[Remote] Sr. Fullstack Engineer I, Districts Platform (International) (24 months fixed-term) at Khan Academy

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Education Technology, NonprofitIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on scalable systems and experience using AI in the development process. Experience managing data import/export with business intelligence tools and systems, experience with database systems and data access patterns, and experience with internationalization (i18n) and localization (l10n) are required. Experience building and maintaining complex software, writing clean, maintainable, and testable code is also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Fullstack Engineer will design, develop, test, and deploy robust and scalable software solutions to support international expansion. They will internalize and improve existing systems and architectures, develop and maintain data access solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting technical issues, participating in code reviews, and mentoring junior engineers.

Skills

GraphQL

JavaScript

React

React Native

Redux

LLMs

Khan Academy

Provides free online educational resources

About Khan Academy

Khan Academy offers free online educational resources and courses for students of all ages. The platform provides instructional videos, practice exercises, and a personalized learning dashboard that allows users to learn at their own pace. Students can access a wide range of subjects, including math, science, history, and more, making it a comprehensive learning tool. Unlike many other educational platforms, Khan Academy focuses on providing all its resources for free, ensuring that anyone with internet access can benefit from high-quality education. The goal of Khan Academy is to democratize education and make learning accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$15.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Social Impact, EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible time off

401(k) + matching

Affinity groups

Paid parental leave

Fun virtual events

Risks

Reliance on AI tools raises concerns about data privacy and security.

Partnership with Microsoft may limit flexibility in technology choices.

Resistance from educators towards AI tools in humanities subjects could hinder adoption.

Differentiation

Khan Academy offers a mastery-based learning system for personalized student progress.

The platform provides free SAT, LSAT, and Praxis prep in collaboration with major organizations.

Khan Academy's AI tool, Khanmigo, enhances learning with GPT-4 technology.

Upsides

Khan Academy's partnerships expand its reach and resources, enhancing educational offerings.

Growing demand for personalized learning tools boosts Khan Academy's relevance and adoption.

Increased philanthropic funding supports Khan Academy's mission to democratize education.

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