Education
Tech Recruitment
Our industry-leading EdTech recruitment specialists understand the unique demands of Higher Education institutions and Universities. We streamline your hiring process and connect you with exceptional talent passionate about transforming education — empowering you to build innovative teams that deliver outstanding learning experiences.

Our Clients in Education
Your EdTech hiring partner who knows the landscape inside out
A Clicks Industry Specialist brings deep Universities and Higher Education expertise to every search — not just surface-level recruiting. We’ve built relationships with the EdTech talent others can’t reach: the high-performers in e-Learning and EdTech platforms who aren’t actively looking but would say yes to the perfect role. Yours could be that role.
Talent that know your tech stack:

Principal Consultant
Daniela Marin
Clicks’ EdTech Sector Lead
Daniela is an IT recruitment professional with over 3 years of experience specialising in project services. As a dynamic Principal Consultant at Clicks, she builds strong relationships with candidates and clients to ensure every placement is a win-win. Daniela believes recruitment is about understanding unique talents and aspirations while delivering exceptional results.
Tech & Digital Recruitment Specialists
We have specialist sourcing teams who are trained across every technology skill vertical and industry for IT, tech and digital recruitment. Whether it’s contract permanent or fixed term, Australia’s largest employers trust Clicks to find great people.
Software & Application Development
Cyber & Security
Project Services & Transformation
Cloud & Infrastructure
BI, Data & Analytics
Web & Digital Experience
Reinforce the foundations of your business operations with the best development professionals.
Let Clicks help you with any development needs. In today’s ever-increasing SaaS-based environment, a skilled software and app development team will set your organisation up for success.
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Strengthen your organisation’s security with the right cyber and security team.
Clicks will help you find the best talent to fortify your cyber security team. We provide security professionals, with required clearances, to the most complex and sensitive Federal and State Government environments and specialist consultancies.
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Keep your organisation’s projects on track.
Clicks’ network of highly-skilled, innovative and qualified professionals will connect you to project specialists who understand your sector and your organisation, and deliver projects to your needs and your timelines.
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Transform your business operations with skilled cloud and infrastructure people.
Clicks can build your cloud and infrastructure team with skilled professionals. Having the right talent to execute and oversee cloud infrastructure improves performance, productivity reliability and stability.
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Discover the power of data and transform insights into business intelligence.
Clicks can connect you to highly skilled Data & Analytics talent who can turn your data into valuable knowledge; crucial for identifying trends, maximising ROI and setting objectives. Unlock the potential of your data and to make data-driven, intelligent business decisions.
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Build a dynamic and innovative digital team and stay ahead of the game.
Clicks understands that the digital landscape is evolving at lightning pace. Be at the digital forefront and partner with sourcing specialists with dynamic and progressive technology and industry knowledge.
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Our Latest Success Stories in EdTech
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Find your next EdTech talent with our award winning service.
- Specialist Expertise Across Every IT Vertical — Dedicated teams trained in each tech skill for faster, accurate matching.
- 25+ Years Serving Australia's Largest Employers — 80+ Preferred Supplier Agreements with 92% client retention over 5 years.
- Security-Cleared Talent for Sensitive Environments — Unique access to professionals with Federal and State clearances.
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality — Australia's only ISO-certified major IT recruiter guaranteeing consistency.
- Leading Champions of Tech Diversity — Platinum sponsor with proven partnerships increasing representation in tech.
You’re in Good Hands with Clicks.
Education Tech FAQs
The Edtech sector is experiencing strong growth, and we’re seeing consistent demand for several key roles. Full Stack Developers remain highly sought-after, particularly those with experience in React, Node.js, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Mobile App Developers for iOS and Android are essential as more learning moves to mobile-first experiences. Backend Engineers with expertise in scalable architecture are crucial for platforms handling large student populations. We’re also seeing increased demand for Learning Experience Developers who understand both the technical and pedagogical sides of digital learning, as well as DevOps Engineers to ensure platform reliability during peak usage periods like exam seasons. More recently, AI/ML Engineers and Data Scientists are becoming critical for companies building adaptive learning systems and analytics platforms. The specific mix you’ll need depends on your product stage and growth trajectory. For more insights, check out our Edtech recruitment page.
