Learning Management System Application Architect

In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert responsible for maintaining and optimizing both Totara and Moodle learning management systems (LMS). Your primary focus will be to architect and implement enhancements that ensure these platforms are robust, scalable, and aligned with organizational needs. You will analyze current system configurations, identify areas for improvement, and lead the technical execution of upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to users and seamless integration with existing infrastructure. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential as you define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver solutions that support the evolving demands of the project. Your ability to manage large-scale application upgrades, automate deployment processes, and maintain system reliability will be key to your success in this dynamic and impactful role.

Responsibilities

Serve as subject matter expert responsible for maintaining and optimizing Totara and Moodle learning management systems; Architect and implement enhancements to ensure platforms are robust, scalable, and aligned with organizational needs; Analyze current system configurations and identify areas for improvement; Lead technical execution of upgrades with minimal disruption to users and seamless integration with existing infrastructure; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver solutions; Manage large-scale application upgrades; Automate deployment processes; Maintain system reliability

Requirements

Hands-on experience with Linux environments, PHP development, and cloud-based deployments using AWS; Familiarity with the unique features and upgrade paths of both Moodle and Totara; Exposure to best practices in LMS architecture, system security, and performance optimization; Technical expertise in Totara or Moodle; Proficiency with Linux; Strong PHP programming skills; Bachelor's degree

Nice to have

Experience with Ansible (or other) automation tools; Containerized deployments of Totara and/or Moodle; Experience with AWS

Benefits

Hands-on experience; Certifications; Industry training