Solution Engineer - Educational Technology JobID: 13381

• Position Type:

  Specialist/Supervisor/Technician/ Specialist

• Date Posted:

  9/9/2024

• Location:

  ELSC

• Date Available:

  ASAP

     Solution Engineer - Educational Technology Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Solution Engineer to design and implement innovative software solutions that enhance our educational technology platform. The ideal candidate will combine software engineering expertise with a strong understanding of user needs in the education sector. This role focuses on creating automated, efficient solutions that improve experiences for students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

• Design and develop automated software solutions to improve efficiency in educational processes

• Understand user journeys and needs before proposing and implementing solutions

• Create and optimize database solutions to support educational technology platforms

• Develop scripts and programs to automate workflows and data processing tasks

• Implement data visualizations and reports using Tableau to provide insights to stakeholders

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for technological improvement

• Quickly learn and adapt to new technologies relevant to our educational platform

• Conduct solution presentations and demonstrations to internal teams and stakeholders

• Troubleshoot complex issues and optimize existing systems

• Document technical solutions and maintain comprehensive documentation

  Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

• Strong software engineering background with a focus on solution design

• Proficiency in Python programming

• Strong SQL skills and database management experience

• Experience with or ability to quickly learn Tableau for data visualization

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies rapidly

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on translating business needs into technical solutions

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

  Technical Skills

• C# programming, with its coding environment, Microsoft's Visual Studio

• Python programming

• SQL and database management

• Tableau (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly)

• Version control systems (e.g., Git)

• Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

  Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in educational technology or with Student Information Systems

• Knowledge of data privacy and security in educational contexts

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies: Jira

• Experience with cloud-based services and API integrations

  Key Attributes

• Quick learner with a passion for applying new technologies to solve educational challenges

• Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to see the big picture

• Proactive problem-solver, able to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions

• Excellent communication skills, adept at presenting solutions to various stakeholders

• Detail-oriented, especially when designing and implementing complex systems

• Adaptable and flexible, able to adjust solutions based on changing requirements

• Passionate about improving educational processes through innovative technology

Join our team to architect and implement cutting-edge solutions that transform educational experiences through technology!

Report to

Lead Software Engineer

Salary: $60-70K plus great benefits

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 8 hour workday. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the office including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures.

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation(s) for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources, at 319-558-2747.