Associate Product Manager, New Grad
Company: IXL
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used
by millions of people globally, is seeking strong analytical
thinkers and creative problem solvers to join IXL's Associate
Product Manager program. This role is designed to offer new grads
the opportunity to engage deeply with multiple product areas and to
help them develop robust skill-sets around product design and
project management, while executing at a high level to ship
features to millions of learners and educators.At IXL Learning, we
are dedicated to creating first-of-their-kind products that
leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve seemingly intractable
problems in education. Millions of users count on us to make
learning as effective as can be, so we're looking for exceptional
people who are committed to solving the real-world challenges faced
by students and teachers around the world.Product management at IXL
starts with a passion for making a lasting impact on education.
Team members take products from initial brainstorm to final launch
and beyond, putting our users first in all that we do, and working
collaboratively across many teams including Engineering, Visual
Design, Marketing, and more! Our creative solutions, clean designs,
and commitment to quality allow us to deliver effective, compelling
products that tackle some of the biggest problems in education
today.Launch your product management career at IXL with strong
mentorship, executive visibility, and ample opportunities to learn
and grow, while making your mark on a product that is beloved by
teachers and learners.This is a full-time position in our San
Mateo, CA headquarters office.WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Deeply understand and advocate for the needs of our student,
teacher, and parent users
- Gather requirements and clarify goals for new projects
- Consider user needs and product strategy to make feature design
decisions
- Produce clear written specifications for all feature
functionality and user flows
- Collaborate with visual designers to create innovative, clean
user interfaces
- Work with engineers to align technical designs and decisions
with product needs
- Do whatever it takes to develop features and deliver value to
our usersWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's degree in STEM or a related field
- Demonstrated technical abilities; some coursework or experience
in computer programming and web technologies is preferred
- Highly developed analytical-reasoning and problem-solving
skills, with proven success applying them independently
- Strong written and spoken communication skills, with an eye to
clarity and conciseness
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across teams to
make things happen
- Enthusiasm for tackling tough problems independently, from
assessing high-level goals through to perfecting every detail
- Exceptionally organized self-starter, efficient and thrives
under pressure
- Curiosity, open-mindedness, and an unfailingly positive
attitude
- Interest in design thinking; some coursework or experience in
UI/UX design is helpful
- Interest in K-12 education! Classroom/teaching experience is a
plusWHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION
- Your resume
- A cover letter under 600 words, so that we can get to know you
betterOur pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
The base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000 -
$120,000 + equity + benefits. The range displayed on each job
posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay
for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and
additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and
relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about
the specific pay range for your preferred location during the
hiring process.ABOUT IXL LEARNINGIXL 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+ subjectsOur 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.
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Keywords: IXL, Gilroy , Associate Product Manager, New Grad, Executive , San Mateo, California
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