Full-Time

Frontend Engineer

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Udacity

Udacity

1,001-5,000 employees

Online platform for tech skills education

Education

Compensation Overview

$149.3kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Category
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
GraphQL
TypeScript
Next.js
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of professional software engineering experience working hands-on in a product-oriented software engineering role.
  • Strong background in building scalable and performant front-end applications.
  • Demonstrated expertise in designing, building, delivering, and maintaining production-quality user interfaces.
  • Experience with React is a must.
  • Nice-to-haves: experience with Chakra UI, GraphQL, NextJS, Redux Toolkit, TypeScript, Cypress or Playwright for testing, and familiarity with accessibility best practices.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment.
  • Passionate about user experience and building amazing products combined with a conviction that online education can improve lives worldwide.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States of America on a full-time basis.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, test, and maintain scalable front-end applications using NextJS, React, and TypeScript.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design solutions that meet the needs of content creators and maintainers.
  • Optimize and enhance existing user interfaces for performance and reliability.
  • Implement and enforce best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment, utilizing tools such as Cypress or Playwright for end-to-end testing.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to front-end tools.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Udacity provides an online education platform that teaches essential tech skills to help individuals improve their careers. It offers a variety of courses in areas such as programming, data science, artificial intelligence, and digital marketing, all developed in partnership with industry leaders to ensure the content is practical and relevant. The courses include hands-on learning experiences with real-world projects, allowing students to apply their knowledge directly to their jobs. Unlike many competitors, Udacity emphasizes practical application and offers 24/7 mentor support to assist students with their learning. The platform operates on a subscription model, where learners can pay for access to individual courses or comprehensive "Nanodegree" programs. Additionally, Udacity collaborates with companies to provide training solutions for their employees. The goal of Udacity is to deliver high-quality education that meets the needs of both individual learners and corporate clients.

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$155.6M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-6%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for remote learning boosts Udacity's user base and revenue.
  • Rising interest in micro-credentials aligns with Udacity's Nanodegree offerings.
  • Expansion of AI applications increases demand for Udacity's educational programs.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from free resources like Coursera could impact Udacity's market share.
  • Rapid technological changes may render some course content outdated, requiring constant updates.
  • Accenture acquisition may lead to strategic shifts alienating existing customers.

What makes Udacity unique

  • Udacity offers hands-on learning with real-world projects and datasets.
  • Nanodegree programs are designed in collaboration with industry leaders for practical relevance.
  • 24/7 mentor support ensures students can progress smoothly through their courses.

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Benefits

Health Care - No-premium health, dental, and vision benefits, 401K, FSA

Lifestyle - Monthly wellness stipend (gym memberships, work-out gear, etc.)

Learning - Reimbursements for conferences, classes, and seminars

Flexibility - Flexible work hours, unlimited vacation, and paid parental leave

Meals - Healthy catered lunches, dinners, snacks, and drinks on site

Fun - Board games, team outings, company parties, and more