Fast Facts

Ascend Learning is seeking an Integration Engineer to design and implement integration solutions, bridging technology with client needs in a collaborative environment. This hybrid position in Leawood, Kansas, demands technical expertise in software development and a passion for improving educational outcomes.

Responsibilities: The Integration Engineer will collaborate with clients to configure integrations, develop solutions for learning platforms, establish data protocols, manage technical debt, and participate in pre-sales discussions.

Skills: Proficient in software development, database management, API integrations, and programming languages such as C#, Ruby, Java, or Python. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is preferred, along with 3+ years of experience in software development and integration technologies, and a strong understanding of LMS and educational technologies.

Location: This position is hybrid, based in Leawood, Kansas, United States.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $90,000 - $130,000.

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

Ascend Learning leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Integration Engineer will leverage their technical expertise and problem-solving skills to create meaningful solutions that bridge technology and the users who rely on it. This role will collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique needs and deliver integration solutions that meet and exceed expectations. The Integration Engineer will design and build applications to address gaps, ensuring system reliability, resiliency, and seamless functionality.

This position requires a strong background in software development, database management, and exceptional interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and troubleshoot challenges effectively.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position will work a hybrid schedule from our Leawood, KS office location.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME

• Work closely with clients to understand their integration needs and requirements, and configure integrations to meet their needs
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve integration processes and tools
• Develop and implement integration solutions to connect clients’ learning platforms and student information with Ascend content and learning products
• Establish standardized Exchange data protocols between platforms to facilitate seamless integration functionality
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for integration processes and provide training to clients and internal teams on best practices and troubleshooting techniques
• Manage technical debt list specific to integrations across multiple platforms
• Participate in pre-sales calls to understand a prospective customer’s integration needs and support any technical discussions needed prior to onboarding

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred or equivalent professional work experience required. High school diploma or GED required
• 3+ years’ experience in software development and database management
• 3+ Years of experience working with relational database technologies (MySQL, MS Sql Server, etc.)
• 3+ years in .NET, Ruby or similar coding language, with experience in developing and integrating applications using these technologies
• Experience working directly with customers, and documenting requirements gathered in those discussions
• Strong understanding of integration techniques and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience with API integrations and web services
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and educational technologies (i.e. SAML, LTI, etc) 
• Familiarity with data formats such as XML and JSON
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Ruby, Java, or Python
• Understanding of security protocols and data privacy regulations

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

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

About Ascend Learning

As a tech-enabled services 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 healthcare, fitness and wellness, public and workplace safety, skilled trades, insurance, financial services, cybersecurity, and higher education. We're committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to have an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve. Headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2023 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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