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Platform Software Engineering Intern

Posted on 10/10/2023

AppLovin

AppLovin

501-1,000 employees

Tools for mobile app growth and monetization

Data & Analytics
Consulting
VR & AR
AI & Machine Learning

Remote in USA

Category
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Git
Data Structures & Algorithms
Apache Spark
SQL
Apache Kafka
Java
Scala
Hadoop
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • You are pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Science or a related technical field
  • Solid knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming
  • Solid knowledge of Java
  • Some knowledge of SQL
  • You love to program, solve problems and build stuff
Desired Qualifications
  • Have experience working with big data systems (Spark, Hadoop, Pig, Impala, Kafka)
  • Have experience working with Linux/Unix
  • Have some experience with concurrency
  • Have some experience with Scala
  • Have some experience working with no-SQL databases
  • Non-academic coding experience (i.e. hackathons, code challenges, personal projects, GitHub, Open Source, etc.)

AppLovin provides tools and services for mobile app developers to help them grow their businesses. Their platform assists developers in acquiring new users, monetizing their apps through in-app advertising, and analyzing user data to enhance app performance. AppLovin's offerings cater to various stages of an app's lifecycle, including user acquisition, ad monetization, and analytics. They generate revenue by automating ad placements within apps and charging for user acquisition services. By acquiring other companies like Machine Zone, AppLovin strengthens its market position and expands its technology and expertise. The goal of AppLovin is to be a comprehensive solution for mobile app developers, enabling them to effectively grow and monetize their applications.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.9B

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from entities like Norges Bank and Alpine Woods Capital Investors indicate strong market confidence in AppLovin's growth potential.
  • The partnership with Flip to launch an ad marketplace using AXON technology could open new revenue streams and expand AppLovin's market reach.
  • The Gaming App Insights report, developed with Adjust, positions AppLovin as a thought leader in mobile gaming trends and analytics.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive mobile app market requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Dependence on acquisitions for growth could lead to integration challenges and potential cultural clashes.

What makes AppLovin unique

  • AppLovin's AXON technology offers advanced AI-driven advertising solutions, setting it apart from competitors in the mobile ad tech space.
  • The company's acquisition strategy, including the purchase of Machine Zone, allows it to integrate new technologies and expand its service offerings.
  • AppLovin's comprehensive suite of tools for user acquisition, ad monetization, and analytics provides a one-stop solution for mobile app developers.
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