Education Tech Leader: Apps & Platform Development

9 Dot Education Solutions; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

9 Dot Education Solutions in Pasadena, CA seeks a Director of Technology & Application Development to lead our technology operations, drive application development, and shape the future of educational platforms. You will oversee cloud infrastructure, collaborate with instructional and operations teams, and ensure performance, reliability, and security across all educational applications.

You will lead a talented team, champion best practices, and drive a roadmap that scales with growing client

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in IT, software development, application management, or related technology field.
• 3+ years of experience leading and managing technical teams.
• Experience overseeing software applications, IT operations, technology platforms, and system implementations.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, infrastructure, databases, programming languages, and system integrations.
• Familiarity with development tools and technologies such as Azure DevOps, JavaScript, and C#.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, access management, and IT best practices.
• Strong project management, strategic planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Technology Strategy: Oversee platforms, applications, infrastructure, and IT operations aligned to goals.
• Drive Application Development: Own ongoing development, maintenance, and performance of educational applications.
• Manage & Develop Teams: Lead and coach software developers and IT staff; manage priorities and projects.
• Oversee Technology Projects: Manage roadmaps, enhancements, integrations, testing, QA, and releases.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Translate educational needs into effective technology solutions with stakeholders.
• Ensure Performance & Reliability: Monitor functionality, availability, usability, scalability, offline access.
• Strengthen IT Operations: Oversee support, troubleshooting, vendor relations, and issue resolution.
• Champion Innovation & Security: Evaluate new tech; ensure cybersecurity and data privacy standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Master's degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

Azure DevOps

JavaScript

C#

Job description

9 Dot Education Solutions in Pasadena, CA seeks a Director of Technology & Application Development to lead our technology operations, drive application development, and shape the future of educational platforms. You will oversee cloud infrastructure, collaborate with instructional and operations teams, and ensure performance, reliability, and security across all educational applications.

You will lead a talented team, champion best practices, and drive a roadmap that scales with growing client