Data and Technology Manager

Pittsburgh, PA preferred, or remote within the U.S.
1099 Contractor | $35-50/hour | 20 hours/week | Start: August 2026

About OpenLiteracy

Today, just 33% of all students and just 18% of low-income students are reading proficiently by the end of third grade. That statistic should bother you as much as it bothers us. At OpenLiteracy, we're not content to watch another generation fall through the cracks. We built a 1:1, high-impact tutoring model that puts certified teachers directly in front of the kids who need them most, and we're proving it works. Our recently completed randomized control trial with Johns Hopkins puts us on track for ESSA Tier 1 STRONG evidence, the highest bar in education research. We're a small team doing work that matters, and we're just getting started.

The Role

The Data and Technology Manager supports the data and technical infrastructure behind our tutoring services. Reporting directly to the Chief Product Officer, your first priority in this role will be re-architecting our current automated learning plan system to support the scale we've grown into as our tutoring program has expanded. This is a hands-on, high-impact project – you'll revise how our Google Apps Script automations handle high-volume, simultaneous use, drawing on strong working knowledge of Google Apps and Google Apps Script. During the school year, you'll work hands-on with data management and support the redesigned learning plan approach that our tutors and staff rely on every day. This role sits at the intersection of technology and education, and requires someone comfortable both managing a suite of Google technical tools and working closely with data to support the people using it.

This role is ideal for a technically skilled professional who takes pride in managing clean, functional systems and is energized by knowing that the tools they support are directly improving literacy outcomes for children across the country.

Core responsibilities include:

• Re-architecting and scaling our Google Apps Script–based learning plan system to support high-volume, simultaneous use
• Managing and organizing attendance and learning data related to our tutoring service, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Building and maintaining dashboards and reports using Data Studio (formerly Looker Studio)
• Identifying and resolving technical issues with the learning plan system and/or data management systems in a timely and organized manner
• Supporting data integrity and ensuring systems function accurately and efficiently

Why Work With Us

Fully Remote. Work from anywhere in the U.S. with a flexible schedule.

Meaningful, Focused Work. You'll take ownership of a specific set of technical Google-based tools and data processes that directly support our tutoring program.

Collaborative Environment. You'll work closely with our team to keep our tutoring tools running smoothly and evolving to meet real needs.

Possibility to Grow. While this is a 1099 position to start, as we grow we imagine that this will be a full-time position. OpenLiteracy is a growing organization with an expanding product suite and need for data support. There's a natural runway for this role to deepen in responsibility and impact as we scale.

Qualifications

Required:

• Demonstrated experience with Google Scripts and Google Apps (e.g., Sheets, Apps Script, etc.), including working knowledge of Google Sheets API's batch operations
• Experience with Data Studio (Looker Studio) for reporting and dashboards
• Strong data management and technical documentation skills
• Daytime availability Monday-Thursday between 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET, as this is when the majority of our tutoring occurs
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a systematic approach to problem-solving
• U.S. work authorization, U.S. mailing address, and ability to receive U.S. bank deposits

Preferred:

• Background in backend or API design outside of Google Workspace
• Experience in the K–12 education sector
• Experience with education technology products or platforms
• Familiarity with literacy curriculum or intervention programs

Application Process

1. Complete the online application at openliteracy.com/jobs
2. Respond to role-focused questions and share portfolio examples as appropriate
3. Meet with members of our leadership team for an interview
4. Complete a criminal background check

OpenLiteracy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from technical and product professionals of all backgrounds.