Software Developer - New Graduate

About the role

You will analyze and decompose complex educational and workplace learning problems into scalable technical solutions using modern software practices. You will design, build, and maintain features on a global platform that serves millions of learners and administrators every day. Your code will directly influence how people teach, learn, and develop skills in schools and companies around the world. You will work with cutting edge technologies in distributed systems, automated testing, user interfaces, mobile applications, and cloud computing to turn product vision into reality. You will collaborate daily with product managers, designers, and test developers to ensure the right solutions are built with quality and clarity. You will bring a strong foundation in computer science fundamentals and object oriented design to solve real world challenges. Your work will contribute directly to D2l mission of transforming how the world learns and improving human potential globally.

Key facts

What you'll do

Analyze and decompose business and learning requirements into robust technical solutions that drive measurable improvements in user outcomes.

Design and implement object oriented systems using languages such as C++, C#, or Java while adhering to strict coding standards and best practices.

Develop and maintain user interfaces that deliver intuitive, accessible, and responsive experiences for a diverse global user base.

Implement and optimize distributed systems components to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance across cloud environments.

Write and maintain automated tests, including unit, integration, and end to end tests, to safeguard product quality and accelerate delivery.

Collaborate closely with technical product managers, UX designers, and test developers to refine product specifications and validate solutions.

Investigate and integrate appropriate artificial intelligence tools to enhance learning experiences and streamline development workflows.

Partner with data teams to instrument applications, analyze usage patterns, and use insights to inform product decisions and prioritize improvements.

Maintain and evolve existing codebases, ensuring reliability, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Take ownership of your work from conception through deployment, participating in code reviews, retrospectives, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing across teams to support onboarding and long term maintainability.

Experiment with emerging technologies in the learning and education space to prototype new features and validate ideas through user feedback.

Support the full software development lifecycle, including requirements grooming, estimation, sprint planning, and stakeholder communication.

Champion quality and reliability by identifying edge cases, defining clear acceptance criteria, and validating releases before launch.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field completed in 2025.

Demonstrated proficiency in object oriented programming with at least one language such as C++, C#, or Java.

Strong grasp of core computer science concepts including data structures, algorithms, database systems, and distributed computing.

Solid understanding of software development practices, including version control, debugging, testing, and code quality.

Experience working on software development projects, ideally within a technology driven company or related internship roles.

Ability to analyze ambiguous problems, ask clarifying questions, and propose practical technical approaches.

Willingness to learn new frameworks, libraries, and tools quickly while adhering to established coding conventions and standards.

Eligibility to work in the country of assignment and compliance with any required employment authorization or visa requirements.

Nice to have

Acumen with modern AI tools and their practical applications in software development and learning scenarios.

Experience with cloud platforms, containerization, and infrastructure as code approaches.

Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design principles for digital products.

Knowledge of modern frontend frameworks and responsive web technologies.

Exposure to educational technology products, learning management systems, or workforce development platforms.

Practical notes

This role operates in a hybrid work model with an expectation of 3 days per week in the office.

Employment is permanent with a start date aligned with graduation in 2025.

Travel is generally not required for this position.

Visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates based on location and role requirements.

This posting is not for a current vacancy; it is for future candidate consideration.