Jobs at Duolingo
Duolingo, the award‑winning language‑learning platform, builds mobile and web apps that use game‑based mechanics to teach over 30 languages. Since its 2011 launch, the company has leveraged AI to personalize lessons and has grown to more than 500 million users worldwide. Its headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA, and a strong remote culture make it a high‑profile tech employer in the education technology sector.
Duolingo hires across engineering, data science, product management, UX/UI design, growth marketing, and community operations. Candidates can expect rigorous coding interviews for software roles, domain‑specific case studies for product managers, and portfolio reviews for designers. The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture, regular hackathons, and a commitment to open‑source contributions.
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Android Software Engineer (Senior/Staff)
Company: Duolingo
Location: Bangalore, India
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Director of Product Design
Company: Duolingo
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a seasoned Product Design Manager with 10+ years of experience to lead and grow a diverse team. The role involves mentoring designers, collaborating with other functions, and ensuring high-quality, user-friendly experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, excellent communication skills, and a track record of managing people and diverse teams. Duolingo values inclusivity and offers competitive benefits, including a salary range of $196,000—$426,000 USD.
Learning Designer, Music
Company: Duolingo
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a world-class music educator with expertise in piano and basic musical skills. The ideal candidate should be creative, innovative, and able to teach in a fun and engaging way. They will design curricula, collaborate with team members, and help scale the creation of app-based educational content. The role involves working with AI-generated content and potentially training freelance course content creators. Requirements include a MA in Music, Music Education, or related field, full-time work from or relocation to New York, NY, and strong communication skills. Exceptional candidates may have experience with digital tools for teaching music, guitar proficiency, and project management skills.
Content Program Manager
Company: Duolingo
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a strategic operator to build a large-scale AI-powered content machine. The role involves overseeing content creators, managing a contingent workforce of 600 contractors, and optimizing content operations. The ideal candidate will have project management experience, collaboration skills, tech-savviness, people management skills, and strong communication abilities. They should have 2-4 years of experience in a high-growth environment, a Bachelor's Degree or above, and the ability to work full-time in Pittsburgh, PA. Exceptional candidates may have content development or edtech experience, foreign language proficiency, and understanding of CMS technologies.
Learning Designer, Math
Company: Duolingo
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a math enthusiast with expertise in designing math courses for diverse audiences. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of teaching and curriculum design experience, strong analytical skills, creativity, and excellent communication abilities. They will design innovative curricula, collaborate with team members, interpret data for course improvements, and help scale content creation. The role involves working full-time in New York City and offers a salary range of $113,050—$184,000 USD. Duolingo values holistic employee well-being and is committed to equal employment opportunities.
Senior Product Designer, Music
Company: Duolingo
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a music enthusiast to join their Music team, creating meaningful musical learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for music, understanding of music fundamentals, and design experience in consumer applications. They will work on user experiences for New Subjects, collaborate with designers and artists, and partner with engineers and product managers. The role offers the opportunity to impact millions of learners and work in a highly energetic design environment.
Senior Creative Technologist
Company: Duolingo
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a creative and experienced designer to elevate the use of art and animation in their Math & Music courses. The role involves building interactive animations using Rive, driving tooling improvements, and partnering with various teams to enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in creative technology, proficiency in Python or similar languages, and a strong portfolio demonstrating prototyping skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $174,250—$294,000 USD and is based in New York City or Pittsburgh, PA.
Learning Designer, Music
Company: Duolingo
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a world-class music educator with expertise in piano and basic musical skills. The ideal candidate should be creative, innovative, and able to teach in a fun and engaging way. They will design curricula, collaborate with team members, and help develop efficient processes for creating app-based educational content. The role involves working with AI-generated content and potentially training freelance course content creators. The candidate should have a MA in Music, Music Education, or a related field, and be proficient in piano teaching. Flexible analytical skills, creativity, strong communication, and operational focus are also required. Duolingo offers a competitive salary range of $113,050—$184,000 USD and a benefits package that prioritizes employee well-being.
Financial Planning and Analysis Associate, Expenses
Company: Duolingo
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Duolingo is seeking a finance professional with 2-4 years of experience in investment banking or FP&A at a high-growth tech company. The role involves developing financial models, analyzing variances, and communicating complex financial analysis to support decision-making. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. Experience with subscription business models, Workday Adaptive Planning, and public tech companies is a plus. Duolingo offers a competitive salary range of $124,100—$201,250 USD, along with benefits and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.