Best suited to experienced software engineers with leadership potential working in the edtech domain, specifically in Toronto, Canada, and committed to cross-functional collaboration and hands-on technical management.
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Original posting from IXL Learning
IXL Learning, a global edtech leader with personalized learning products used by millions of students worldwide, is seeking a Software Developer Team Lead who has a passion for technology and education. You will be helping us build the tools needed to provide highly-demanded new integrations for IXL’s largest school districts.
At IXL Learning, we are dedicated to creating first-of-their-kind products that leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve seemingly intractable problems in education. Millions of users count on us to make learning as effective as can be, so we're looking for exceptional people who are committed to solving the real-world challenges faced by students and teachers around the world.
As a Software Developer Lead on our Integrations team, you will lead the engineering efforts to design and develop the tools and systems needed to simplify the setup of IXL for schools and districts. These integrations will help IXL work seamlessly with the technology ecosystems of all of our customers. This is an amazing opportunity for you to join a mission-driven high-growth company to manage a team of talented engineers and provide hands-on technical and project leadership. At IXL, we find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team.
This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our Toronto, Ontario, Canada, office.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Lead engineering efforts, which includes planning projects, developing estimates, assigning work, and tracking status
Drive the development process for your team, including designing, coding, documenting, testing, debugging, and tuning
Collaborate and communicate clearly across multiple development teams
Work cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and QA to maintain and surpass product usability and quality standards
Provide excellent project management direction and motivation to the team
Thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
Excellent programming skills in Java or other object-oriented language
Postgres, SQL, Data Architecture a plus
Strong communication and leadership skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
Passion for improving education through technology
The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $200,000 CAD + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
Source: IXL Learning careers