[Job] Interactive Math Content Developer [Wolfram]

Wolfram; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfram Research, the creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and the Wolfram Language, invites applications for an Interactive Math Content Developer to join the Wolfram|Alpha Math Content team in Champaign, IL. You will craft interactive features, from step-by-step solutions to rotatable 3D plots and manipulatable 2D visuals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science, solid HTML/CSS knowledge, and a passion for making math content more engaging and accessible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or computer science required.
• Strong HTML/CSS knowledge for interactive features.
• Experience creating math content or educational tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Refactor step-by-step solutions and improve user interaction.
• Develop interactive 3D plots and rotatable graphics.
• Convert static plots into manipulatable, interactive visuals.
• Collaborate with math content and Web R&D teams.

Skills

Interactive content development

3D plotting

Wolfram Language knowledge (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science

Tools

HTML

CSS

Wolfram Language (preferred)

Job description

Wolfram Research, creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and the Wolfram Language, has an exciting opportunity available for an Interactive Math Content Developer to join its Wolfram|Alpha Math Content team. The main goal of this position is to create new interactive features for the Wolfram|Alpha website, such as interactive drawing tools, plotting features and step-by-step solutions. This position will not only work with the math content team but will also have some interactions with the Wolfram|Alpha Web R&D department.

Responsibilities:

• Helping refactor the way step-by-step solutions are presented, and expanding how users interact with them
• Making 3D plots and graphics rotatable and interactive within Wolfram|Alpha
• Converting static 2D plots into manipulatable 2D plots (drag, zoom, etc.)
• Exploring (and implementing) other areas where Wolfram|Alpha math content could be more interactive and user friendly
• Bachelors degree in mathematics or computer science is required
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS

Preferred requirements:

• Experience with the Wolfram Language is a plus

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