Finalsite is the preferred website, communications, enrollment, and marketing platform of more than 7,000 schools and school districts in 119 countries around the world. The company’s people, products and services transform how schools connect and engage with their community, recruit students and staff, and fundraise; while managing the complex requirements around data privacy, accessibility, hosting and security. Finalsite products and services include award-winning website designs, a robust content management system, mass communications tools, a powerful enrollment management system, innovative inbound marketing tools, data integration, training, support and marketing consulting. Finalsite is headquartered in Glastonbury, CT, USA with employees who work remotely in nearly every state in the U.S. as well as Europe, South America, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.finalsite.com.
VISION
Finalsite will transform the way school communities engage with their schools.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
The Data Integration Team Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of data integration projects for K-12 clients, ensuring that all projects meet specifications and are delivered on time and within scope. This role involves managing a team of Data Integration Specialists while collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to maintain streamlined processes and effectively address technical challenges.
By establishing and enforcing standards, processes, and best practices, the Data Integration Team Manager will drive consistency, efficiency, and quality across all data integration activities, ultimately enhancing the client experience with Finalsite’s solutions.
This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, people management, and strategic thinking to foster innovation and continuous improvement within the data integration function. The manager will also play a critical role in mentoring team members, facilitating knowledge sharing, and ensuring the team’s readiness to handle complex integration requirements.
LOCATION
100% Remote - Anywhere within the US
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead, mentor, and support a team of Data Integration Specialists, fostering a positive, collaborative environment focused on skill development, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Establish team goals and performance metrics, monitor progress, and conduct regular evaluations to promote accountability and growth.
Allocate resources effectively within the team and coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure adequate support for project needs.
Act as a point of escalation for complex client integration issues, providing technical guidance on troubleshooting and process optimizations to ensure the delivery of accurate and consistent data.
Provide technical guidance on data mapping, scripting, and transfer protocols, ensuring the team’s technical competence and readiness to address complex integration requirements.
Continuously monitor and optimize data integration workflows, ensuring data mapping, integrity checks, and client communications are executed with high standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with Product, Engineering, and other key departments to ensure alignment on client needs and technical requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred. Relevant work experience may substitute.
5+ years of experience in data integration, IT, or a related technical role, with strong proficiency in SQL, Ruby on Rails, XSL, or similar scripting and web development languages, as well as experience with Python. Familiarity with SAML, LDAP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and SFTP protocols.
Strong leadership and management skill, with a track record of successfully leading and developing a high-performing team.
Proactive and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment, with strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong understanding of data integration processes, project management methodologies, and risk management practices.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.
DISCLOSURES
Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation. Ensure your Finalsite job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of verbal communication and ensure all email correspondence is from a finalsite.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at finalsite.com/jobs.