Salaries in the Australian EduTech sector are competitive with broader tech industry rates. As a general guide, Junior Developers typically earn between $65,000-$85,000, Mid-Level Developers command $85,000-$120,000, and Senior Developers range from $120,000-$160,000+. Specialised roles such as AI/ML Engineers, Solutions Architects, or Engineering Leads can attract $140,000-$200,000 or higher, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne markets. Contract rates vary but typically range from $600-$1,200+ per day depending on seniority and specialisation. Regional variations exist, with metropolitan areas generally offering higher salaries. Many Education Technology startups also offer equity or options packages alongside base salary. We provide detailed, current salary benchmarking specific to your location, company size, and exact role requirements as part of our recruitment service, ensuring you remain competitive in attracting top EduTech talent. Download our comprehensive IT Salary & Rates Guide for more market data.
We recruit for both contract and permanent positions across the Edtech sector. Contract engagements are a popular choice for Edtech companies scaling quickly, covering peak periods, or bringing in specialist skills for a specific product build or launch. Permanent recruitment is the better fit when you’re building out a long-term core team. Many of our Edtech clients use a blend of both — permanent hires for leadership and architecture roles, and contractors for delivery-focused or project-based work. Our salary and rates guide can help you understand the cost differences between the two, and our team can advise on the right mix for your situation.
We can do both. Whether you need a single Full Stack Developer or an entire cross-functional team spanning Backend Engineers, Mobile App Developers, DevOps Engineers, and Data Scientists, we have the depth to deliver. Our software development recruitment team specialises in building cohesive teams, not just filling seats, and we take the time to understand your product, culture, and growth stage before we start. We also maintain a database of over 200,000 pre-qualified IT professionals, which means we can move quickly when you need to scale.
Yes, we recruit both locally and for remote Edtech roles across Australia. We have teams based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Canberra, giving us strong local networks in each major market. At the same time, the shift toward remote and hybrid work has significantly expanded the available talent pool, and many of our Edtech clients now hire nationally rather than being limited to one city. Whether you need someone on-site, hybrid, or fully remote, our for employers team can tailor the search accordingly. Roles like Full Stack Developers and Machine Learning Engineers are particularly well-suited to remote arrangements given strong candidate demand for flexible work.
It makes a meaningful difference. Edtech sits at the intersection of technology and education, and the most effective candidates understand both. A specialist recruiter will know which Full Stack Developers have worked on LMS or adaptive learning platforms, which Data Scientists have experience with learning analytics, and which DevOps Engineers understand the reliability demands of exam-season traffic spikes. Beyond skills matching, a specialist also understands current salary benchmarks for the sector, can advise on market conditions, and will have an existing network of candidates with relevant Edtech backgrounds. Our Edtech recruitment team brings that sector-specific knowledge to every search.
Yes, and it’s one of the most valued parts of what we do. Our IT Salary & Rates Guide covers over 200 roles with current market data based on actual salaries and contract rates being paid by employers — not survey estimates. This includes Edtech-relevant roles like Full Stack Developers, Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, and DevOps Engineers. We also publish an annual IT Workforce Insights Report covering hiring trends, retention strategies, and what IT professionals are looking for — all useful context for Edtech companies competing for top talent.
Recruitment fees vary depending on whether you’re hiring permanently or on a contract basis. For permanent placements, fees are typically charged as a percentage of the candidate’s first-year salary, while contract recruitment is usually structured around a margin on the daily rate. The investment needs to be weighed against the true cost of a bad hire or an extended vacancy — particularly in Edtech, where the wrong Full Stack Developer or Backend Engineer can set a product roadmap back significantly. Our for employers page outlines how we work, and our team is happy to discuss pricing transparently based on your specific requirements.
Timeframes vary depending on the role and how competitive the market is at the time. For more common roles like Full Stack Developers or Mobile App Developers, we can typically shortlist strong candidates within one to two weeks. Specialist roles such as Machine Learning Engineers or senior Data Scientists with Edtech experience may take a little longer given the smaller talent pool. Our database of over 200,000 pre-qualified IT professionals, combined with active networks across contract and permanent markets, means we can move quickly when it matters. Our IT Workforce Insights Report also shows that candidates are taking longer to accept offers in the current market, so early engagement and competitive salary benchmarking are key.