Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing startups as a Staff Software Engineer to build the "Duolingo for anything." Reporting directly to the CEO, you will own major product areas end-to-end, shipping daily to over 1.5 million users. You'll drive technical direction while crafting delightful, gamified experiences that help one billion people master new skills.
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Staff Software Engineer at Gizmo - AI-powered learning platform
Gizmo.ai is on a mission to help 1 billion people learn anything through AI-powered gamification. With $22M in fresh Series A funding and 1.5M monthly active users, we are one of the fastest-growing startups in the UK. We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our high-talent, flat-structured team in Shoreditch. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll own major product slices end-to-end, shipping code daily that impacts millions of learners. If you have a maker mindset, 8+ years of experience, and want to build the future of education, this is your chance to make a massive impact as an early employee.
Overview
Role overview
Company
Gizmo
Software
Gizmo.ai - Series A funded AI learning startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Own the technical design and implementation of user-facing features using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind.
- Iterate rapidly by merging to production and refining features based on daily session replays and metrics.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design and product teams to translate complex Figma designs into high-quality code.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- 8+ years of engineering experience with deep frontend expertise and full-stack proficiency in PostgreSQL and APIs.
- Proven track record in fast-paced startup environments, ideally as a former founder or early-stage employee.
- Strong academic background in a quantitative field like Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics from a top-tier university.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Massive scale and traction with 1.5M monthly active users and $5M ARR already achieved.
- Strong financial backing with a recent $22M Series A to accelerate global expansion.
- High-impact, flat structure where you report to the CEO and influence the entire product roadmap.
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