Technologist in Residence, Array

About Array Education

Array Education is an innovation studio dedicated to driving the next generation of teaching and learning solutions. With over three decades of launching some of the nation’s most impactful schools and instructional programs, we are building a sandbox for entrepreneurs, educators, and technologists to:

• Test and refine cutting-edge ideas.
• Incubate new ventures.
• Build collaborative teams.
• Scale promising education technologies for maximum impact.

We engage with learners from early literacy through early career and focus intently on solving six urgent challenges facing education today—from ensuring every student learns to read by 3rd grade, to leveraging AI and data systems that diagnose learning needs in real time.

Our work spans:

• Launching and housing innovative nonprofits (e.g., Lit, Teach Like a Champion, nXu, In Tandem, Prelude, Cooperman College Scholars).
• Board membership and advisory roles for mission-driven organizations (e.g., Zearn, Relay, KIPP).
• An AI Sandbox where we build, design, and collaborate on next-gen edtech solutions.
• Investing R&D funds (Array Education Ventures) in early-stage, for-profit companies developing breakthrough education technologies.

Why This Role Matters

At Array, we believe educators should not merely “receive” the future of edtech; they should create it. Our Technologist in Residence (TiR) will be central to that mission, helping us rapidly prototype AI-powered tools, test emerging platforms, and extend our reach across pre-K, K-12, and early-career settings. Working closely with our AI Sandbox team and alongside teachers, startup founders, and strategic partners, you will bridge visionary insight with tangible proof-of-concepts that can transform learner outcomes at scale.

What You’ll Do

1. Lead Rapid Prototyping & Advanced Product Development

• Architect and Develop: Use your software engineering expertise to design and build high-quality interactive demos, such as AI-powered tutoring tools, simulations, or data-driven dashboards.
• Accelerate Iteration: Lead rapid development cycles, delivering functional prototypes ready for classroom testing.
• Push Technological Boundaries: Implement advanced AI/ML models, integrating them into scalable, user-facing applications that tackle critical education challenges like personalized instruction and formative assessment.

2. Drive Strategic Technology Exploration

• Identify Emerging Trends: Analyze and experiment with cutting-edge technologies across areas like AI, data analytics, and interactive platforms.
• Evaluate Feasibility: Provide expert insights on the viability of new tools, guiding Array's R&D priorities.
• Showcase Innovation: Deliver compelling demonstrations and proof-of-concepts to stakeholders, illustrating how transformative AI technologies can be applied to real-world educational challenges.

3. Contribute as a Senior Technical Leader

• Technical Evaluation: Assess vendor solutions and infrastructure for scalability, security, and compliance.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Share best practices in engineering, guide educators on leveraging AI tools, and foster a culture of innovation and responsible tech use within Array and its partners.

 

Who You Are

A seasoned technologist with a deep passion for creating impactful solutions at the intersection of AI and education.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven Senior Engineering Expertise: 5+ years in software engineering, with demonstrated success in leading complex AI or ML-driven application development.
• AI-Native Development: Hands-on experience integrating AI/ML models into interactive, user-facing systems.
• Rapid Prototyping Mindset: Skilled in delivering high-quality prototypes under tight deadlines, leveraging tools like ML libraries, game engines, and open-source frameworks.
• Strategic Foresight: A track record of evaluating emerging technologies and translating them into practical, impactful solutions.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Exceptional ability to explain complex technical concepts to educators, leaders, and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• • Experience in EdTech or education-related fields.
  • Familiarity with data privacy laws like FERPA and COPPA.
  • Product management expertise, particularly in balancing user needs with technical constraints.
  • Startup or innovation lab experience with quick iteration cycles.

Why Join Array Education?

• Broad Scope, Big Impact: Our portfolio spans early literacy through early career—you’ll have the opportunity to shape tools that could help learners at every stage.
• Creative Freedom: A true sandbox environment, where you can explore, fail fast, and iterate to uncover the most promising solutions.
• Collaborative Network: Work alongside top-tier education nonprofits (Zearn, nXu, KIPP) and mission-driven startups (Bloom, Prisms, Coursemojo) to refine AI-driven solutions.
• Mission-Focused Culture: Every experiment, investment, or partnership is aimed at addressing urgent educational challenges, from reading instruction to workforce readiness.
• Professional Growth: Expand your leadership and mentorship repertoire as you guide our internal teams and external partners through emerging tech landscapes.

Hours/Location

• This is a remote and part-time independent contractor role with potential for full-time employment

 

How to Apply

If you’re excited about designing the future of AI in education—from pre-K phonics to college and career pathways—we’d love to hear from you. Please complete the application below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Array Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We look forward to learning more about how your expertise can help us solve education’s most pressing challenges.