Director of Engineering, Remote

Who We Are: 

We are a national, innovative, high-growth software company devoted to K12 education administration. Our products beat the competition by focusing on all business operations of K12 schools, including both financial and school nutrition management. We have a deep understanding of K12 school systems and regulations, with a focus on providing creative, integrated and user-friendly solutions supported by excellent customer service. Our workforce is talented, loyal, dedicated and highly enthusiastic. This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right individual.  

We offer challenging work in a team environment. We respect each other and collaborate for continuous improvement. We are the experts in our product lines and we anticipate the needs of our customers. Our customers say we work efficiently and always strive to provide the proper solution. We have achieved this by building relationships based upon:expertise, patience, attentiveness, clear positive communication, tenacity, and a calm presence. 

LINQ is on a mission to empower central office heroes who make K-12 districts and schools stronger. LINQ improves efficiency, optimizes performance, and manages compliance through its suite of administrative, financial, and nutritional solutions; allowing administrators to make a bigger impact for their staff, students, and communities. LINQ is the first company to deliver a full suite of integrated solutions to manage operations at the state, district, and school levels. LINQ has helped over 30,000 schools and served over 17 million students to increase K-12 potential. 

LINQ’s Values: 

Count on us - We’re ready and reliable for our partners and each other 

Class of our own - We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence   

Fair and Square - Integrity and mutual respect are table stakes   

Nourish Connection - We foster a culture of teamwork and trust   

Educated Advancement - Our deep knowledge and experience propel our development   

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Engineering to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our suite of ERP Products, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. You will be working closely with a cross-functional team of engineers, engineering leaders, product managers, designers, and other key stakeholders to ensure that our solutions are delivered on time and within budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Teamwork: A commitment to working as part of a team to achieve optimal results

•Lead the engineering team, providing guidance and mentorship to help them reach their full potential

•Implement engineering processes and methodologies to ensure that our products are developed efficiently and effectively

•Collaborate with product management and key stakeholders to develop and prioritize product roadmaps, client commitments, and feature sets

•Drive the development and deployment of new features and functionalities, working closely with the engineering team to ensure that they are delivered on time and within budget

•Ensure that the engineering team is using the latest tools and technologies to maximize efficiency and productivity

•Represent the engineering team in cross-functional meetings, working closely with other departments to ensure that our products are aligned with company goals and objectives

•Continuous Improvement: A self-driven desire to find better ways to accomplish things

QUALIFICATIONS:

•At least 5 years of experience in managing engineering teams of 15

•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent working experience

•Experience in transforming legacy & monolithic applications into modern software applications in balance with priorities and budget.

•Experience in Oracle Database Systems & Architecture

•Experience in Amazon or Azure Webservices & On-Premises Datacenters

•Strong background in applying modern engineering practices (SOLID, DDD, CI/CD, Testing, etc.)  to .NET software platforms

•Strong belief in and use of best practices

•Strong experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders

Total Rewards:

Remote working environment

Ability to work in a physical office, if near one of our offices (Wilmington, Irvine, and Austin)

One America 401k plan with 4% employer matching on total earnings, not just base (100% fully vested)

Company Bonus Plan or Target Sales Commission Plan

Flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan

Paid Parental Leave Policy

10 paid holidays

16 hours of paid volunteer time

Blue Cross Blue Shield benefit network (medical/dental/vision)

Low-deductible PPO option or HDHP option with employer contributed HSA

Dental with child orthodontia

100% Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Health and wellness benefits including gym and Headspace reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

EOE Statement/Accommodation Notice:

LINQ is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email HRHelp@linq.com.  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact HRHelp@linq.com.  This email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not use this email to inquire about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as solicitation, following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.