Software Engineering Manager / Technical Lead
SelfbookSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Education, EdTechIndustries
Requirements
- 10+ years of software engineering work experience
- 5+ years of experience in people management leading multiple teams of 3-5 engineers, including hands-on technical management
- Ideally experience with Golang, Python, Node.js, JS/TypeScript
- Expertise in running small teams using agile techniques
- Ability to mentor, delegate, and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Strong in balancing priorities and making thoughtful decisions to meet immediate technical needs
- Able to participate in architecture and product discussions with engineers, product managers, designers, and AI researchers, contributing to informed decisions
- Proven track record of shipping quality products on time
- Customer-centric mindset applied to building out platform services and features
- Highly organized and thrives in fast-paced environments with a structured approach to team operations
- Ability to provide objective feedback, supporting individual and team growth
- Growth mindset - eager to expand skill set and excited to carve out career path in a hyper-growth setting
- Adaptability, resiliency, and ability to thrive in ambiguity
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple teams of 3-5 talented engineers
- Drive meaningful, transformative work in the K-12 education space
- Combine technical leadership with strategic impact to shape Kiddom’s systems and processes to scale the business
- Work with modern technologies including Python, Golang, Node.js, JS/Typescript, Kubernetes, and AWS
- Solve challenging technical problems impacting educators, administrators, and students
- Motivate and inspire change across the entire engineering organization, adapting to new technologies and AI capabilities
- Report to VP of Engineering Tim Catlin
- Be based in NYC or San Francisco with 2-3 days in office
Skills
Python
Golang
Node.js
TypeScript
Kubernetes
AWS
Kiddom
Digital platform for K-12 education tools
About Kiddom
Kiddom provides a digital platform aimed at improving the teaching and learning experience for K-12 educators and school districts. The platform includes tools for curriculum planning, student assignments, assessment, and analytics. It offers both free and premium versions, with the free version providing essential features and the premium version, Kiddom Academy, offering advanced analytics and reporting tools. Schools and districts can subscribe to the premium services for a fee, which allows them to access more comprehensive features for managing educational data. The platform is available on iOS and Android, enabling teachers to plan and assess learning from anywhere. Kiddom's goal is to enhance educational outcomes by providing data-driven insights and improving communication between teachers and students.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$55MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, EducationIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Company Equity
Risks
Intense competition from other EdTech companies may impact Kiddom's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for content poses risks if partnerships dissolve.
Economic downturns could affect school districts' ability to afford premium subscriptions.
Differentiation
Kiddom offers a comprehensive digital platform for K-12 curriculum management and assessment.
The platform supports bilingual education with English and Spanish curricula for grades 6-12.
Kiddom integrates with various learning management systems, enhancing accessibility and usability.
Upsides
Kiddom's recent $35M funding round supports growth and product development.
Partnerships with OpenSciEd and Labster expand Kiddom's high-quality curriculum offerings.
Increased demand for digital curriculum solutions boosts Kiddom's market potential.
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