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Staff Data Platform Engineer

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ClassDojo

ClassDojo

201-500 employees

Communication platform for teachers and parents

Consulting
Education

Compensation Overview

$146k - $244kAnnually

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Database Administration
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 7+ years experience with data / analytics engineering
  • You have owned large-scale data projects that drove significant impact across the company
  • You enjoy collaborating with and supporting others.
  • You are an effective partner with engineering, data analysts, data scientists, and other business stakeholders.
  • You have an ownership mindset and can make things happen
  • You're a strong independent contributor who's comfortable working across the data stack
  • You've designed and built data platforms at previous organizations
  • Your SQL, python, and infrastructure skills are top-notch.

ClassDojo enhances communication and collaboration in education by providing a platform for teachers, parents, and students to connect. The platform allows teachers to share updates, feedback, and classroom moments in real-time, fostering a more engaged educational environment. It primarily targets K-8 schools and is widely used, with a presence in 95% of U.S. K-8 schools and active usage in 180 countries. ClassDojo operates on a freemium model, offering basic services for free while charging for premium features that improve communication and classroom management. This approach allows it to attract a large user base while generating revenue through subscriptions for enhanced functionalities. ClassDojo's goal is to create a supportive and collaborative educational experience by connecting all stakeholders in the learning process.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$342.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

43%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ClassDojo's recent $125 million Series D funding led by Tencent provides substantial financial backing for future growth and innovation.
  • The company's move into the metaverse with a virtual space for kids positions it at the forefront of digital education trends.
  • ClassDojo's first profits indicate a successful transition from a user-growth focus to a sustainable revenue model.

What critics are saying

  • Entering the metaverse puts ClassDojo in direct competition with major players like Meta and Roblox, which could be challenging.
  • The reliance on a freemium model may limit revenue growth if a significant portion of users do not convert to premium subscriptions.

What makes ClassDojo unique

  • ClassDojo's real-time communication platform specifically targets K-8 schools, creating a niche focus that sets it apart from broader edtech solutions.
  • The freemium model allows widespread adoption while monetizing through premium features, balancing accessibility with revenue generation.
  • ClassDojo's significant presence in 95% of U.S. K-8 schools and operation in 180 countries demonstrates its extensive reach and influence in the education sector.