Director of Engineering, Integrations

McGraw Hill; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 155,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product Technologist with an engineering background to lead the design of innovative platforms for the higher education ed-tech ecosystem. This remote position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of education by integrating new technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams. With a focus on compliance and data security, you will ensure that solutions are scalable and efficient. Join a mission-driven team where your impact will resonate across the educational landscape, driving innovation and fostering meaningful relationships with educators and learners.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering or product technology roles.
• Strong understanding of higher education content acquisition and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Stay informed about emerging technologies in the higher education space.
• Collaborate with teams to translate strategic plans into actionable development roadmaps.

Skills

Software Engineering

Solutions Architecture

Product Technology

API Design

Cloud-Based Architectures

Data Privacy Laws

Communication Skills

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Overview

Build the Future
When was the last time you experienced the impact of your work? Our Engineering teams thrive on building meaningful relationships with educators and learners. With that comes the unique opportunity to touch lives across the world and experience firsthand the difference your hard work makes.

Your impact on the team

We are seeking an experienced Product Technologist with an Engineering Background to lead the design and architecture of new platforms that integrate with the higher education ed-tech ecosystem. This role requires a deep understanding of 1Edtech standards (including LTIA) and digital content acquisition and distribution. The leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product and technical requirements, identify system interdependencies, and guide engineering teams in building scalable, efficient solutions.

Position Details

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

What You Will Be Doing

1. Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends in the higher education space to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
2. Engage with external partners and internal stakeholders to gather requirements, validate solutions, and foster strong collaborative relationships.
3. Partner with product management, design, and engineering teams to translate strategic plans into actionable development roadmaps.
4. Provide hands-on technical expertise and guidance throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility.
5. Ensure compliance with security standards for handling sensitive student and institutional data.
6. Evaluate third-party tools and middleware solutions to optimize integrations.
7. Identify interdependencies and ensure seamless data flow between multiple systems.
8. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate product vision into scalable, maintainable technical solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, solutions architecture, or product technology roles.
• Recent experience building customer-facing products.
• Strong understanding of higher education content acquisition and delivery (including SIS, LMS, distributors, and publishers).
• Experience designing APIs, middleware, and data synchronization between disparate systems.
• Expertise in cloud-based architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern development frameworks.
• Understanding of data privacy laws (FERPA, GDPR, CCPA).
• Solid understanding of ERP/SIS systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Why Work for Us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be impactful. We are designing content that will shape the future of education. Join us and find fulfillment in making a difference.

The pay range for this position is $155,000 - $220,000 annually, with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and location. For more details, click here.

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