Software Engineering Manager (EdTech)

TL;DR

Software Engineering Manager (EdTech): Manage a team of engineers building personalized learning products used by millions globally with an accent on hands-on technical leadership, team development, and process optimization. Focus on driving technical excellence, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-impact features for educators and learners.

Location: Hybrid in San Mateo, CA headquarters office (Monday-Friday in office, option to work from home one day per week).

Salary: $170,000–$220,000 + equity + benefits

Company

hirify.global is the largest EdTech company in the US, reaching millions of learners through products like IXL.com, Rosetta Stone, Wyzant, and Teachers Pay Teachers.

What you will do

• Manage and build a high-performance team of engineers, leads, and managers to deliver world-class educational experiences.
• Enable efficient delivery of features supporting educators and learners in the evolving education landscape.
• Drive technical excellence across teams from design to release.
• Empower and motivate the team through growth and professional development.
• Instill company vision, mission, and values to provide purpose and direction.
• Collaborate with the broader development team to prioritize work and lead initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of direct software engineering experience and 2 years of engineering management
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or related discipline
• Excellent programming skills in Java or another object-oriented language
• Strong communication, leadership, analytical, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills
• Passion for improving education through technology

Culture & Benefits

• Unique culture fostering collaboration, open exchange of ideas, kindness, and respect.
• Approach work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity.
• Equity and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to impact millions of learners and educators.
• Value diversity and promote an inclusive work environment.