Software Engineer I
Build and maintain native iOS features in Swift that drive user growth and improve learning experiences for millions of learners. The role is suited to an early-career engineer with a computer science or related degree and 0–1 years of programming experience.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with product managers and designers to drive user growth.
- Develop, release, and maintain native iOS applications, primarily in Swift.
- Contribute to code reviews and collaborate across teams to ensure quality and scalability.
- Run experiments and improve key metrics such as daily active users (DAU).
Requirements
- Graduated or will graduate with a B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, such as mathematics, physics, or data science, before summer 2026.
- 0–1 years of experience programming in one or more of Java, Python, or Swift.
- Willingness to relocate to Beijing, China.
Nice to Have
- GPA of 3.6+.
- A Duolingo streak.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Compensation
- Salary range: ¥561,429–¥759,593 CNY.
- Base salary is supplemented by equity compensation.
Skills
iOS, Swift, Java, Python, Native Applications, A/B Testing, Code Review, Product Experimentation
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