Open EDX Developer

Job description:

Overview:

At Alkemy EdTech, the Open edX Developer will play a key role in designing, customizing, and maintaining our next-generation e-learning platform. The role involves developing features, integrations, and enhancements on the Open edX ecosystem to deliver engaging and scalable learning solutions

Key Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain Open edX instances for Alkemy EdTechs learning products.

Develop custom features, XBlocks, and platform extensions tailored to organizational needs.

Build and optimize front-end experiences using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Integrate Open edX with CRMs, payment gateways, and other third-party tools.

Ensure platform performance, security, and scalability for high user traffic.

Collaborate with content, design, and academic teams to deliver impactful e-learning experiences.

Document system architecture, processes, and custom developments for internal knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

Strong expertise in Python, Django, and Open edX.

Experience with React.js, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3.

Hands-on knowledge of XBlocks, theming, and Open edX customization.

Familiarity with Databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL), Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure/GCP.

Understanding of LTI, SCORM, SSO (OAuth/SAML) integrations.

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with recent Open edX named releases (Lilac, Maple, Nutmeg, Palm, etc.).

Knowledge of Elasticsearch, Redis, RabbitMQ.

Prior work in EdTech/LMS development.

• Contributions to the Open edX community

Job Type: Full-time

• Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 25 years of development experience (with minimum 1 year in Open edX).

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person