Director of Development and Innovation

4 weeks ago


Leawood, Kansas, United States Ascend Learning Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Development and Innovation to join our team at Ascend Learning. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for leading and managing a group of development teams working on our Healthcare Workforce Solutions initiative.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, with experience in leading high-performing teams and driving technical innovation. You will provide strategic direction, guidance, and mentorship to team leads and developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

About the Team

You will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about developing innovative solutions to improve healthcare outcomes. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of our customers.

We are looking for a talented individual who is able to bring their expertise and experience to our team. If you are a motivated and driven leader who is passionate about software engineering and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

About the Company

Ascend Learning is a national leader in developing and delivering data-driven online educational content, software, assessments, analytics, and simulations serving institutions, students and employers across various industries.

We are committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to make an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a group of development teams working on our Healthcare Workforce Solutions initiative
  • Provide strategic direction, guidance, and mentorship to team leads and developers
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment
  • Drive technical innovation and improvement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scopes, objectives, and requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field preferred or equivalent experience required
  • 8+ years of software development or technical experience
  • 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Microsoft .NET and C# (.NET 4.72 preferred)
  • 3+ years of experience as a manager with demonstrated leadership for multiple teams that include team leads and developers
  • Strong understanding of software development methodologies, agile/SAFe practices, and project management principles
Benefits
  • Flexible and generous paid time off
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) employer matching program
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness resources
  • Charitable matching program
  • Hybrid work
  • On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
  • Community outreach groups
  • Tuition reimbursement


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