IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a QA Analyst focused on UI and front end testing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology and education with an ability to work closely with our product managers and engineers to develop and execute test strategies for a variety of exciting new features. IXL is growing and we are hiring QA Analysts across several teams including Mobile Apps, IXL Web and Business Tools. #LI-NF1
This is a full-time position in our San Mateo, CA headquarters office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING- Ensure quality on our front-end web applications with a strong focus on UI testing
- Review business requirements and develop test plans, test cases, test estimations, and test execution reports
- Perform functionality, regression, integration, UI, smoke, exploratory, stress and performance testing
- Manage all communications related to QA status on a daily basis and report potential risks during all stages of development lifecycle
- Work closely with development and product teams to resolve any issues that arise out of the testing process
- Analyze test results and facilitate resolution of issues
- Iterate on existing testing processes and standards to improve efficiency and accuracy
- BA/BS degree required
- Experience in QA of front end elements, web design, UI, and UX
- Ability to work both independently and on a wide variety of teams
- Passion for making bullet-proof applications and improving education through technology
- Self-motivated, detail oriented, proactive and collaborative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of JIRA, Unix, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, source control, and mobile device development is a plus
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The base salary range for this full-time position is $68,700 - $90,000 + benefits. 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.
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.Top Skills
What We Do
At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. We apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge.
IXL’s award-winning personalized learning platform is used by more than 13 million students worldwide. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs of each learner. And with over 100 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL is helping schools successfully use technology to improve teaching and learning.
Studies have shown that IXL leads to higher test scores, predicts success, and benefits all students. Learn more about how IXL accelerates learning at: www.ixl.com/research
IXL Learning’s other products include Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading language learning program; Vocabulary.com, the educational destination for improving literacy skills; Education.com, the most comprehensive library of learning activities for K-8 students; Wyzant, the nation’s largest tutoring network; and ABCya, the creator of over 300 educational computer games and apps for kids.
Hear what our employees love about working at IXL:
"At IXL, I take pride in knowing that the code we deliver helps educators and parents better understand how their children are learning. I love that my friends and family can understand the positive impact we have, whether or not they have any technical background. It's motivating to work on a team with supportive and highly capable coworkers who genuinely care about each other, the product, and our customers." - Adam Singer, Engineering Project Lead
"I'm working with like-minded and different-minded peers to improve a part of our education system, something that I'm immensely invested in. Solving engineering challenges to continually improve our product, along with the people (and perks!) I encounter really keep me engaged in my work." - Jestin Ma, Software Engineer
