We are the world’s learning company with more than 24,000 employees operating in 70 countries. We combine world-class educational content and assessment, powered by services and technology, to enable more effective teaching and personalized learning at scale. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.

Pearson Marketing Cloud (PMC) is our Global Technology Platform that enables customers to access learning products and services through eCommerce and Digital Marketing journeys. We currently process more than 80% of global Pearson eCommerce revenue and serves nearly 50% of all Pearson web traffic, with over 24million page views per month.

We are looking for a high­ performing Senior Solutions Manager with extensive experience with large scale eCommerce and Web Content management implementations. Our mission is to deliver re-usable components and capabilities across our global platform for eCommerce and Content using the latest enterprise technologies, tools and innovative micro-services architecture.

We are looking for someone who can bring technical gravitas, thought leadership and a passion for technology. This is a unique opportunity for a senior technologist to help us build something that will directly enhance the lives of millions, by supporting the provision of education on a global scale. The role will be reporting to the Engineering Director. Join a high performing team within a specialized engineering department which focuses on delivery and digital transformation!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the solutions team, ensuring that roadmap items are assessed, and high-level architecture deliverables produced in time for handover to the engineering teams.

• Define architectural strategy and leadership to developing and implementing initiatives that improve innovation in a constantly evolving ecommerce & web content space.

• Champion and define architecture for eCommerce & CMS in a Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native, and Headless architecture.

• Collaborate with senior leaders in business and technology to define MVP scope for various initiatives and design solutions that align with enterprise technology strategy.

• Evaluate emerging technology for use across multiple domains, which include RFPs, vendor evaluations and creation of Architecture Design Proposals.

• Ensure that global solutions adhere to non-functional and compliance requirements at the local markets.

• Collaborate with Product Owners and other core platforms to drive product vision, manage scope and expectations.

• Have responsibility for the quality of the technical solution delivered by project teams.

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring of technical leads and development teams.

• Have a strong focus on the high quality throughout the entire process, working closely with the Quality Assurance stream

• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects for aspects related to integration with other systems

• Architect Digital Consumer experiences based on a foundation of enterprise technologies that define web content and eCommerce strategy.

Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

• 8 years of experience in software development, including a minimum of 3 years of experience in architecting solutions of customer facing web applications.

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to facilitate interactive sessions with business and technology teams.

• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, relational databases, and complex integration landscapes.

• Familiarity with API-first Headless architecture implementation in eCommerce or Web Content space will be desirable.

• Familiar with AWS or equivalent cloud platform, including auto-scaling and global deployments of application architecture.

• Prior work experience in eCommerce or Web content management tools like SAP Commerce Cloud / Hybris, Oracle, Magento or AEM would be an added advantage.

• Experience coaching and mentoring technology talent.

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.

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Job: TECHNOLOGY

Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Req ID: 14190