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via Mountain View CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
Tynker is looking for a talented software engineer to join our game development team. In this position, you will collaborate with game designers, designers, developers and artists and drive the implementation of a variety of games designed specifically to teach kids to code. In this role, you will build games inspired by physics puzzlers like Angry Birds, arcade classics such as Pacman, and... popular contemporary games like Candy Crush, Minecraft Tynker is looking for a talented software engineer to join our game development team. In this position, you will collaborate with game designers, designers, developers and artists and drive the implementation of a variety of games designed specifically to teach kids to code. In this role, you will build games inspired by physics puzzlers like Angry Birds, arcade classics such as Pacman, and... popular contemporary games like Candy Crush, Minecraft or Fortnite. Your games will inspire millions of kids to learn coding and get creative! Tynker is the #1 Kids Coding platform and helps millions of students learn coding. Our self-paced courses and creativity tools guide them from block coding to JavaScript, Swift and and Python. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in STEM, programming and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Primary Tasks:
Design and develop game kits that comprise of well-designed, documented, fully working games for kids to use, re-create and customize Build games and apps using various programming languages - Tynker, JavaScript, Python and Swift Collaborate with other developers and instructional designers to plan game-based courses and curriculum. Contribute toward Tynker's curriculum which introduces technologies such as game design, robotics, Minecraft modding, visual development, programming languages, web and mobile app development, augmented reality and artificial intelligence. Requirements:
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BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field 3
years of professional experience designing apps or games 2-5 years experience at a game development company Proficient in 2D and 3D math and a solid understanding of CS fields including data structures, algorithms, UX, networks and operating systems Must be comfortable switching development environments, standards and code bases quickly and effectively Experience as a developer on a project that used Android and iOS technologies using Objective C, Java or Swift Must be proficient in one of more of the following languages:
JavaScript, Swift, Python, C++, Objective C, C# Excellent problem solving and communication skills, so that you are able to articulate technical concepts for a young student audience. Must be proficient with common game patterns, various game engines, and articulate implementation strategies for designing different kinds of games such as platformers, mobile, puzzle, arcade, strategy and role-playing games. Passion for games and game development Ability to learn and act in a fast-paced environment A high level of energy and motivation Experience with OpenGL, ARKit and other 3D technologies Experience with drones, LEGO, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Bluetooth, and other hardware kits is a plus Experience designing APIs, SDKS and mobile toolkits is a plus.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
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Systems Architecture & Engineering, Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Mountain View CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
Tynker is looking for an experienced front-end developer who can help extend Tynker's core web frameworks and platform tools. You will work with a team of developers building tools and frameworks used by millions of K-12 students to learn to code. To support learners of all age groups, Tynker supports a wide range of technologies such as icon-based coding, block coding, text coding with interactive Jupyter notebooks, and Docker container technologies. Tynker is looking for an experienced front-end developer who can help extend Tynker's core web frameworks and platform tools. You will work with a team of developers building tools and frameworks used by millions of K-12 students to learn to code. To support learners of all age groups, Tynker supports a wide range of technologies such as icon-based coding, block coding, text coding with interactive Jupyter notebooks, and Docker container technologies. Join a dynamic team of developers to come up with new and stimulating ways to engage young coders to get creative with code. Tynker is the #1 Kids Coding platform and helps millions of students learn coding. Our self-paced courses and creativity tools guide them from block coding to JavaScript, Swift and and Python. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in STEM, programming and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Primary Tasks:
Create awesome experiences... for young coders Transform design comps made by creative leads to functional web applications Extend Tynker's Integrated Development Environment to support a variety of coding paradigms Work with technologies such as Minecraft Modding, Bluetooth connected devices, Augmented Reality and Machine Learning Extend Tynker's Minecraft modeling and coding editors using WebGL with more 3D and Augmented Reality features Extend Tynker's Jupyter notebook kernels to support multiple programming languages. Requirements:
