What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Software Engineering position at LINQ?
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:
• Act with Integrity & Build Trust: Trust is the foundation of our company. We operate with the highest standards of integrity, both internally and externally. We believe in transparency, honesty, and accountability. Building a culture where trust is earned and maintained.
• Deliver Excellence: We consistently exceed our clients’ expectations. In every interaction, we strive to anticipate needs, provide swift solutions, and go the extra mile to relentlessly impress our customers. We communicate clearly, consistently, and in a timely way to cultivate lasting relationships.
• Embrace Challenges: We embrace a growth mindset. Challenges offer opportunities to learn, grow, and improve. Continuous learning keeps us relevant and effective to ensure our solutions remain on the leading edge of innovation.
• Collaborate & Act as One Team: Diverse skills, ideas, and perspectives are our strength. Through open communication, shared goals, and a spirit of unity and mutual respect, we collaborate to achieve excellence, drive innovation, and propel our company forward as a cohesive force.
About The Team:
We offer challenging work in a team environment. We respect each other and collaborate for continuous improvement. We are experts in our productsand 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.
What You'll Be Doing:
As an Engineering Manager at LINQ, you will work as a member of a cross-functional team delivering business critical applications of high function and technical quality. You will be responsible for working closely with the product Managers and quality assurance team to create software that fulfills business needs. You are capable of quickly learning new business domains as well as working in a team environment. You are passionate about delivering high quality, maintainable software to the business.
This role is specifically looking for a more hands on Engineering Manager that can help triage, troubleshoot, support, and guide the team in technical projects, escalations, and architectural decisions. The director overseeing this role is looking for a strong partner to work with architecture to define and set the standard for the teams and products to build towards a stronger enterprise-level solution.
What We Are Looking For:
Technical Excellence: A passion for creating cutting edge software through application of best engineering practices
Continuous Improvement: A self-driven desire to find better ways to accomplish things
Teamwork: A commitment to working as part of a team to achieve optimal results
What Will Make You Stand Out:
• At least 8 years of experience in Software Application Development
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent working experience
• Strong understanding of relational database systems
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
• 5 years designing and implementing products using SaaS, IaC event driven, and/or micro-services
• Experience with the following technologies: Java, Angular, AWS, NoSQL (DynamoDB preferred)
• Experience leading or managing a team of empowered engineers
• Strong belief in and use of best practices
The Tech:
Some Experience in the Following Technologies is Nice to Have but not Required:
• Spring Boot
• TypeScript
• ElasticSearch/OpenSearch
• Docker
• Upgrading AngularJS to Angular
• Practicing DevOps and CI/CD
• .Net Core
• AWS Lambda
• AWS Cognito
• AWS Event Bridge
• Data Dog
\nTotal 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.
