LMS Developer (Moodle + Backend)
EdPlatza
About the role
Company Description
EdPlatza is an international education marketplace connecting ambitious MBA students with expert admissions consultants. We bridge the gap between aspiring professionals and personalized guidance, fostering success in higher education through an accessible, collaborative environment.
Role Level
This is a Junior-to-Mid-level position specifically targeting candidates with 3–5 years of experience. We are currently unable to accommodate more senior-level applicants.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Technical LMS Developer to support our learning platform and backend infrastructure. This role is ideal for a "builder" who enjoys shaping learning experiences through Moodle course architecture while possessing the technical depth to extend the platform using Node.js and TypeScript.
Key Responsibilities
- Moodle Engineering: Build and structure courses and learning paths. Customise the LMS through plugins, themes, and Web Services/REST APIs.
- Backend Development: Develop and maintain server-side services using Node.js and TypeScript. Build and optimize RESTful APIs.
- Data & Integration: Manage platform data across NoSQL (MongoDB) and relational databases. Integrate Moodle with external marketplace systems.
- Maintenance: Troubleshoot LMS issues, improve UX, and support deployments via CI/CD pipelines (AWS).
Role Expectations
Technical Skills
- Combined professional experience in backend engineering and Moodle development.
- Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and REST APIs.
- Hands‑on experience with MongoDB and SQL‑based relational databases.
- Proven ability in Moodle course building and technical customizations (plugins/hooks).
- Familiarity with AWS and modern deployment workflows.
Mindset
- A builder who balances technical engineering with instructional design.
- Comfortable owning the LMS environment while contributing to core backend architecture.
- Strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Requirements
- Combined professional experience in backend engineering and Moodle development.
- Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, and REST APIs.
- Hands-on experience with MongoDB and SQL-based relational databases.
- Proven ability in Moodle course building and technical customizations (plugins/hooks).
- Familiarity with AWS and modern deployment workflows.
Responsibilities
- Build and structure courses and learning paths.
- Customize the LMS through plugins, themes, and Web Services/REST APIs.
- Develop and maintain server-side services using Node.js and TypeScript.
- Build and optimize RESTful APIs.
- Manage platform data across NoSQL (MongoDB) and relational databases.
- Integrate Moodle with external marketplace systems.
- Troubleshoot LMS issues, improve UX, and support deployments via CI/CD pipelines (AWS).
Skills
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