Education Systems Engineer | $70/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A progressive educational technology company is seeking an Education Systems Implementation Engineer to write and validate API-focused prompts for AI systems. The ideal candidate has strong experience in education technology and is comfortable working independently in a remote environment. Responsibilities include designing learning scenarios and collaborating with project stakeholders to meet quality standards. This position offers a flexible commitment of 10–20 hours per week with potential for up to 40 hours.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in building or supporting education technology or e-learning platforms.
• Familiarity with APIs and systems related to educational management and data services.
• Ability to document workflows for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Write, review, and validate API-focused prompts for AI systems.
• Design scenarios for educational platforms and tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders while ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Experience with education technology

Familiarity with APIs

Technical documentation writing

Analytical skills

Remote work capability

Job description

This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Position: Education Systems Implementation Engineer

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: $50–$70/hr

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (up to 40 hours/week available)

Duration: 1–2 months

Role Responsibilities

• Write, review, and validate API-focused prompts used to train and evaluate AI systems
• Apply real-world education software experience to ensure prompts reflect authentic instructional, academic, and research workflows
• Design scenarios related to learning platforms, academic tools, and research systems (e.g., course delivery, analytics dashboards, survey tools)
• Evaluate and compare AI-generated responses for technical accuracy, clarity, and real-world feasibility
• Document assumptions, workflows, and system behaviors clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborate asynchronously with project stakeholders while meeting quality standards

Requirements

• Strong experience building or supporting education technology, e-learning platforms, or academic/research software
• Familiarity with APIs and systems used in learning management, surveys, analytics, or academic data services
• Experience working with platforms such as LMS tools, survey systems, or education-related data integrations
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with educators and researchers
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment

Application Process

• Upload resume
• 15 min interview

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Education Administration Programs