Technical Consultant - Mexico

At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers. We do this by giving smart, creative, passionate people opportunities to create awesome. And that's where you come in: Technical Consultants are responsible for providing expert consultation about and technical configuration of our products; this role will support implementations of products for new and existing customers. The ideal candidate for this position enjoys flexing their problem-solving skills, working with data pipelines, and writing basic code/scripting. This role requires adaptability, innovative thinking, and an affinity for technical concepts. What you will do: Work with internal resources and end users to determine technical requirements for authentication, SIS integration, etc. Assess, evaluate, and propose technical solutions according to customer needs and constraints Provide technical consultation and assistance for internal resources and customers including best practices and opportunities for efficiency improvement Pilot and test new middleware software designed to assist in transferring data between customer data source software and Canvas Maintain solution ownership from planning to delivery Ensure proper documentation is complete, current, and stored appropriately from task start to finish Focus on clear and concise communication, both oral and written, to ensure proper expectations are set and comprehension of complex and technical topics is established Build and maintain custom tools to increase workflow and productivity for the team Minimize Instructure’s exposure and risk as it applies to technical integrations and configurations What you need to know/have: Bachelor’s Degree in related field 2+ years experience in SaaS-based implementations or technical support Technical expertise with multiple identity provider authentication systems - CAS, SAML, LDAP, OAuth Experience with SQL and Relational Data Models Experience and familiarity in working with APIs Outstanding written and oral communication skills Strong interpersonal skills and customer focus Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies Some experience with a programming language strongly preferred Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including end users, upper management, and other departments Can conform to shifting priorities and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities Experience working in higher education or K12 experience preferred Get in on all the awesome at Instructure! We offer competitive, meaningful benefits in every country where we operate. While they vary by location, here's a general idea of what you can expect: Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success. Flexible work culture. Our remote, hybrid and in-office collaboration spaces vary by role, team and location. Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs. Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support Learning and development resources, including professional development tools and tuition reimbursement, to support your growth The technology and tools you need to do your best work Motivosity employee recognition program A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection We believe in hiring great people and treating them right. The more diverse we are, the better our ideas and outcomes. Instructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws in every country where we operate. All employees must pass a background check as part of the hiring process. To help protect our teams and systems, we’ve implemented identity verification measures. Candidates may be asked to verify their legal name, current physical location, and provide a valid contact number and residential address, in accordance with local data privacy laws. Any attempt to misrepresent personal or professional information will result in disqualification.