Full-Time
Senior Data Scientist
AI Research Team
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Kiddom
51-200 employees
Digital platform for K-12 education tools
Compensation Overview
$130k - $180kAnnually
Senior
San Francisco, CA, USA
Hybrid position in San Francisco.
- 5+ years professional experience with product analytics for digital SaaS platforms
- Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field, PhD or PhD ABD preferred
- Proficiency in Python and comfortable with version control
- Strong practical AI skills, including experience with prompt engineering, RAG, and fine-tuning models
- Experience in the EdTech industry or a strong interest in improving K-12 education through technology
- Publications or contributions to AI research
- Utilize a strong foundation in traditional data science techniques, ensuring the appropriate application of tools and methodologies
- Apply practical AI skills, including prompt engineering, RAG (retrieval augmentation generation), and fine-tuning, to enhance teaching or learning experiences; with a keen understanding of when to use each method
- Collaborate effectively with engineers, product managers, designers, educators, and curriculum experts to align data science initiatives with business goals
- Contribute to AI research, from experimentation through publishing findings
Kiddom provides a digital platform aimed at improving the teaching and learning experience for K-12 educators and school districts. The platform includes tools for curriculum planning, student assignments, assessment, and analytics. It offers both free and premium versions, with the free version providing essential features and the premium version, Kiddom Academy, offering advanced analytics and reporting tools. Schools and districts can subscribe to the premium services for a fee, which allows them to access more comprehensive features for managing educational data. The platform is available on iOS and Android, enabling teachers to plan and assess learning from anywhere. Kiddom's goal is to enhance educational outcomes by providing data-driven insights and improving communication between teachers and students.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$55M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2015
6 month growth
↓ -1%1 year growth
↑ 20%2 year growth
↑ 47%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The recent $35M Series C funding round provides Kiddom with the financial resources to expand its team and accelerate product development.
- Partnerships with leading curriculum providers and organizations like BetterLesson and Labster enhance the platform's content quality and educational impact.
- Kiddom's mobile accessibility via iOS and Android apps allows educators to manage curriculum and assessments on the go, increasing user convenience and engagement.
What critics are saying
- The competitive EdTech market requires Kiddom to continuously innovate to maintain its edge and avoid being overshadowed by larger players.
- Dependence on partnerships for high-quality content could pose risks if these collaborations face challenges or dissolve.
What makes Kiddom unique
- Kiddom's freemium model allows widespread adoption by offering essential tools for free while monetizing advanced features through subscriptions, unlike competitors who may not offer free versions.
- The platform's integration with various learning management systems and student information systems through partnerships with Edlink and others enhances its usability and reach.
- Kiddom's focus on high-quality, customizable instructional materials and partnerships with renowned curriculum providers like BetterLesson and OpenSciEd sets it apart in the EdTech market.
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