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Software Developer - Team Lead

Job Overview

Location

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Software Engineer

Date Posted

March 14, 2026

Full Job Description

📋 Description

  • As a Software Developer Team Lead at IXL Learning, you will be at the forefront of innovation, driving the engineering efforts for critical integrations that connect our world-class personalized learning products with the vast ecosystems of school districts across the globe.
  • This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to blend your technical expertise with leadership, guiding a talented team of engineers in designing, developing, and deploying solutions that simplify the setup and enhance the usability of IXL for millions of students and educators.
  • You will be instrumental in shaping the future of educational technology by building the tools and systems that ensure IXL seamlessly integrates with diverse school technology infrastructures, making learning more accessible and effective.
  • Your responsibilities will encompass the full software development lifecycle, from initial project planning and estimation to hands-on coding, rigorous testing, meticulous documentation, and ongoing performance tuning.
  • You will champion best practices in software development, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, robust, and scalable solutions that meet and exceed product usability and quality standards.
  • A significant aspect of this role involves fostering a collaborative and productive team environment, providing clear direction, technical guidance, and motivational leadership to your direct reports.
  • You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to translate product vision into tangible, high-impact features.
  • This position demands strong communication skills, enabling you to articulate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders across multiple development teams.
  • You will be expected to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • The role requires a deep understanding of software architecture and design principles, ensuring that the solutions developed are maintainable, efficient, and aligned with long-term technical strategy.
  • You will play a key role in mentoring and developing junior engineers, fostering their growth and contributing to the overall technical excellence of the team.
  • By leading the charge on these essential integrations, you will directly contribute to IXL Learning's mission of making education more effective and accessible for millions of learners worldwide.
  • This is more than just a coding role; it's a chance to lead, innovate, and make a tangible difference in the lives of students and teachers.
  • You will be responsible for managing project timelines, allocating resources effectively, and tracking progress to ensure timely and successful delivery of integration projects.
  • Your leadership will be crucial in navigating complex technical challenges and ensuring the team remains focused and motivated.
  • You will contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, helping to shape the technical direction of the integrations platform.
  • The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and solve real-world problems in education is at the core of this position.
  • You will be a key player in a company that is a leader in EdTech, with a proven track record of impacting millions of learners globally.
  • The role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, with one day per week work-from-home option.
  • IXL Learning is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can excel and contribute their best work.
  • You will be part of a company culture that values collaboration, kindness, respect, passion, tenacity, and authenticity.
  • The impact of your work will extend to millions of users, reinforcing the satisfaction of developing products that genuinely improve educational outcomes.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a mission-driven, high-growth organization.
  • You will be empowered to take ownership of your team's projects and drive them to successful completion.
  • The role involves continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies and educational trends.
  • You will be a vital link between our core product and the external educational technology landscape.
  • Your leadership will be essential in maintaining and elevating the high standards of product usability and quality that IXL Learning is known for.
  • This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the importance of your contribution to our team.
  • You will have the chance to work on projects that are at the forefront of educational technology innovation.
  • The team environment is supportive and encourages the open exchange of ideas, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Your ability to translate complex requirements into actionable development plans will be key to success.
  • You will be a champion for the team, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to achieve their goals.
  • The role provides a platform to influence the technical direction and strategy of integration development at IXL Learning.
  • You will be part of a company that is dedicated to solving significant challenges in education through technology.
  • The satisfaction of seeing your team's work directly benefit millions of students and teachers is a unique reward of this position.
  • This role is ideal for a seasoned developer who is ready to step into a leadership position and make a significant impact.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring the technical integrity and quality of all integration solutions developed by your team.
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid model in our Toronto office provides flexibility and work-life balance.
  • You will contribute to a company that is a recognized leader in the EdTech space, with a strong commitment to its mission.
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation and excellence within the Integrations team.
  • This role is a fantastic opportunity to lead a team and contribute to products that are changing the landscape of education.
  • You will be a key contributor to the success of IXL Learning's mission to improve education through technology.
  • The role offers a chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects that have a broad societal impact.
  • You will be part of a company that values its employees and fosters a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Your technical leadership will be crucial in guiding the team through complex development cycles.
