πSenior Software Engineer
- Contract: permanent
- Location: Remote (start ASAP)
π About the Project
EQL Edtech is recruiting on behalf of a foundation-backed initiative driving a highβimpact global edtech platform that already reaches millions of learners worldwide, with ambitions to scale to tens of millions by 2030.
The platform is at a pivotal stage: currently desktop-first and feature-light, it needs to evolve into a mobile-native, AI-powered solution that can deliver world-class learning experiences in diverse environments, including low-connectivity regions.
This is a unique opportunity to combine startup pace with global impact, working directly with an expert in the future of work, AI, and entrepreneurship to accelerate usability, scalability, and innovation.
π‘ The Role: Senior Software Engineer
Weβre seeking a hands-on, startup-minded Senior Software Engineer to lead the next phase of this platformβs evolution.
Youβll be at the forefront of:
- Transforming the platform into a mobile-native experience (iOS & Android)
- Integrating AI-powered features (e.g., tutoring/study mode using ChatGPT)
- Elevating UX, performance, and scalability to meet the needs of millions of learners
π§ Scope of Work
- React/JavaScript development: usability + performance improvements
- AI-powered feature prototyping (study/tutoring modes)
- Repo & CI/CD management (migrations, PRs, disciplined code review)
- Cross-team coordination: turning technical updates into clear, concise debriefs
- Roadmap alignment: DevOps board management, sandbox vs production deployments
- Optimisation for low-connectivity environments
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First 90 Days Deliverables
- 30 days: Local environment setup + first tangible UX improvements
- 60 days: Multiple UX fixes + mobile-native development underway
- 90 days: Stable UX baseline (auth, navigation, performance) + 2β3 AI features shipped, including AI Study Mode
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What Youβll Bring
- 5β7+ years of hands-on coding experience
- Deep expertise in React + JavaScript
- Proven experience shipping AI-powered features into production
- Background in fast-paced, high-standard tech cultures (Google, GitHub, Stripe, Cloudflare, Meta, etc.)
- Clear, proactive communication skills and the ability to thrive in lean, agile teams
π Why This Role?
- Impact at scale: Shape a highβimpact global edtech initiative set to reach tens of millions of learners
- Startup pace, global mission: Collaborate with an expert in AI and entrepreneurship to bring Silicon Valley speed to a transformative education platform
- Career-defining exposure: Blend cutting-edge AI, mobile-first development, and global edtech transformation
π© How to Apply
EQL Edtech is the exclusive recruitment partner for this role. If youβre ready to code for global impact and thrive in a fast-moving, high-standard environment, weβd love to hear from you.
π Apply today and help redefine the future of digital education