BS/MS degree in Computer Science 3
years of professional experience in group development using Python or JavaScript Full grasp of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX-based JSON/XML web services Must be proficient using frameworks like Angular, Foundation or Bootstrap Solid foundation creating cross-browser and responsive web experiences and understand the nuances of supporting tablet and mobile browsers Must be able to quickly adapt and learn to work within an unfamiliar codebase Must be familiar with various design and architectural patterns Must be able to troubleshoot and debug complex issues such as network latency, front-end performance, cross-browser bugs Demonstrated ability to be self-driven and work with minimal supervision Strong object oriented fundamentals with prior experience in Java or C+
is preferred Experience creating APIs and RESTful web services is a plus.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Los Altos, CA - Geebo posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
We are looking for a strong back-end developer to lead the development of our educational platform that revolutionizes the way schools use technology. As a Senior Web Developer you'll be responsible for building reusable frameworks, creating scalable district-level tools, refining our metrics and data-collection architecture, and constantly scaling our services to support growth. Join a dynamic team of developers to come up with new and stimulating We are looking for a strong back-end developer to lead the development of our educational platform that revolutionizes the way schools use technology. As a Senior Web Developer you'll be responsible for building reusable frameworks, creating scalable district-level tools, refining our metrics and data-collection architecture, and constantly scaling our services to support growth. Join a dynamic team of developers to come up with new and stimulating ways to engage young learners to get creative with code! Tynker is used by over 100,000 schools and is the leading Kids Coding platform helping millions of students learn coding. Our learning platform delivers courses that teach block coding students in kindergarten to high school where they learn JavaScript and Python. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in STEM, programming and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Primary Tasks Write efficient back-end... code that handles millions of users Define data models to support the user experience across multiple platforms Design elegant APIs to power our suite of apps Iterate and improve experiences periodically based on feedback Perform data engineering tasks to support our machine learning efforts Requirements BS/MS degree in Computer Science 5
years of professional experience building and maintaining large scale web applications (100K
users) Full grasp of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX-based JSON/XML web services Must be comfortable with using PHP 7+, Mongo, and other back-end technologies Must be able to quickly adapt and learn to work within an unfamiliar codebase Must be familiar with various design and architectural patterns Should have experience consuming and designing creating RESTful APIs Should understand modern front-end architectures and be able to modify JavaScript code Demonstrated ability to be self-driven and work with minimal supervision Strong object oriented fundamentals preferred Experience with LMS, Google Classroom, Clever Secure Sync or Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI), is a big plus Familiarity with AWS EC2 is a plus If interested, please send your resume to jobs@tynker.com .
Salary Range:
$100K -- $150K
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Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Los Altos, CA - Geebo posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
We are looking for a lead senior mobile developer to drive development of our iOS and Android apps. You will build rich visual experiences to engage K-6K-12 students in a creative playgrounds where they can tynker, play and learn. This your job if you want to push the boundaries and build the next generation of touch-based mobile creation environments for kids. Responsibilities Add new visual... experiences to our iOS and Android apps Create and update We are looking for a lead senior mobile developer to drive development of our iOS and Android apps. You will build rich visual experiences to engage K-6K-12 students in a creative playgrounds where they can tynker, play and learn. This your job if you want to push the boundaries and build the next generation of touch-based mobile creation environments for kids. Responsibilities Add new visual... experiences to our iOS and Android apps Create and update the frameworks required for our creative playground Minimum Qualifications BS in Computer Science with 3
years of software development experience 2
years experience developing iOS or Android mobile apps that have been successfully delivered to customers 2
years of C+
experience Ability to work well in a team and to take on leadership roles as required Excellent written and verbal communications skills Preferred qualifications Experience developing games Experience with back-end technologies required for mobile apps If interested, please send your resume to jobs@tynker.com .
