Posted 18 days ago
Technical Lead
@ IXL Learning
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
IXL Learning is hiring a Technical Lead for its Integrations team in Toronto, Ontario, to lead engineering efforts that simplify IXL setup for schools and districts. The role covers project planning, estimates, work assignment, hands-on technical direction and team management. The posting states a full-time, on-site position with a base salary of $120,000 to $200,000 CAD plus benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Lead engineering efforts: plan projects, estimate, assign and track work
- Drive design, coding, testing and debugging for the team
- Collaborate across multiple development teams
- Work cross-functionally with product, design and QA
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or related field
- Excellent Java or other object-oriented programming skills
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Postgres, SQL and data architecture a plus
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Software development |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science |
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IXL Learning
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Full company description
At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. We apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge. IXL’s award-winning personalized learning platform is used by more than 18 million students worldwide. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs of each learner. And as the gold standard in educational technology, IXL is helping 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts successfully use technology to improve teaching and learning. Studies have shown that IXL leads to higher test scores, predicts success, and benefits all students. Learn more about how IXL accelerates learning at www.ixl.com/research IXL Learning’s family of brands includes Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading language learning program; TeachersPayTeachers, the leading marketplace of educator-created resources; Education.com, the most comprehensive library of learning activities for K-8 students; Wyzant, the nation’s largest tutoring network; Vocabulary.com, the educational destination for improving literacy skills; SpanishDictionary.com, the world’s most popular Spanish-English dictionary and translation website; and ABCya, the creator of over 300 educational computer games and apps for kids. Hear what our employees love about working at IXL: "At IXL, I take pride in knowing that the code we deliver helps educators and parents better understand how their children are learning. And, it's motivating to work on a team with supportive and highly capable coworkers who genuinely care about each other, the product, and our customers." - Adam Singer, Engineering Project Lead "Solving engineering challenges to continually improve our product really keeps me engaged in my work." - Jestin Ma, Software Engineer
- LinkedIn followers
- 206,917
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 5,330
- Reported office locations
- 777 Mariners Island Blvd., Suite 600, San Mateo (San Francisco Bay Area), CA 94404, US
- 1500 Perimeter Park Dr, Suite 200, Morrisville, North Carolina 27560, US
- 64 Orange St, Providence, Rhode Island 02903, US
- 326 Adelaide St W, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario M5V 1R3, CA
- Business categories
- Language Learning
- Education
- Art
- EdTech
- E-Learning
- Education Support & Training Services
- Other recorded names
- IXL Learning
- Specialties
- Web based educational software. and www.ixl.com
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. We apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge. IXL’s award-winning personalized learning platform is used by more than 18 million students worldwide. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | E-Learning Providers |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | San Mateo (San Francisco Bay Area), CA |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Web based educational software. and www.ixl.com |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
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IXL Learning, a global edtech leader with personalized learning products used by millions of students worldwide, is seeking a Technical Lead who has a passion for technology and education. You will be helping us build the tools needed to provide highly-demanded new integrations for IXL’s largest school districts.
At IXL Learning, we are dedicated to creating first-of-their-kind products that leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve seemingly intractable problems in education. Millions of users count on us to make learning as effective as can be, so we're looking for exceptional people who are committed to solving the real-world challenges faced by students and teachers around the world.
As a Technical Lead on our Integrations team, you will lead the engineering efforts to design and develop the tools and systems needed to simplify the setup of IXL for schools and districts. These integrations will help IXL work seamlessly with the technology ecosystems of all of our customers. This is an amazing opportunity for you to join a mission-driven high-growth company to manage a team of talented engineers and provide hands-on technical and project leadership. At IXL, we find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team.
This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our Toronto, Ontario, Canada, office. #LI-EM1
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Lead engineering efforts, which includes planning projects, developing estimates, assigning work, and tracking status
- Drive the development process for your team, including designing, coding, documenting, testing, debugging, and tuning
- Collaborate and communicate clearly across multiple development teams
- Work cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and QA to maintain and surpass product usability and quality standards
- Provide excellent project management direction and motivation to the team
- Thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
- Excellent programming skills in Java or other object-oriented language
- Postgres, SQL, Data Architecture a plus
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Passion for improving education through technology
The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $200,000 CAD + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
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