Full-Time

Software Engineer – New Grad

Posted on 7/15/2024

IXL Learning

IXL Learning

5,001-10,000 employees

Interactive learning platform for students

Education

Entry

H1B Sponsorship Available

Raleigh, NC, USA

Full-time position in Raleigh, NC office; 5 days a week in-office for the first 6 months.

Category
Backend Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
UI/UX Design
SQL
Java
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
  • Excellent programming skills
  • Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work both independently and with a wide variety of teams
  • Knowledge of Unix, Python, Java, SQL, or JavaScript is a plus
  • Passion for improving education through technology
Responsibilities
  • As a Software Engineer, you will build the back-end wiring, application logic, and UI that engage our users.
  • You will find and use the best technologies to add features and create new products.
  • You’ll be involved in all aspects of the development process – including design, coding, testing, debugging, and tuning.
  • You will own your projects from start to end as they travel through our fast-paced development cycle.
  • In addition to working with your fellow engineers, you’ll collaborate with other teams to design amazing products that meet the needs of our users, who are students and teachers all over the world.

IXL Learning is an interactive platform that focuses on making education engaging for students from kindergarten to high school. It provides personalized practice in math and English, featuring over 1,000 skills that align with the Indian national curriculum. The platform caters to individual students, parents, and educational institutions, aiming to improve student performance through adaptive learning and real-time analytics. IXL operates on a subscription-based model, generating revenue from both individual and institutional subscriptions. It offers detailed analytics to help track student progress, identify areas needing improvement, and customize learning experiences. To enhance motivation, IXL includes gamification elements like virtual treasure hunts and awards, making the learning process enjoyable.

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's approval by Virginia and Missouri boosts its credibility and market reach.
  • The acquisition of Carson Dellosa Education expands IXL's educational resource portfolio.
  • Growing demand for personalized learning solutions post-COVID-19 benefits IXL's business model.

What critics are saying

  • AI teaching assistants may disrupt traditional EdTech models like IXL.
  • Integration challenges from acquiring Carson Dellosa could affect resource quality.
  • Rosetta Stone's partnerships may threaten IXL's market share in language learning.

What makes IXL Learning unique

  • IXL offers personalized practice aligned with the Indian national curriculum.
  • The platform uses adaptive learning and real-time analytics to enhance student performance.
  • IXL incorporates gamification elements to motivate students and make learning engaging.

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Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Matching 401K retirement plan

Flexible paid time off and sick days

INACTIVE