We’re a high-growth software company with a big mission: empowering K-12 district teams to do more with less.
At LINQ, we get K12. That’s why we help districts transform K-12 school operations with best-in-class, cloud-based software solutions built to help districts return more resources to classrooms. Integrating finance, HR, nutrition management, and payments into a single, secure platform, LINQ reduces administrative burden. LINQ is trusted by 30% of school districts across the U.S. to help them operate more efficiently and serve over 1 billion meals to 17 million students annually, process payroll for 364,000 educators, administrators, and staff, and engage with millions of families through the free LINQ Connect app.
Our team? They’re talented, committed, and fiercely loyal problem-solvers. At LINQ, you’ll find challenging and meaningful work, a team that respects and uplifts one another, and a commitment to constant improvement. Our customers love us because we’re attentive, patient, communicative, and solutions focused. They know they can count on us to not only anticipate their needs but to deliver the right answer every time.
About The Team:
LINQ’s Research & Development department is dedicated to driving innovation and continuous improvement across Payments, Nutrition, or Platform teams. Focused on exploring new technologies, optimizing systems, and developing forward thinking solutions, this team plays a critical role in shaping the future of LINQ. Through collaboration, strategic problem-solving, and rigorous testing, they ensure LINQ’s software remains cutting-edge, efficient, and aligned with the evolving needs of our customers.
About The Role:
Join LINQ Nutrition as a Software Engineer and become an integral part of our cross-functional team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering business-critical applications with high functionality and technical quality. You will collaborate closely with product owners and test engineers to create software that meets business needs.
We are looking for someone who can quickly learn new business domains and thrive in a team environment. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, maintainable software, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact for our customers.
Primary Objectives:
- Technical Excellence - A passion for creating cutting edge software through application of best engineering practices
- Continuous Improvement - A self-driven desire to find better ways to accomplish things
- Teamwork - A commitment to working as part of a team to achieve optimal results
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Innovating and maintaining a web-based product using .NET Core, .NET Framework, Angular, AngularJs, and Microsoft SQL
- Integrating with the latest AWS tools and features
- Contribute to the team’s commitments each sprint
- Collaborate with Product Teams to clarify design and implementation while meeting project goals
- Collaborate with other engineers and architects to determine optimal solution architecture, efficiency, maintainability and scalability
- Complete projects/tasks in a timely fashion while meeting sprint goals, commitments and quality standards
What We Are Looking For:
- At least 3-5 years of professional experience in Software Development
- 3+ years’ experience with .Net Engineering using C#
- 3+ years using front end platforms (AngularJS\Angular)
- 3+ years’ experience with AWS cloud environment
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent working experience
- Extensive experience in designing and creating API’s
- Extremely well versed in JavaScript and Typescript
- Experience with DynamoDB, or another serverless, NoSQL database platform
- Strong belief in and use of best practices
- Knowledge of common software design patterns and principles
- Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
- Ability to review and provide constructive feedback on other developers’ code
- Use of git repos, pull requests and peer code reviews
- Experience with unit testing and test-driven development
- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
- Ability to describe, present, and design architectural patterns within the codebase
What will Make You Stand Out:
- Experience with Microservices
- Experience with test automation tools, such as Jest, XUnit
- Knowledge and experience with AWS
- Experience working in EdTech
The Tech:
- .Net Framework\Core, C#, Typescript, AngularJS\Angular, Git, SQL, CSS, HTML, AWS Services
- Co-Pilot and/or Cursor is a MUST
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
🌎Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week!
💰Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary).
💸Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
🌴Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it.
👶Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered!
🎉Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year.
❤️Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares
🏥Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos.
💪Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options.
📚Grow With Us: Invest in yourself with professional development opportunities to keep leveling up your skills.
🎁Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!
