Quick Summary
We are the most diverse educational group in the country. Every day, we create incredible futures through innovation. We roll up our sleeves to turn ideas into reality. We face challenges with resilience and adapt to constant changes.
Here, we are a team, not heroes, guided by the desire to make a difference and connected by one way: the #CognaWay. Our relationship is direct and respectful, and the success of our students and clients is our success.
Furthermore, we value diversity, because we know that the more diverse our repertoire, the more comprehensive and inclusive we will be. Together, we empower people to build a better version of themselves! Ready to join the absolute leader in the educational segment? Come to Cogna.
Responsibilities and Assignments
- Customize, test, and implement solutions on the LMS platform.
- Create and personalize plugins, themes, and integrations via API (PHP, HTML/CSS/JS).
- Work with relational databases (MySQL).
- Perform testing and code debugging for developed solutions.
- Monitor performance and apply improvements (caching, query optimization).
- Support the team in maintaining legacy applications.
- Support the team in developing new solutions.
- Troubleshoot issues, identify, and correct bugs.
- Perform version updates for Moodle and its components.
- Participate in code review and ensure software quality.
- Learn and apply development best practices.
- Document code and processes for developed solutions.
- Participate in planning sessions with the team.
- Attend meetings with business areas alongside the team.
- Participate in meetings and discussions to define requirements and development strategies.
- Support other team members.
- Stay updated on new technologies and market trends.
- Be proactive in problem-solving and adaptable to changes in the work environment.
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience with Moodle.
- Experience with PHP.
- Experience with web development (JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
- Experience developing REST APIs.
- Knowledge of relational databases, such as MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or equivalent.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with code versioning (Git).
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Proactivity and adaptability.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in unit testing.
- Familiarity with cloud services (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
- Knowledge of Azure Functions.
- Knowledge of design patterns.
- Degree in Computer Science or related fields.
- Specialization courses and certifications.
Additional Information
What you can expect from us:
- Profit Sharing: Celebrating results is part of the Cogna way.
- Meal or Food Voucher: Provided via a flexible benefits card.
- Medical Assistance: Comprehensive health plan, including dependents and co-payment.
- Dental Assistance: Available to keep your smile healthy.
But wait, there's more!
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships: Available at our educational units for you and your dependents (spouse and children).
- Birthday Day Off: You can choose a day to relax and celebrate.
- SESC Agreement: Opens doors to numerous opportunities for improving quality of life.
- Univers Pharmacy Agreement: Discounts on a variety of medications.
- Corporate University: Various free tracks and courses in our corporate university so you can continue evolving with us.
- Book Discounts: To acquire the best titles from our publishers.
- Wellhub (Gympass): To help you stay active daily.
- Ninho Program: A program dedicated to our families awaiting a new baby.
- Valoriza - Internal Recruitment Program: To boost your career through internal opportunities.
Here, we believe in respect, diversity, and the pursuit of inclusion across all fronts. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, gender, identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetics, disability, or any other basis. Our purpose is to advance continuously, generating employability for diverse talents. Come enrich our team!
Innovation moves us. Cogna is one of the largest educational organizations globally and a pioneer in Brazil. Our goal is to “empower people to build a better version of themselves.” With over 50 years of tradition, we are currently one of the largest companies in the education sector worldwide, featuring a broad business model and many growth opportunities. We provide educational products and services ranging from early childhood learning journeys to the elderly. #AquiéCogna (Here is Cogna) and we have the evolution and dynamism of a young startup in our DNA, but with the structure of a large company boasting over 70 brands. Here, we act with the student's success in mind. We have a passion for educating and we value people. We are responsible for making things happen, always generating sustainable value, and together, we can achieve more. We are Cogna!


