Canvas LMS Architect: API Integrations & Optimization

Piper Companies; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Job summary

Piper Companies seeks a Senior LMS Administrator to own the Canvas-based learning environment, overseeing administration, integrations, and platform optimization with a strong focus on Canvas, APIs, and LTI implementations. You will drive provisioning, integrations, and platform improvements to support enterprise learning goals.

You will collaborate with instructional designers, IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance LMS functionality, ensure security and data integrity, and document

Qualifications

• 5+ years of LMS administration experience, preferably with Canvas.
• Experience with Canvas APIs, RESTful web services, and LMS integrations.
• Knowledge of LTI 1.1 and LTI 1.3 standards.
• Experience supporting enterprise learning platforms and integrating third-party educational technologies.
• Knowledge of user provisioning, SIS integrations, authentication protocols, and data management processes.
• Experience with SQL, scripting, or automation tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain the Canvas LMS environment.
• Manage and support LMS integrations utilizing REST APIs, SIS imports, and third-party learning technologies.
• Implement, configure, and troubleshoot LTI 1.1 and LTI 1.3 integrations with external applications and content providers.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, IT teams, vendors, and key stakeholders to enhance LMS functionality and user experience.
• Monitor system performance, security, and data integrity while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, integration workflows, and administrative processes.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for LMS-related issues, escalations, and platform enhancements.
• Analyze system usage, recommend improvements, and drive LMS optimization initiatives.

Skills

LMS administration

Canvas APIs

LTI standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/EdTech

Tools

SQL

Scripting

Automation tools

REST APIs

Job description

Piper Companies seeks a Senior LMS Administrator to own the Canvas-based learning environment, overseeing administration, integrations, and platform optimization with a strong focus on Canvas, APIs, and LTI implementations. You will drive provisioning, integrations, and platform improvements to support enterprise learning goals.

You will collaborate with instructional designers, IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance LMS functionality, ensure security and data integrity, and document