Senior LMS Administrator

Chapel Hill

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Job Id:
0000176996

Job Category:
Information Technology

Job Location:
Chapel Hill

Security Clearance:
No Clearance

Business Unit:
Piper Companies

Division:
Not Defined

Position Owner:
Greg Silvestri

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior LMS Administrator to join a leading organization in the education technology industry. The Senior LMS Administrator will serve as the technical owner of the learning management system environment, supporting enterprise-level administration, integrations, and platform optimization with a strong focus on Canvas, APIs, and LTI implementations.


Responsibilities of the Senior LMS Administrator:

• Administer, configure, and maintain the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) environment.

• Manage and support LMS integrations utilizing REST APIs, SIS imports, and third-party learning technologies.

• Implement, configure, and troubleshoot LTI 1.1 and LTI 1.3 integrations with external applications and content providers.

• Collaborate with instructional designers, IT teams, vendors, and key stakeholders to enhance LMS functionality and user experience.

• Monitor system performance, security, and data integrity while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, integration workflows, and administrative processes.

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for LMS-related issues, escalations, and platform enhancements.

• Analyze system usage, recommend improvements, and drive LMS optimization initiatives.


Qualifications of the Senior LMS Administrator:

• 5+ years of Learning Management System administration experience, preferably with Canvas.

• Hands-on experience working with Canvas APIs, RESTful web services, and LMS integrations.

• Strong understanding of Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI), including LTI 1.1 and LTI 1.3 standards.

• Experience supporting enterprise learning platforms and integrating third-party educational technologies.

• Knowledge of user provisioning, SIS integrations, authentication protocols, and data management processes.

• Experience with SQL, scripting, or automation tools is preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.


Compensation for the Senior LMS Administrator includes:

• Salary range: $95,000 - $105,000 annually

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth


This job opens for applications on 10/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.


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