Pearson is Hiring Apprentice Full Stack Engineer (Bangalore) | Freshers Eligible

Apprentice Full Stack Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and inquisitive Full Stack Engineer Apprentice/Intern to join our dynamic engineering team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for early-career developers who are passionate about creating modern web applications and eager to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You will work closely with experienced engineers, contribute to actual product features, and gain practical experience in both frontend and backend development using relevant industry technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of web applications utilizing React.js for the frontend and Java for the backend.
• Produce clean, readable, and maintainable code using TypeScript and/or JavaScript.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to implement new features and enhance existing functionalities.
• Integrate and consume REST APIs across both frontend and backend layers.
• Participate in code reviews, daily standups, and sprint planning sessions as part of an agile team.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across the entire stack under guidance.
• Write basic unit tests and contribute to improving overall code quality.
• Learn and adhere to team engineering standards, coding practices, and documentation norms.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree (currently pursuing or completed) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic hands-on experience or strong academic exposure to React.js and modern JavaScript/TypeScript development.
• A foundational understanding of frontend concepts, including components, state management, and responsive UI.
• Familiarity with at least one backend technology, such as Java or SpringBoot.
• An understanding of REST APIs and the communication mechanisms between frontend and backend systems.
• Basic knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Eagerness to learn, take ownership, and work collaboratively within a team setting.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Exposure to any relational or NoSQL database (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, even at a conceptual level.
• A basic understanding of microservices architecture or containerization (Docker).
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor).