Software Engineer I (entry level)- Puebla-México at Ellucian

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Ellucian is hiring a Software Engineer I (entry level) to join their platform engineering team. The role involves contributing to AI-enabled features, developing secure APIs, and enhancing web applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position is designed for candidates with foundational backend or web development experience who want to grow their engineering skills and impact higher education institutions globally.

Highlights

Develop AI-assisted and automated features with approved platforms under senior engineer guidance.
Build, enhance, and maintain secure, well-documented APIs to support platform integrations.
Contribute to frontend and backend web and marketplace application development.
Participate in agile processes including code reviews and technical discussions.
Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and architecture teams to deliver value.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience required.
Experience with modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Java.
Familiarity with web application development and frontend-backend API integration.
Interest and exposure to AI, machine learning, or generative AI concepts.
Nice to have experience with AI service integration, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), OpenAPI/Swagger, OAuth, Git, CI/CD, or DevOps fundamentals.
Employee benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 30-day Christmas bonus, saving fund, food coupons, vacation days, parental leave, and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement and LinkedIn Learning.

Software Engineer I (entry level)- Puebla-México Full Description

About Ellucian

Ellucian powers innovation for higher education, partnering with approximately 3,000 customers across 50 countries, serving more than 21 million students. Ellucian's AI-powered platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened engagement for all students, faculty and staff. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future. These solutions and services span the entire student lifecycle, including data-rich tools for student recruitment, enrollment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. Ellucian's innovative solutions, vast ecosystem of partners and user community of more than 45,000 provides best practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving better student outcomes.

About the Opportunity

Ellucian is seeking a Software Engineer I to join our platform engineering organization and help build intelligent, scalable, and secure cloud capabilities. In this role, you will contribute to AI-enabled features, APIs, and modern web experiences that support Ellucian's ecosystem, including customer and partner-facing solutions such as the Ellucian Marketplace. You'll work alongside experienced engineers across backend services, APIs, and web applications, learning how to integrate data, automate workflows, and deliver high-quality user experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your engineering skills while helping higher education institutions worldwide solve meaningful problems.

Where you will make an impact

Contribute to AI-enabled features by implementing AI-assisted and automation capabilities using approved platforms, SDKs, and services under guidance from senior engineers.Support API and backend development by building, enhancing, and maintaining secure, well-documented APIs that enable platform integrations.Learn and apply the best platform practices, including RESTful design, performance optimization, and secure coding standards.Help evolve web and marketplace experiences by contributing to web application development across frontend and backend components.Deliver user-focused solutions with attention to usability, accessibility, and maintainability.Grow as a software engineer by participating in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and technical discussions.Collaborate effectively with teammates across engineering, product, and architecture to understand requirements and deliver incremental value.

What will you bring

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Foundational experience designing or building backend services, APIs, or web applications (through internships, coursework, or early professional roles).Working knowledge of at least one modern programming language such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Java.Familiarity with web application development and integrating frontends with APIs.Exposure to AI, machine learning, or generative AI concepts and an interest in applying them in real-world applications.Basic understanding of AI concepts such as model APIs, inference workflows, prompts, or data pipelines.Awareness of secure coding, data privacy, and quality best practices.Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn in a collaborative technical environment.

Nice to Have

Hands-on experience integrating AI services or tools through projects, labs, or internships.Familiarity with cloud platforms or managed services (AWS, Azure, or equivalent).Exposure to OpenAPI/Swagger, OAuth, or authentication and authorization concepts.Experience contributing to shared codebases using Git and participating in peer code reviews.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, SaaS applications, or DevOps fundamentals.
What makes #Ellucianlife

Comprehensive health coverage: family major medical expenses, dental and life insurance.Christmas bonus 30 daysSaving fundMonthly food coupon15 workdays vacationThrive Flex Program that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests5 charitable days to support the community that supports usDiversity and inclusion programs that promote employee resource groups such as: Women in Technology, Pride and Go Green to name a few.Parental leaveEmployee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the teamWe Foster a learning culture with: Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Professional development opportunitiesLinkedIn Learning

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