Front-End Software Engineer, IXL Product

IXL; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IXL is seeking a Front-End Software Engineer to join their San Mateo office. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience in software engineering, a strong grasp of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and familiarity with frameworks like React. You will take charge of the front-end development process, collaborating closely with product managers to design and implement a world-class user experience. The salary ranges from $116,000 to $150,000 plus equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one JavaScript library or framework (e.g., React, Angular, Ember).

Responsibilities

• Take control of the whole front-end development process from code design to implementation.
• Collaborate with product managers to build a world-class user experience.
• Engineer the front-end architecture that powers our web application.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React

Accessibility

Performance

Usability

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline

Job description

## Front-End Software Engineer, IXL Product### San Mateo, CAIXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Front-End Engineers to provide the face of the IXL product.The IXL Product Engineering team develops the user-facing features of the website and the back-end code that connects these features to our databases and other services. We created and maintain the practice engine, where students answer the questions created by the Content team; Analytics, which turns practice data into actionable information for teachers; the Recommendations area, which suggests skills for students to try next; and much more.You will utilize cutting-edge technologies like React to bring dynamic, user-facing components to life. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we believe that building a creative and engaging user experience is invaluable to our mission of improving education through technology. #LI-EM1This position requires you to be in our San Mateo, CA, headquarters office.#### WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING* Take control of the whole front-end development process from code design to implementation* Collaborate with product managers to build a world-class user experience* Tackle tough design challenges to create reusable user interfaces while writing clean, scalable code* Engineer the front-end architecture that powers our web application* Discover new technologies and establish best practices as the front-end landscape evolves#### WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR* 3+ years of experience in software engineering* Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline* Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript* Familiarity with at least one JavaScript library or framework (e.g., React, Angular, Ember)* Passion for new technologies, current trends, and best practices in front-end architecture, including performance, accessibility, security, and usability* Enthusiasm for improving education through technology*The base salary range for this full-time position is $116,000 to $150,000 + equity + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.*#### ABOUT IXL LEARNINGIXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.> *At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.** 1 in 4 students in the United States uses* provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages* is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects* is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources