Senior Software Engineer

IXL Learning; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IXL Learning is looking for passionate Software Engineers in Raleigh, NC. You will contribute to developing educational products that impact millions. The role includes both new projects and enhancements to existing applications.

Successful candidates should have 6+ years of experience in software engineering and a degree in Computer Science or related field. Strong programming skills and a passion for improving education through technology are essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Excellent programming skills in Java or other object-oriented languages.
• Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team on new projects and existing code base.
• Build back-end wiring, application logic, and UI for products.
• Collaborate across multiple development teams.

Skills

Software engineering

Programming in Java or other OOP languages

Analytical reasoning

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Software Engineers who have a passion for technology and education to help us add new features to our extremely successful educational products and build new, innovative products. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team.

This is a full-time position in our Raleigh, NC area office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Work with a team of talented engineers, both starting projects from scratch and also working within the existing code base
• Build the back-end wiring, application logic, and UI for our products
• Drive the development process for your team, including design, coding, documenting, testing, debugging, and tuning
• Provide accurate estimates, evaluate feasibility, and assess new platforms and technologies for project implementations
• Collaborate and communicate clearly across multiple development teams to design and release amazing products

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• Excellent programming skills in Java or other object-oriented language
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Passion for improving education through technology

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.