For over two decades, BrainPOP has been trusted by educators and parents worldwide as a source of engaging and impactful learning experiences for all kids. With a presence in over two-thirds of U.S. districts through school and district subscriptions and an estimated annual reach of 25 million students, BrainPOP is empowering kids to take agency over their learning and excel in and out of the classroom.
The company was acquired in 2022 by KIRKBI, the family-owned holding and investment company of the LEGO brand, marking a significant milestone as their first acquisition in the digital learning realm. We are thrilled to continue making learning fun and accessible with the strategic guidance and support of KIRKBI.
BrainPOP is looking for a Full Stack Developer to join our engineering team. You will be a key contributor to building and scaling the tools that power our educational platform. This role is ideal for a developer who is passionate about modern web technologies and eager to implement AI-driven solutions to improve how we create and deliver content to millions of learners.
What You'll DoFeature Development
- Build, ship, and maintain full-stack features using PHP (Laravel), and Vue.js.
- Write clean, efficient code and contribute to a high-quality codebase through proactive code reviews.
- Ensure applications are responsive, performant, and accessible across all devices.
AI Integration & Tooling
- Integrate AI/LLM capabilities into the product to automate workflows and enhance the user experience.
- Experiment with and implement prompt engineering, model selection, and AI evaluation frameworks.
- Collaborate on the development of AI-assisted features like automated content generation or intelligent study tools.
Collaboration & Quality
- Work closely with Product, Design, and Engineering peers to turn ideas into functional, production-ready features.
- Participate in Agile workflows, including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.
- Write unit and integration tests to ensure the reliability of both traditional and AI-powered systems.
- Use observability tools (like New Relic) to monitor application health and troubleshoot issues.
What We're Looking For
Required
- 2–5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
- Proficiency in PHP (Laravel) or Node.js for backend services.
- Experience building modern, interactive UIs with Vue.js (or similar frameworks like React).
- Solid understanding of relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and API design.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a drive to learn emerging technologies.
Nice to Have
- Hands-on experience with AI: You have built or integrated LLM-powered features into a production environment.
- Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP) and CI/CD best practices.
- Familiarity with Docker or containerized development environments.
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At BrainPOP, our work directly impacts how teachers teach and students learn. They inspire us to build solutions that facilitate joy and meaningful learning outcomes. Our commitment to educators and kids is reflected in our dedication to the BrainPOP team: ensuring their experience is empowering, creative, collaborative, playful, and anchored in learning and growth.
Our team is made up of educators, data scientists, published authors, engineers, artists, bakers, film buffs, cyclists, dual citizens, and so much more. We value diversity and inclusion, collaboration, and learning from multiple perspectives.
We believe that a diverse organization is a more effective organization. BrainPOP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
NOTICE: We have become aware of various fraudulent websites and third parties impersonating our company and offering false job opportunities. These offers are not affiliated with BrainPOP and are considered part of an unlawful recruitment scam. To ensure your safety and protect your personal information we strongly recommend that you only apply for positions through the official BrainPOP website or BrainPOP's official LinkedIn page. If you receive any job offers or communications that do not originate from this page or our official e-mail domain brainpop.com, please treat them as suspicious and do not engage or provide any personal information. For any questions or to report suspicious activity, please contact us directly at [email protected]. While we have reported this general fraud to the authorities, you can report this fraud on your own behalf to the Federal Trade Commission (https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’ s Internet Crime Complaint Center (https://www.ic3.gov/).
Skills Required
- 2–5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development
- Proficiency in PHP with Laravel or Node.js for backend services
- Experience building modern, interactive user interfaces with Vue.js or similar frameworks such as React
- Understanding of relational databases including MySQL or PostgreSQL
- Understanding of API design
- Hands-on experience building or integrating LLM-powered features into a production environment
- Knowledge of cloud infrastructure such as AWS or GCP
- Knowledge of CI/CD best practices
- Familiarity with Docker or containerized development environments
What the Team is Saying
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BrainPOP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health coverage are offered to full‑time U.S. employees, with indications of strong plan quality and even an employee‑only no‑cost option in some cases. Pre‑tax FSA/DCFSA and commuter programs further extend the health and wellness offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid parental leave and “generous” PTO plus company holidays are emphasized, with policies noted as having ranged from unlimited to around 30 days across different periods and teams. Recent materials describe substantial time‑off structures that are notable for the company’s size and sector.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A hybrid work setup, home‑office stipends, weekly catered lunches, a stocked pantry, and professional‑development funds provide meaningful lifestyle and growth perks. Third‑party listings also highlight education stipends and related wellbeing extras.
BrainPOP Insights
What We Do
BrainPOP, a learning company, empowers kids to shape the world around them and within them. Educators and families across the globe rely on BrainPOP to be the best part of a learner's day—sparking curiosity, building confidence, and bringing joy into the classroom and at home. For more than 25 years, BrainPOP has supported millions of students, and in 2022, it became the first digital learning investment of KIRKBI, the family-owned holding and investment company behind the LEGO brand.
Why Work With Us
BrainPOP is a pioneering Edtech brand whose iconic products have been beloved and trusted by millions of kids, educators, and parents for more than two decades. Our mission-driven team is committed to empowering kids to succeed and thrive in the classroom and beyond.
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BrainPOP Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
The BrainPOP team operates in a hybrid work environment: Each role has remote flexibility and an in-person component at our New York headquarters or other meeting locations.
