Software Engineering Manager

IXL Learning
San Mateo, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to experienced software engineers with a passion for education, working in a collaborative, in-office environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a background in Java or other object-oriented languages
    — “Excellent programming skills in Java or another object-oriented language”
  • Individuals with a proven track record in mentoring and building high-performance teams
    — “Manage and build a high-performance team of dynamic and talented engineers”

Things to consider

  • Full-time in-office commitment is required despite unspecified employment type
    — “This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our IXL headquarters office in San Mateo, CA.”
  • The role demands a balance of technical and managerial responsibilities
    — “participate directly in software design and engineering, help develop the team by mentoring and coaching”

How to stand out

  • Highlight hands-on technical contributions alongside management experience
    — “participate directly in software design and engineering”
  • Emphasize your ability to drive technical excellence and team growth
    — “Drive technical excellence across teams, elevating skills and practices from design to release”
  • Showcase your experience in delivering impactful features for educators and learners
    — “Enable efficient delivery of invaluable features supporting educators and learners”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • managed and built a high-performance team of engineers
  • delivered world-class educational experiences
Typical background
7+ years of software engineering experience2+ years of engineering management

Skills & requirements

Required

Software Engineering ManagementTeam LeadershipTechnical MentoringProject ManagementSoftware DesignJava

Preferred

Education TechnologyProduct Development

Stack & domain

JavaObject-oriented LanguageSoftware DesignEngineering ManagementTechnical LeadershipCommunicationLeadershipProblem-solvingTeamworkSoftware EngineeringEducation Technology

About the role

Original posting from IXL Learning

IXL Learning, a global edtech leader with personalized learning products used by millions of students worldwide, is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to manage a team of talented engineers and provide hands-on technical and project leadership. You will participate directly in software design and engineering, help develop the team by mentoring and coaching, and create processes that ensure productivity and efficiency. At IXL, 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 that requires you to be in our IXL headquarters office in San Mateo, CA. #LI-EM1

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Manage and build a high-performance team of dynamic and talented engineers, engineering leads, and engineering managers to deliver world-class educational experiences 

Enable efficient delivery of invaluable features supporting educators and learners in the ever-evolving education landscape

Drive technical excellence across teams, elevating skills and practices from design to release

Empower and motivate the team, fostering enthusiasm, growth, and professional development

Illuminate the company's vision, mission, and values, instilling a deep sense of purpose and direction in each team member

Collaborate seamlessly with the broader development team, prioritizing work and spearheading initiatives for outstanding results

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

At least 7 years of direct experience in software engineering and 2 years of engineering management

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

Excellent programming skills in Java or another object-oriented language

Strong communication and leadership skills

Exceptional analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills

Strong organization and time management skills

Passion for improving education through technology

The base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 to $220,000 + 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 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 and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category. 

Source: IXL Learning careers

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