About the Role
Lead a team of software engineers in designing, developing, and maintaining critical components of a high-traffic application system used by students and institutions across the United States.
Responsibilities
- Guide technical direction for engineering projects within an agile environment
- Mentor and support professional growth of software development team members
- Collaborate with product managers and designers to define system requirements
- Ensure code quality through regular reviews and implementation of best practices
- Oversee the integration of new features into existing software architecture
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production systems
- Participate in architectural planning and long-term scalability strategies
- Maintain alignment between development goals and organizational objectives
- Monitor application performance and implement optimization strategies
- Support deployment pipelines and continuous integration workflows
- Enforce security standards across all layers of the software stack
- Coordinate cross-team dependencies during feature rollouts
- Document technical decisions and system design patterns
- Evaluate emerging technologies for potential adoption
- Drive adoption of automated testing frameworks
- Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations
- Facilitate sprint planning and team standups
- Respond to urgent system outages or performance degradation
- Promote knowledge sharing within the engineering department
- Balance technical debt management with feature delivery
Nice to Have
- Master's degree in computer science or related field
- Experience with educational technology platforms
- Background in identity and access management systems
- Contributions to open-source software projects
- Public speaking or conference presentation experience
- Knowledge of accessibility standards for web applications
- Familiarity with student information systems
- Experience working in nonprofit technology organizations
- Involvement in diversity and inclusion initiatives in tech
- Certifications in cloud platform technologies
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- Dental and vision care plans
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible work hours and remote setup support
- Professional development stipend
- Parental leave policy
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness resources and mental health support
- Commuter benefits where applicable
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Remote, US-based only
Team
Mid-sized engineering team focused on scalable education technology platforms
Our Impact
The platform supports millions of students annually in applying to colleges and universities, streamlining the admissions process for educational institutions across the country.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of the students who use our services and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
Application Process
- Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the role.
- Selected applicants will be invited to complete a technical assessment followed by virtual interviews with team members and engineering leaders.
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