is a national leader in developing and delivering data-driven online educational content, software, assessments, analytics, and simulations serving institutions, students and employers across healthcare, fitness and wellness, public and workplace safety, skilled trades, insurance, financial services, cybersecurity, and higher education. We're committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to have an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve. Headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2023 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.
Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
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