  • This position is an excellent step for an experienced developer looking to advance into a team lead role.
  • You will be responsible for the overall success of your team's software development initiatives.
  • The opportunity to work with a diverse range of technologies and educational tools is a significant aspect of this role.
  • You will be a critical part of a company that is dedicated to creating effective and engaging learning experiences.
  • Your leadership will be essential in ensuring the team's adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • This role offers a unique blend of technical challenge and leadership responsibility.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is at the forefront of educational innovation.
  • The hybrid work model in Toronto provides a great balance for employees.
  • You will be part of a company that is committed to diversity and inclusion.
  • Your leadership will be key in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.
  • This position is an exciting opportunity to lead a team that is building essential components of a leading educational platform.
  • You will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation of IXL's integrations with school systems.
  • The role offers a chance to work on projects that have a direct and positive impact on education.
  • You will be part of a company that is passionate about its mission and its employees.
  • Your technical acumen and leadership skills will be highly valued in this role.
  • This position is a great opportunity for career growth and development within a leading EdTech company.
  • You will be responsible for the technical vision and execution of your team's projects.
  • The role involves collaborating with a talented group of engineers and product professionals.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is making a significant difference in the lives of learners worldwide.
  • Your leadership will be crucial in driving the team towards achieving its objectives.
  • This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a team in a dynamic and impactful industry.
  • You will be part of a company that is committed to innovation and excellence in education.
  • The hybrid work arrangement in Toronto offers flexibility and convenience.
  • You will be joining a company that values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace.
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a high-performing team culture.
  • This role is an exciting chance to lead a team that is building the future of educational technology.
  • You will be responsible for the technical success of your team's deliverables.
  • The opportunity to work on projects that enhance the learning experience for millions is a key aspect of this role.
  • You will be part of a company that is dedicated to empowering educators and students.
  • Your leadership will be vital in ensuring the team's success and growth.
  • This position offers a rewarding career path in the EdTech sector.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is a leader in personalized learning.
  • The hybrid work model provides a good work-life balance.
  • You will be joining a company that is committed to making a positive impact on society.
  • Your leadership will be key in driving innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
  • This role is an exciting opportunity to lead a team that is building critical components of a leading educational platform.
  • You will be responsible for the technical direction and execution of your team's projects.
  • The opportunity to work on projects that directly impact millions of learners is a significant draw.
  • You will be part of a company that is passionate about education and technology.
  • Your leadership skills will be essential in guiding your team to success.
  • This position offers a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is revolutionizing education.
  • The hybrid work model in Toronto offers flexibility and convenience.
  • You will be joining a company that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
  • This role is an exciting opportunity to lead a team that is building the future of educational technology.
  • You will be responsible for the technical success of your team's deliverables.
  • The opportunity to work on projects that enhance the learning experience for millions is a key aspect of this role.
  • You will be part of a company that is dedicated to empowering educators and students.
  • Your leadership will be vital in ensuring the team's success and growth.
  • This position offers a rewarding career path in the EdTech sector.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is a leader in personalized learning.
  • The hybrid work model provides a good work-life balance.
  • You will be joining a company that is committed to making a positive impact on society.
  • Your leadership will be key in driving innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
  • This role is an exciting opportunity to lead a team that is building critical components of a leading educational platform.
  • You will be responsible for the technical direction and execution of your team's projects.
  • The opportunity to work on projects that directly impact millions of learners is a significant draw.
  • You will be part of a company that is passionate about education and technology.
  • Your leadership skills will be essential in guiding your team to success.
  • This position offers a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
  • You will be contributing to a company that is revolutionizing education.
  • The hybrid work model in Toronto offers flexibility and convenience.
  • You will be joining a company that values diversity and inclusion.
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

Skills & Technologies

Java
PostgreSQL
Senior
Onsite
Degree Required

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About IXL Learning, Inc.

IXL Learning, Inc. creates subscription-based K-12 educational software including the IXL personalized learning platform, Rosetta Stone language programs, Vocabulary.com, Education.com, ABCya, Wyzant tutoring, and Emmersion language assessments. Products combine curriculum, analytics, and diagnostics covering math, English language arts, science, social studies, Spanish, and coding. Founded in 1998, the San Mateo, California company serves millions of students and educators worldwide across web, iOS, Android, and Kindle platforms.

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