Purpose

One of our goals at Pearson is to help more people learn English and other languages to enable them to make progress in their lives, whether that's to get a promotion at work, move abroad to study or work or earn a qualification. Mondly is part of our English Language Learning division. Mondly offers high-quality online learning in English and 40 other languages to consumers across the world via its mobile and web apps, virtual reality and augmented reality products It has had 100 million downloads worldwide, offering professional and personal language learning in a combination of 1300+ different language pairs.

This is an exciting time to join the Pearson Mondly team, as you can play a key part in shaping growth plans.

About the Position:

Mondly is looking for an experienced WordPress Developer to join our team! As a WordPress Developer, you will be responsible for designing, creating and maintaining websites using the WordPress platform. You will be working with a small but talented team and will be expected to hit the ground running. If you are a self-motivated and creative problem solver, this could be the position for you.

Main responsibilities:

• Implement new features and functionalities for the company blog;

• Responsible for both back-end and front-end development;

• Develop and maintain WordPress plugins and themes;

• Ensure high performance and availability, and manage all technical aspects of the CMS;

• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices;

• Collaborate with other team members to ensure the blog is optimized for usability and performance;

• Maintaining security and optimizing any existing code.

At Mondly, we build the learning metaverse, and each team member is key to our success. Join us, and you’ll benefit from:

• Hybrid working arrangements (work from home combined with in-office, where possible)

• Access to tech teams from Google, Apple, and Meta

• Day-to-day inspiration from working with A-players and training

• Financial success connected to performance

• Challenging objectives and support to accomplish them

You are the perfect fit for this role if you have:

• At least 3 years of experience in WordPress development;

• Solid knowledge of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript;

• Working knowledge with AWS Elastic Beanstalk, S3 and Cloud front, is a plus;

• A good understanding of relational databases, in particular MySQL, is a plus;

• Experience with responsive and adaptive design is preferred;

• Evident fluency in the English Language, being confident in speaking, reading and writing communication;

• Passionate about understanding and identifying with the brand they represent;

• Tech-savvy and detail-oriented.

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 ppsmhr@pearson.com.

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Job: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: English Language Learning

Schedule: PART_TIME

Req ID: 10303

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