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IXL Learning is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Unification. The role involves leading technical initiatives to unify infrastructure, standardize tools and processes, and create scalable systems, enhancing collaboration and product performance across the company. Candidates will solve complex technical challenges and improve systems supporting millions of learners.

Highlights

Lead strategic initiatives for infrastructure and engineering workflow improvements.
Expertise in Java, C++, Python, or Go.
Familiarity with AWS or GCP and Docker, Kubernetes.
Compensation ranges from $130,000 to $200,000, plus equity and benefits.
Requires 7+ years of software engineering experience and a degree in computer science or related field.
Strong understanding of backend systems, including web servers and databases.
Experience in observability tools and methodologies.

Senior Software Engineer, Unification Full Description

IXL Learning, a leading developer of personalized learning products used by millions worldwide, is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Unification Team—a high-impact group driving technical excellence across IXL and our family of brands.

As a part of this team, you'll work on large-scale, cross-functional engineering initiatives that unify infrastructure, standardize tools and processes, and create reusable, scalable, and reliable systems. Your efforts will drive smoother collaboration, faster development, and stronger product performance across the entire company.

We're looking for engineers who love solving complex technical challenges, thrive in collaborative environments, and are motivated by the opportunity to improve systems that support millions of learners.

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

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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Lead strategic technical initiatives that deliver wide-reaching improvements to infrastructure and engineering workflows
Identify and solve core technical problems, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and reusability
Scope and execute complex projects from conception to delivery
Collaborate across teams and brands, partnering with application engineers and stakeholders to implement solutions at company-scale
Propose and implement architectural improvements to support long-term growth and resilience
Contribute hands-on through coding, infrastructure design, and system optimization

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
7+ years of professional hands-on Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering or Platform Engineering experience
Extensive experience with at least one programming language, e.g. Java, C++, Python, Go
Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong understanding of backend systems—web servers, message queues, databases, load balancers, etc.
Fluency in observability tools and methodologies
Proven ability to lead initiatives, collaborate across teams, and communicate effectively
Ability to quickly learn and work with a variety of technologies, bringing a passion for improving systems and modernizing tech stacks

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 to $200,000 + equity + benefits. 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 LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

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.

Original Job Description

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

#LI-GT1

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Lead strategic technical initiatives that deliver wide-reaching improvements to infrastructure and engineering workflows
Identify and solve core technical problems, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and reusability
Scope and execute complex projects from conception to delivery
Collaborate across teams and brands, partnering with application engineers and stakeholders to implement solutions at company-scale
Propose and implement architectural improvements to support long-term growth and resilience
Contribute hands-on through coding, infrastructure design, and system optimization

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
7+ years of professional hands-on Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering or Platform Engineering experience
Extensive experience with at least one programming language, e.g. Java, C++, Python, Go
Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong understanding of backend systems—web servers, message queues, databases, load balancers, etc.
Fluency in observability tools and methodologies
Proven ability to lead initiatives, collaborate across teams, and communicate effectively
Ability to quickly learn and work with a variety of technologies, bringing a passion for improving systems and modernizing tech stacks

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

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