Tech Lead, Software Engineering

Technical Lead, Software Engineering Location: Remote (Anywhere in Canada) Company Overview eDynamic Learning is celebrating 16 years of serving educators. Founded by a classroom teacher, we're on a mission to empower educators with accessible and equitable resources, guiding students on their journey to life after graduation. We are dedicated to supporting both teachers and programs that facilitate student exploration of interests, career options, and skill acquisition through Career and Technical Education (CTE). We prioritize quality and the development of vital life readiness skills, including interpersonal communication and financial literacy. Our commitment to fostering exploration starts early, with resources tailored to middle school students. Our rich courseware catalog and Learning Blade resource have a proven track record of expanding STEM, computer science, and career interest and awareness. As the largest publisher of CTE and elective digital curriculum in North America, we offer a vast catalog of over 250 courses spanning grades 6-12. Our CTE pathway curriculum aligns to 14 career clusters, preparing students for nearly 100 industry certifications. To help bring our curriculum to learners, we provide professional development as well as virtual instructional services, supported by certified teachers, that facilitate personalized learning. eDynamic Learning doesn't stop at coursework alone. We are passionate about helping students grow their skills through experiential learning through our Knowledge Matters virtual simulation instructional materials and projects. Our simulations are true hands-on learning in a virtual environment. We take pride in the fact that our solutions and services are designed to empower educators and students alike, enabling them to take a transformative journey of exploration, engage in learning, and participate in real‑world experiences. In July 2025, eDynamic Learning was acquired by Pearson. Role Overview In this role, you will report to the Software Engineering Manager and work closely with the rest of the Software Engineering team, DevOps, Business Systems, and other teams across the company. In this role, you will oversee and participate in our software activities of a small software team, including development, testing, and implementation of our product. If you’re a motivated software engineer looking to make a powerful and positive impact in the education space, this is the role for you Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and architectural direction for software development projects Define and implement best practices in design, coding, testing, and deployment Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Participate in and oversee development, testing, and release management processes Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance performance and efficiency Mentor and coach developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Conduct code reviews and enforce quality standards across the codebase Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues; manage and reduce technical debt Maintain and improve system performance, scalability, and security Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency Ideal Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience 10+ years of experience in commercial software development Extensive experience with Node.js and TypeScript Strong understanding of HTTP, RESTful API design, and microservices architecture React experience preferred Familiarity with .NET is a plus Proven experience building and maintaining high‑traffic, production‑grade systems Experience with automated testing and CI/CD practices Proficiency with AWS, Docker, Linux, and bash scripting (preferred) Legally eligible to work in Canada and/or the U.S Skills Experience in mentoring and coaching junior developers Self-starter who thrives in a remote, fast-paced environment Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills Excellent communication and collaboration abilities #J-18808-Ljbffr