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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

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 is an online education platform that teaches tech skills such as programming, data science, and artificial intelligence through courses developed with industry leaders. The platform focuses on hands-on learning with real-world projects and offers 24/7 mentor support to help students. Unlike many competitors, Udacity uses a subscription model for access to individual courses or comprehensive "Nanodegree" programs, and it partners with businesses for workforce training. The goal is to provide high-quality, relevant education that helps individuals advance their careers and supports corporate training needs.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$249.4M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-7%

1 year growth

-7%

2 year growth

-7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition by Accenture could provide significant resources and opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Udacity's continuous curriculum updates, such as the revamped iOS Developer Nanodegree and new GenAI programs, demonstrate a commitment to staying at the forefront of tech education.
  • Recognition as a global leader in EdTech and partnerships with major organizations like AWS and Comet ML enhance Udacity's credibility and market position.

What critics are saying

  • Integration with Accenture may lead to cultural and operational challenges that could affect employee morale and productivity.
  • The fast-paced nature of the tech industry requires constant curriculum updates, which can be resource-intensive and challenging to maintain.

What makes Udacity unique

  • Udacity's hands-on learning approach with real-world projects and datasets sets it apart from competitors who may offer more theoretical content.
  • The company's strong industry partnerships ensure that its curriculum remains relevant and practical, directly aligning with current market needs.
  • Udacity's 24/7 mentor support provides a unique value proposition, helping students overcome challenges in real-time.

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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