About

Who We Are

• KEV builds mission-critical financial software for K12 schools across North America. Our platform provides real-time visibility and control over how funds are collected and managed, replacing fragmented workflows with secure, modern systems that schools rely on every day.
• Trusted by more than 27,000 K12 schools managing over $8B annually, KEV delivers mission-critical software for payments, accounting, and reporting, where reliability and security matter. Headquartered in Toronto with teams across North America, we are scaling quickly and investing deeply in cloud-native, data-driven technology.
• KEV is a place for people who care about building durable software at scale and doing work that has real impact in public education. We focus on solving hard problems, raising the bar on engineering craft, and building products that earn long-term trust from the communities we serve.
• About the Role
• We are hiring a Manager, Software Engineering to lead two product-focused engineering teams within KEV’s fundraising portfolio—products that directly support how schools raise and manage critical funds.
• The first team owns LunchBox, our school lunch ordering solution used daily by schools to support fundraising and meal operations at scale. The second team will build and scale KEV’s Fundraising Platform, enabling campaign management and web stores that power student clubs, sports teams, and extracurricular activities across thousands of schools.
• This is a senior people-leadership role for an experienced SaaS engineering manager who thrives in growth environments. You will own delivery and execution across multiple teams, scale engineering practices as products mature, and partner closely with Product and Design to shape the next phase of KEV’s fundraising capabilities. This role offers meaningful ownership, real product complexity, and the opportunity to lead teams building software with visible impact.
• How You’ll Contribute
• Engineering Leadership: Lead and develop two product-focused engineering teams with clear accountability for delivery, quality, and team health. Set expectations, coach effectively, and build strong engineers as the teams scale.
• Delivery Ownership: Own execution across the LunchBox and Fundraising Platform teams, translating priorities into clear plans and predictable outcomes. Establish strong operating rhythms, manage dependencies, and remove friction to keep teams focused and delivering consistently.
• Product Partnership: Partner closely with Product Management to shape scope, sequencing, and trade-offs. Ensure work is well-defined, progress is visible, and teams deliver high-quality software that creates meaningful value for schools and fundraising programs.
• Agile Practices: Lead teams operating in Agile environments, strengthening planning, estimation, and delivery discipline while keeping the focus on outcomes over process.
• Quality and Reliability: Ensure quality, reliability, and security are built into the development lifecycle through strong engineering and testing practices and a clear shift-left mindset.
• DevOps and Production Readiness: Support strong DevOps practices across the teams, ensuring CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and operational standards enable reliable releases. Partner with platform and operations teams to improve release readiness, observability, and production stability.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership for teams working with React, .NET, and API-driven microservice architectures on Azure, balancing delivery speed, quality, and long-term maintainability while supporting scalable, secure solutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product, QA, Support, and engineering peers to ensure alignment, surface risks early, and drive smooth execution across teams.
• Who You Are
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• A senior engineering leader with 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including 5+ years leading and developing engineers in SaaS environments
• Proven experience leading multiple Agile teams delivering customer-facing products at scale
• Deep familiarity with modern SaaS architectures, including React frontends, .NET and API-driven microservices, and cloud platforms such as Azure
• Experienced operating in Agile delivery environments, with a strong grasp of planning, estimation, and execution across complex initiatives
• Comfortable balancing delivery speed, quality, and long-term maintainability in real-world product environments
• Demonstrated ability to hire, coach, and retain high-performing engineers, including senior ICs
• A pragmatic, clear communicator who can work effectively with Product, QA, and non-technical stakeholders
• Business-minded, with a strong understanding of how engineering execution impacts customer experience and company outcomes
• Motivated by ownership, accountability, and continuously raising the bar on engineering execution
• What We Offer
• Competitive compensation – We believe in rewarding great work with fair, competitive pay.
• Meaningful benefits– Because your well-being matters; both at work and at home.
• Retirement Savings Support – We help you plan for your future with company-matched programs, including RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) contributions in the U.S.
• Professional development – We invest in your growth with ongoing learning, stretch opportunities, and continuing education, including KEV Academy for onboarding and skill-building, plus KEV University, our online platform offering a wide range of courses.
• Hybrid model – 3 days in the office to collaborate and connect, with flexibility the rest of the week.
• Flexible PTO – Take the time you need to recharge with close to 4 weeks of vacation and a company-wide holiday closure
• Office perks – Enjoy a fully stocked snack bar and occasional catered lunches—because we know that great conversations (and ideas) often start around good food.
• Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.
• Why You’ll Love Working at KEV
• Make a real difference every day – At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don’t just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K-12 education.
• The KEV Way – At KEV, you’ll never feel stuck in the status quo. You’ll be part of a team that’s constantly questioning, improving, and innovating—always with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It’s a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters.
• Grow with us – We’re scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you’ll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whether advancing in your role or exploring a new path, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
• Work alongside excellence – You’ll be part of a team with integrity who treat their colleagues with respect. who are accomplished but humble, collaborative but accountable. It’s a place where you can do your best work while feeling supported and inspired by the people around you.
• Celebrate Community and Culture – At KEV, we connect, recognize, and celebrate our people. Join Club KEV for team-building fun, hear directly from customers in our Voice of Customer Series, stay aligned with Monthly Townhalls, and be inspired by the KEVite Awards, where top contributors are recognized by their peers.
• This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity.
• KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager.
• KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.
• Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.