We Are Looking for a Software Engineer (Open edX Experience)

Location: Remote (EU timezone preferred)

Type: Freelance / Full-time Contract

Experience Level: Mid to Senior (4+ years)

Start Date: As soon as possible

At Abstract-Technology GmbH , we’re passionate about building high-quality digital learning solutions that make a real impact. As a core contributor to open-source platforms like Open edX, we collaborate with universities, enterprises, and institutions across Europe to deliver scalable, user-centric educational technology.

We're looking for a Software Engineer with hands-on experience in Open edX® platform, who’s ready to join a dynamic, international team and contribute to meaningful learning experiences.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain features within the Open edX ecosystem (LMS, CMS, microservices)
• Build and integrate scalable backend services using Python (Django)
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (frontend, devops, project managers) to shape robust, high-quality learning platforms
• Participate in technical architecture design and decision-making
• Integrate third-party systems (APIs, SSO, LTI, xBlocks)
• Contribute to open-source initiatives and give back to the Open edX community
• Debug and improve performance, security, and deployment automation
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code and perform code reviews

Tech Stack

•   Backend: Python, Django, Open edX
•   Frontend: ReactJS, HTML5, SCSS (basic knowledge a plus)
•   Infrastructure: Docker, Ansible, AWS, Kubernetes (nice to have)
•   Databases: MySQL, MongoDB, Redis
•   CI/CD: GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
•   Monitoring/Logging: Sentry, Grafana, Prometheus

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in software development, with at least 1–2 years hands-on experience with Open edX
• Strong knowledge of Python and Django
• Familiarity with REST APIs, authentication protocols (OAuth, JWT, SAML)
• Experience with deployment tools (e.g., Ansible, Docker)
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for clean architecture
• Comfortable working in agile, remote, and multicultural teams
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience contributing to Open edX open source codebase
• Familiarity with xBlock development or LTI integrations
• Experience with Tutor
• German or other EU language skills

What We Offer

1. A collaborative and respectful work culture
2. The chance to work on projects that matter (education, sustainability, public sector)
3. Flexible working hours and remote-friendly environment
4. Opportunity to grow into leadership or DevOps/architecture roles
5. Support for certifications, conference attendance, and continuous learning
6. A voice in the Open edX community

How to Apply, Ready to make an impact?

Send us your CV, GitHub or portfolio, and a few words on why you’re excited about Open edX to jobs@abstract-technology.de.

Let’s build the future of education — together.