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Mountain View CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
Tynker is the #1 kids coding platform on the market, designed to teach children computational learning and programming skills and to become Makers in a fun and imaginative way. Tynker's solutions have reached over 60 million kids to date and are used for fun learning at home, as standardized curriculum in over 90,000 K-12 schools and for STEM and coding camps and after-school programs. Tynker's range of offerings serve early learners all the way through Tynker is the #1 kids coding platform on the market, designed to teach children computational learning and programming skills and to become Makers in a fun and imaginative way. Tynker's solutions have reached over 60 million kids to date and are used for fun learning at home, as standardized curriculum in over 90,000 K-12 schools and for STEM and coding camps and after-school programs. Tynker's range of offerings serve early learners all the way through advanced high school programmers. The company is well-funded by top-tier Ed Tech and Silicon Valley investors. We are looking for a high-energy, experienced consumer marketing leader to join our team as Director of Consumer Direct Marketing. If you are a highly-skilled demand generation expert that knows how to generate high volume B2C sales through a variety of channels, then read on:
Responsibilities:
Craft compelling messages for parents and students about Tynker's product offerings Generate multi-million-dollar bookings for Tynker... subscription products as well as new products in the development pipeline Drive cost-effective demand generation programs which meet the company's CPA and LTV targets Leverage marketing analytics to provide insights into overall marketing ROI and drive continuous process improvement and channel/source optimization Lead the definition and execution of long- and short-term marketing strategy and plans with a focus on organic search and social media/influencer traffic Manage production of creative for email, desktop and on-device notifications, and other customer touch points Manage social media campaigns on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, etc.
Qualifications:
8
years marketing experience with a solid track record of driving significant sales through B2C direct marketing in successive roles of increasing responsibility Extensive direct-to-consumer e-commerce, subscription, direct response and/or online marketing experience with a solid understanding of the social marketing/media landscape Ability to manage creative development along with strategic direction at every phase of the marketing lifecycle Proven success in marketing new kids products or digital subscription products using a range of channels including direct e-mail, earned media, organic search, video campaigns, viral marketing and partner/affiliate/influencer programs Deep knowledge of SEO/SMO best practices Analytical thinker with outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write engaging messages targeted at multiple audiences, including kids and parents Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines Experience leading a team of Marketing specialists in a hyper-growth, hand-on startup environment BA or MBA from a top university or business school
Salary Range:
$150K -- $200K
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Digital Marketing & Social Media, Marketing Research & AnalysisEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Los Angeles CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
We are seeking a talented game developer to join our game development team. In this position, you will collaborate with our game designers, developers and artists and drive the implementation of a variety of games, puzzles and interactive content that teach kids (9+) to program. You will be working on activities that span a variety of domains including Minecraft modding, game design, STEM... activities for schools, drone programming and robotics. We are seeking a talented game developer to join our game development team. In this position, you will collaborate with our game designers, developers and artists and drive the implementation of a variety of games, puzzles and interactive content that teach kids (9+) to program. You will be working on activities that span a variety of domains including Minecraft modding, game design, STEM... activities for schools, drone programming and robotics. Requirements:
BS/MS in game development, computer science, or mathematics 3
years of game development experience Excellent knowledge of C, JavaScript or Python Working knowledge of Web Design and development (HTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS) Understanding of data structures and algorithms Attention to detail Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to learn and act in a fast-paced environment A high level of energy and motivation Passion for games and game development Extensive knowledge of PC games, console games, player types, and game mechanics.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Mountain View CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
