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IXL Learning

Software Engineer, Intern

San Mateo, CA
Salary
$29 - $46 per hour
Level
Intern

Not stated in the posting: work type, visa.

Open. First seen 7 October 2026.

Apply on www.ixl.com →

About the role

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Software Engineer Interns who have a passion for technology and education. The IXL Engineering team is responsible for designing and creating the code that powers our amazing products.

As a Software Engineer Intern, you’ll be involved in all aspects of the development process – including design, coding, testing, debugging, and tuning. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team.

This is a full-time summer position in our San Mateo, CA headquarters office.

TECHNOLOGY

The technologies that we use include Java, Python, Typescript, AWS, React Native, Javascript, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Valkey.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Students in their third year of undergrad or students pursuing an advanced degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
  • A solid grasp of general programming principles
  • Excellent programming skills in Java or other object-oriented language
  • Strong analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work both independently and in a wide variety of teams
  • Knowledge of Java, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, source control is a plus
  • Passion for improving education through technology

The pay rate for this position is $29 to $46 per hour.

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning's standard text

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
IXL Learning's standard text

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 and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.

What this role asks for

Particular to this role

PostgreSQL · React Native · TypeScript

Rare in IXL Learning's other 49 open postings.

Standard for software engineering roles

Python

Common in software engineering postings at any company.

59% of this description is written for the role. The rest is IXL Learning's standard text, folded away below.

Read against IXL Learning's other open postings on this site.

The team: Engineering HIRES STEADILY

This role is one of 25 open in Engineering. 3 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in June: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.

WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS

Java (20 of 25), AWS (12 of 25), JavaScript (11 of 25), Python (8 of 25), React (8 of 25), CSS (7 of 25), MongoDB (7 of 25)

OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM

From the team and dates on IXL Learning's own job board.

Other openings for this role

2 open postings for this role in San Mateo, CA, first posted 3 October 2026. The company is likely hiring for more than one position. None has been taken down and posted again.

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