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Florida Virtual SchoolFS

Software Developer (Learning Systems)

Florida Virtual School is a leading online education provider that offers flexible online courses for K-12 students, aiming to personalize education and enhance learning experiences.

Florida Virtual School

Employee count: 201-500

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Our team members enjoy competitive salaries, a well-rounded benefits package,generous paid time off (including 25 holidays, vacation, and sick leave), and an array of professional development opportunities.  We’re always looking to add to our team of more than 3,000 dedicated professionals who are leading online education worldwide with transformative digital solutions – personalized to every student. 

Job Posting End Date:

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

05-06-2026

Job Title:

Software Developer (Learning Systems)

Contract Type:

Employee

Annual Salary:

$76,522.00 - $137,740.00

(Support staff salary will be based on internal equity and experience)

Location:

FL - HOME OFFICE

Job Description Summary:

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Software Developer designs, builds, and supports learning systems application development and 3rd party product integrations. Additionally, the Software Developer provides specific 3rd tier support for learning system applications. The Software Developer is required to provide daily status reports to their supervisor in the Information Technology (IT) department.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

  • Develop and manage effective working relationships with other departments, groups, and personnel with whom work must be coordinated or interfaced
  • Develop, test, document, and implement high quality learning system applications on time that perform according to specifications and requirements documents
  • Analyze performance of programs and takes action to correct deficiencies
  • Develop and adhere to development standards that allow for the maintainability of code in a manner that supports team development
  • Participate in the modification of software applications or architecture to resolve issues and plan for future growth
  • Participate in code reviews and meetings as necessary
  • Attend daily stand-ups to provide status reports for current projects
  • Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
  • All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

  • Associate Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Industry certifications in software, systems, network or project management disciplines, preferred

Experience:

  • 3-5 years’ developing in Node.js (TypeScript and Express )
  • 3-5 years’ developing with Angular or React
  • 3-5 years’ MySQL and/or other relational database experience
  • 3-5 years’ MongoDB and/or other NoSQL database experience
  • 3-5 years’ Unix experience, RedHat Linux (or derivatives), preferred
  • 3-5 years’ developing enterprise-wide software solutions, preferred
  • 3-5 years’ developing and delivering custom business computer applications, preferred
  • Experience in web servers (Apache and IIS), preferred
  • 1-3 years’ Experience in command line usage (Bash, zsh, etc), preferred
  • Experience in Business Intelligence, Big Data, or analytics, preferred
  • Experience with AI technologies (LLM, Agentic, ML, etc.), preferred
  • Experience with git version control
  • Experience in Perl, preferred
  • Experience with .NET technologies, (C#/ASP.NET/ ASP.NET Core), preferred
  • Experience in Education industry or with education data (FERPA and PII), preferred

Knowledge, abilities and skills:

  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software
  • Thorough knowledge of technology solutions for the Internet, handheld devices, personal computers, and networks
  • Ability to apply best practices including change management, effective error handling and performance instrumentation
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong conceptual, analytical, and judgment abilities
  • Ability to work with/for multiple employees and meet deadlines

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Team member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills

PRODUCTIVITY

Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity

COMMUNICATION

Team member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Team member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

  • Frequency of travel: Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays
  • Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

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About Florida Virtual School

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Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is a fully accredited, statewide public school district that offers over 200 online courses for Kindergarten-12 students. With a commitment to providing personalized instructional programs, FLVS aims to create individualized educational plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of each student. Since its inception in 1997, FLVS has successfully served over 250,000 students, achieving more than 8.1 million semester enrollments. This makes it a leading online education provider, not just in Florida, but in the United States and around the globe.

At FLVS, the learning experience goes beyond traditional classroom boundaries. Students can access a variety of courses and resources that allow them to learn at their own pace, from their own homes, or from any location with internet access. The platform is designed to enhance educational experiences, making learning more flexible and accessible. Additionally, FLVS offers extensive support through certified teachers who guide and assist students throughout their educational journey, ensuring they achieve their academic goals and gain a Florida diploma. With over 25 years of commitment to quality online education, Florida Virtual School remains a pioneer by continuously adapting and innovating to meet the needs of its students.

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