We are looking for a full-stack developer who has a strong command of web development including Angular, CSS3, HTML5, Javascript, cross-browser development techniques and has a passion for building pixel-perfect, clean and elegant code. You will work with a team of developers building tools and frameworks used by millions of K-12 students to learn to code. While frameworks are great, you should have no problems building your own or hacking existing We are looking for a full-stack developer who has a strong command of web development including Angular, CSS3, HTML5, Javascript, cross-browser development techniques and has a passion for building pixel-perfect, clean and elegant code. You will work with a team of developers building tools and frameworks used by millions of K-12 students to learn to code. While frameworks are great, you should have no problems building your own or hacking existing ones. Tynker is the #1 Kids Coding platform and helps millions of students learn coding. Our self-paced courses and creativity tools guide them from block coding to JavaScript, Swift and and Python. Tynker's mission is to provide every child with solid foundations in STEM, programming and critical thinking skills to prepare them to become better architects of their future world. Join a dynamic team of developers to come up with new and stimulating ways to engage young coders to get creative with code. Primary Tasks:
Create awesome web... experiences for young coders Transform design comps made by creative leads to functional web applications Create scalable cloud backend software that handles millions of users Iterate and improve experiences periodically based on feedback. Requirements:
BS/MS degree in Computer Science 5
years of professional experience building and maintaining large sites (50
pages) Full grasp of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX-based JSON/XML web services Should be proficient using frameworks like Angular, React, Foundation or Bootstrap Must be comfortable with using PHP, Mongo, and other back-end technologies Ability to debug cross-browser/cross-domain issues Solid foundation creating cross-browser and responsive web experiences and understand the nuances of supporting tablet and mobile browsers Must be able to quickly adapt and learn to work within an unfamiliar codebase Must be familiar with various design and architectural patterns Demonstrated ability to be self-driven and work with minimal supervision Experience creating APIs and RESTful web services is preferred Strong object oriented fundamentals with prior experience in Java or C+
is a plus.
Salary Range:
$100K -- $150K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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via Los Angeles CA Geebo.com Free Classifieds Ads - Geebo posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 20–28 an hour
We are looking for a creative and data-driven marketer to join our team and lead lifecycle email marketing and social media channels for Tynker. Are you an entrepreneurial self-starter? An innovative thinker? A kick-ass marketer with successful startup experience? Are you a stickler for polished visuals and correct grammar? Then read on: Job Description Tynker is seeking a creative and data-driven marketer to lead our lifecycle email and multi-channel We are looking for a creative and data-driven marketer to join our team and lead lifecycle email marketing and social media channels for Tynker. Are you an entrepreneurial self-starter? An innovative thinker? A kick-ass marketer with successful startup experience? Are you a stickler for polished visuals and correct grammar? Then read on:
Job Description Tynker is seeking a creative and data-driven marketer to lead our lifecycle email and multi-channel marketing efforts. In this role, you will be responsible for driving measurable results through effective programs, delivered across multiple channels. You will design and execute marketing campaigns to engage our parent audience and improve existing customer communications. The process includes research, planning, coordination, testing, design, execution, and results analysis. Responsibilities Drive adoption of Tynker's products among students, educators and parents through effective demand generation programs Craft compelling messages... for parents and students about Tynker's maker platform, coding and creativity Manage production of creative for email, desktop and on-device notifications, and other customer touch points Manage parent and community outreach to identify key students to feature on our community pages Leverage marketing analytics to provide insights into and improve overall marketing ROI Coordinate with our PR group to plan and execute campaigns Work with creative team to develop content and creative assets Provide input into development and design teams to improve our products Organize tradeshow participation and events Qualifications MBA or advanced degree preferred. Undergraduate degree required. 5
years marketing experience with a solid track record of developing and launching products, marketing programs and initiatives Proven success in developing and marketing new kids products, with previous experience in the education space (e.g. K-12 schools and districts, foundations, e-learning) Experience using campaign management tools and top-tier Email Service Providers to execute campaigns Analytical thinker with outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write engaging messages targeted at multiple audiences Experience writing both long and short form copy to help define and explain abstract concepts Ability to condense complicated ideas into short readable copy Strong direct-to-consumer e-commerce, direct response and/or online marketing experience with a solid understanding of the social marketing/media landscape Deep experience with Mailchimp, measurement and audience segmentation Strong knowledge of SEO/SMO best practices Previous success with press, analysts, bloggers and other influencers in capturing consistent mindshare and category leadership Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Salary Range:
$100K -- $150K
Minimum Qualification
Digital Marketing & Social MediaEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications
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