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Product Manager

Rosetta Stone

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IXL Learning

IXL Learning

501-1,000 employees

Personalized K-12 educational technology platform

Data & Analytics
Education

Compensation Overview

$125k - $180kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Mid, Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Communications
Business Strategy
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of product management experience, preferably in EdTech, Enterprise SaaS, or related field
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, especially with Engineering, Design, and QA teams
  • Passion for crafting and communicating product vision across the organization
  • Strong focus on user journey and experience, understanding both consumer and enterprise perspectives
  • Proficient in wireframing product concepts to visually communicate ideas and iterate on designs efficiently
  • Proven ability to manage projects adeptly, adjusting tasks and priorities to meet evolving business needs, and communicate changes effectively to stakeholders
  • Comfortable in a dynamic, lean team environment where adaptability is key
  • Learning mindset, embracing challenges with a can-do attitude
  • Self-motivated and proactive, taking initiative without reminders
  • Creative, open-minded, and consistently positive attitude
  • Passion for improving education through technology
Responsibilities
  • Discover, define, and deliver a wide range of product features; you could be working on anything from learner motivation features to developing new reporting insights to rethinking onboarding flows
  • Collaborate internally to evolve the product, helping to determine which developments make the greatest impact, and seeing them through to completion
  • Design simple, elegant, and robust solutions that address customer needs and align with the broader business strategy; provide detailed written specifications for each solution
  • Collaborate with design, engineering, and quality assurance teams throughout the end-to-end product development process to achieve the greatest positive impact for users
  • Provide ongoing updates and recommendations to Product and company leadership; contribute to the product vision and roadmap

IXL Learning offers a personalized K-12 curriculum in math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, utilizing real-time analytics and individualized guidance to tailor learning experiences for students. The platform incorporates technology to provide real-time diagnostic tools, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$510M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • IXL Learning's partnerships, such as with Two Rivers Distribution and Lynn Public Schools, expand its reach and impact, providing more opportunities for growth and influence in the education sector.
  • The company's continuous innovation, exemplified by the release of new products like the Ultimate Math Workbooks and Takeoff by IXL Math™, demonstrates its commitment to enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Participation in high-profile events like the Competency-Based Education Summit showcases IXL Learning's leadership and influence in modern educational practices.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of EdTech requires IXL Learning to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The integration of multiple acquisitions, such as Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com, poses challenges in maintaining a cohesive brand and user experience.

What makes IXL Learning unique

  • IXL Learning's acquisition of Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com significantly enhances its language and literacy offerings, setting it apart from other educational platforms.
  • The integration of Rosetta Stone's immersive language learning methods with IXL's personalized learning platform provides a unique, comprehensive educational experience.
  • IXL Learning's extensive range of workbooks and online resources, designed by educational experts, ensures a seamless connection between virtual and offline learning, which is a rare feature among competitors.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Matching 401K retirement plan

Flexible paid time off and sick days