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MagicSchool AI · 1 day ago

Head of Solutions Architecture

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$150K/yr - $175K/yr

MagicSchool is the premier generative AI platform for teachers, with over 7 million educators using their services. They are seeking a Head of Solutions Architecture to lead and scale the Solutions Architecture function within Professional Services, collaborating closely with Sales to enhance pre and post-sale engagements with K-12 districts.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)E-LearningEdTechEducation

Responsibilities

Build a metrics driven solutions architect operating model that clearly demonstrates impact on deal velocity, deal size, win rates, implementation quality, and renewal outcomes, along with a consistent reporting cadence to Sales and PS leadership
Define the end to end vision of success for Solutions Architects including clear expectations, competencies, and performance standards across pre sale solutioning, instructional workflow design, technical reviews, and post sale implementation support
Prepare and upskill the SA team to support both SaaS and services based offerings by strengthening their consultative, instructional, technical, and implementation readiness capabilities
Serve as the connective tissue between districts and internal teams by translating field insights into product, implementation, and sales strategy, and by reinforcing what successful district implementations should look like at MagicSchool
Increase SA effectiveness in high impact district engagements such as demos, workshops, RFPs, pilots, and renewal rescues to support long education sales cycles

Qualification

K-12 district knowledgeSolutions Architecture experienceTechnical aptitudeConsultative storytellingProcess buildingCross-functional influenceCommunicationTeam management

Required

Demonstrated ability to build processes and operating rhythms in ambiguous or zero to one environments
Demonstrated success supporting strategic district engagements such as RFPs, pilots, workshops, or technical reviews
Strong understanding of K-12 district landscapes including curriculum, instructional workflows, technical requirements, and AI in education
Ability to influence cross functional stakeholders and align teams without authority
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to represent the district voice internally and externally
Experience in education, EdTech, instructional technology, or K-12 implementation environments
Experience coaching teams in consultative storytelling, technical credibility, and high stakes presentations
Experience managing Solutions Architects, Sales Engineers, or similar technical customer facing teams
Experience working across pre sale and/or post sale motions in K-12 SaaS or services organizations
Experience collaborating closely with Sales and Professional Services in complex or long cycle sales contexts
Experience building or improving team processes, operating cadences, or performance frameworks
Strong technical aptitude, with an understanding of AI tools, SSO, LMS, LTI integrations, and district IT landscapes

Preferred

Prior experience as a Solutions Architect or Sales Engineer in K-12
Experience shaping or scaling an SA function
Experience partnering closely with Product to translate field insights into roadmap direction
Experience in both SaaS and services organizations
Experience coaching teams on high visibility demos and district-facing communication

Benefits

Unlimited time off to empower our employees to manage their work-life balance.
Choice of employer-paid health insurance plans so that you can take care of yourself and your family.
Dental and vision are also offered at very low premiums.
Every employee is offered generous stock options, vested over 4 years.
401k match & monthly wellness stipend.

Company

MagicSchool AI

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MagicSchool is an AI platform in education and growing technology for schools.
dateFounded in 2023
location
Denver, Colorado, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.magicschool.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$62.4M
Key Investors
Valor Equity PartnersBain Capital VenturesRange Ventures
2025-02-04Series B· $45M
2024-06-27Series A· $15M
2023-08-28Pre Seed· $2.4M

Leadership Team

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Adeel Khan
Founder & CEO
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Mike Biven
President
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