Manager, Software Engineering

LocationKitchener

TypeOnsite

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Software Engineer

ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven, hyper-growth organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our

six core valuesare our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our growing Software Development team and help take our company and platform to the next level! This role will be pivotal in integrating cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies into our core products.

Responsibilities

Meet business needs by managing the activities of engineers, consistently delivering quality solutions, with a focus on AI-driven features and systems.
Work with internal customers to gather business processes and project requirements, particularly those related to data utilization and intelligent automation.
Actively drives the development life-cycle from requirements analysis, feasibility estimates, architectural design, development, implementation, and operational support, ensuring AI/ML solutions are scalable and robust.
Work closely with Product Management partners in developing project plans, resource planning, scheduling and managing development timelines, specifically for machine learning initiatives.
Building and managing multi-disciplined software team and overseeing the development processes using industry best practices, including best practices for MLOps and model deployment.
Responsible for design reviews, code reviews, and mentoring the software engineering team, promoting a culture of data-informed decision-making and ethical AI development.
Work closely with the Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers to hire world-class talent, with a focus on recruiting engineers with AI/ML expertise.
Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in high-pressure environments; excelling at pinpointing and resolving problems in early project stages to avoid cost/time expenses.
Plan and participate in community meetups, fireside chats, info sessions, tech and recruiting events, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years of work experience in software development.
Min. of 1+ years in a leadership role within software development (Engineering Manager level equivalent or higher).
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
Demonstrated experience managing or contributing to the delivery of AI/Machine Learning products or features.
Proficiency with agile methodologies, software development tools, and best practices.
Strong experiential knowledge of development in an environment utilizing TDD and CI/CD.
Knowledge of Object-Oriented Design, data structures, algorithm design, and complexity analysis.
Experience in defining and executing professional software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle.
Proficiency in Event-Driven and Service-Oriented Architecture.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions.
Strengths in problem-solving, issue resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated experience engaging and influencing peers and executives.
Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs and evaluate opportunistic new ideas with internal and external partners.
Demonstrated ability to work with business, legal, engineering, design, and other stakeholders to deliver products/services.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
A strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive.
A strong leader, mentor, and people manager.
Track record of data-driven decisions.

About ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started.ApplyBoard’s global team assists students and our 1,500+ partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. As a five-time consecutive Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 ranked company, ApplyBoard keeps international students at the heart of everything we do.Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World.

While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview.ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.

Life at ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard (Easy Education Inc.) is revolutionizing the way international students apply to universities, colleges and high schools in Canada and the United States of America. Students from anywhere in the world can easily find and apply to the best programs based on their academic background, desired course of study and financial means.

Our goal is to make studying abroad a reality for students from around the globe, regardless of their nationality, location or educational background. We believe in providing educational opportunities and we feel it makes the world a better place when we expose students to other cultures and languages.

Today, student by student we are helping thousands of people realize their dreams, attending the best schools while building a better future for the world.

=> Mission: ApplyBoard's mission is to make education accessible for everyone, regardless of their nationality or location. Our success is measured by our students success in their education journey. We understand each student's needs, we remove their obstacles, and we make studying at their dream school a reality.

=> Technology: We constructed our Platform as a Service (PaaS) with our students and partners in mind. Our use of AI aligns the interests of our students and our partner schools by matching each student with their most suitable program. The platform is intuitive, personalized and designed to help everyone succeed.

=> Solutions: Whether you are a student, school or agent, ApplyBoard has a solution for you.

Students - We will help you in every step of your application, free of charge. We let you know which documents are required, we carefully review them, forward your tuition payments and assist with everything from your visa application to your airport pick-up.

Schools - We save you time and money when we review each student's application, ensuring each is fully qualified and complete when we send it to you. When we submit each application, we adhere to your admissions structure.

Agents - Our Agent Dashboard allows you to manage all of your students and their information, while staying organised and up-to-date with the status of their applications. The process is streamlined through our platform, so we submit your students applications once complete, and in return your commission is distributed to you automatically once the student is enrolled.

Thrive Here & What We Value

Mission-driven, Hyper-Growth Organization

Built on a Foundation of Diversity

Six Core Values as Compass in Mission to Educate the World

Representative of Students from More Than 150 Countries Supported

Positive Working Relationships with Key Internal Stakeholdrances

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Professional development and growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements and the ability to work from anywhere

Certified by Great Place to Work® Institute (India) for outstanding employee experience and workplace culture