Jobs at Duolingo

Positions 664

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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Senior iOS Software Engineer, AI Stories

Company: Duolingo

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Duolingo is seeking an iOS engineer to develop an innovative, immersive, and interactive story experience within the Duolingo app. The engineer will leverage machine-learning algorithms to recommend stories based on user signals and build a dedicated experience for stories. The role offers opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with world-class minds. The engineer will also work on implementing an In-App Purchase system, leveraging user feedback and analytics to improve content quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Senior Engineering Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Sep 28, 2024

Duolingo is a company that aims to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. The company is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a team of software engineers and contribute to product strategy.

iOS Software Engineer (Senior/Staff/Senior Staff)

Company: Duolingo

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Duolingo is looking for iOS engineers to join their teams, focusing on education, math, music, and monetization. The company emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and mentorship, with a focus on making education universally available.

Senior Social Media Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

Duolingo, the world's most popular learning app, is seeking a creative Senior Social Media Manager. The ideal candidate will create engaging content, lead content experiments, and collaborate with international teams. The role requires 3-5 years of social media experience, video production skills, and proficiency in multiple languages. The position offers a competitive salary range of $113,050 - $234,000, along with benefits and a focus on employee well-being.

Marketing Analyst

Company: Duolingo

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Sep 28, 2024

Duolingo is a company that aims to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. They are looking for a curious marketing analyst to help build the foundations of measuring and understanding the impact of their media spend.

Senior Engineering Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Duolingo, the world's most popular learning app, is seeking an Engineering Manager. The role involves leading mission-critical projects, contributing to product strategy, and managing a team of engineers. The Monetization Area focuses on subscriptions, ads, and in-app purchases, aiming to create premium learning experiences. The Math Team Area develops software to make math learning enjoyable. The ideal candidate will have experience in guiding software engineering teams, leading cross-functional projects, and strong communication skills. The salary range is $174,900 - $335,600.

Lead Product Manager, Gamification

Company: Duolingo

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Duolingo is looking for a mobile gaming Product Manager to work on a growth team with a world-changing mission. The role involves driving product strategy, performing research, and collaborating with designers and engineers.

Senior Engineering Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Duolingo is a company that aims to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. The company is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead mission-critical projects and contribute to product strategy. The role involves leading a team of engineers, owning project planning and execution, and collaborating with product teams to increase business metrics.

Senior Social Media Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Oct 04, 2024

Duolingo, the world's most popular learning app, is seeking a creative Senior Social Media Manager. The ideal candidate will create engaging content, lead content experiments, and collaborate with international teams. The role requires 3-5 years of social media experience, video production skills, and proficiency in multiple languages. The position offers a competitive salary range of $113,050 - $234,000, along with benefits and a focus on employee well-being.

Payroll Manager

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Duolingo is looking for a Payroll Manager to join their team. The role involves running multistate payrolls, ensuring timely and accurate processing, and being the go-to person for employee questions about payroll. The company offers a competitive salary range of $76,500 to $151,800 and a range of benefits.

Staff Data Scientist, Economics

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Sep 27, 2024

Duolingo is looking for a technical leader in economics and data science to advance data-centric decision-making. The role involves leading the development of economic models and data science solutions, collaborating with executive leadership, and mentoring the Data Science and Analytics team.

Data Scientist I, New Graduate

Company: Duolingo

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Duolingo is seeking a data-driven individual to join their team, focusing on deriving insights from data, applying advanced analytical methods, collaborating with product and engineering teams, and ensuring high-quality data collection. The role offers opportunities for learning, mentorship, and a variety of projects. The ideal candidate will have a quantitative background, experience with large datasets, and strong communication skills. Benefits include language learning opportunities, catered meals, PTO, comprehensive health benefits, and more. The salary range is $125,000—$135,000 USD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Duolingo?
Duolingo values mission‑driven impact and encourages employees to experiment with new features through hackathons and quarterly OKR cycles. The workplace is remote‑friendly, with core hours that accommodate global teams, and offers generous paid time off, on‑site wellness programs, and a stipend for continuous learning. Employees frequently highlight the collaborative culture, where cross‑functional teams share data openly, and the company’s commitment to open‑source projects, which allows team members to contribute to broader communities.
What types of positions are available at Duolingo?
Current openings span software engineering (frontend, backend, mobile, AI/ML), data science and analytics, product management (growth, content, engineering), UX/UI design, growth and marketing, community operations, and customer success. The company also posts roles in finance, legal, human resources, and operations, reflecting its expanding global footprint.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Duolingo?
Show measurable impact by quantifying results from past projects, such as improving user retention by X% or reducing latency by Y%. Align your experience with Duolingo’s mission—demonstrate how your work contributes to language accessibility or AI personalization. Highlight open‑source contributions, especially in languages or tools Duolingo uses. Tailor your resume to each role by mapping keywords from the job description to your skills, and craft a concise cover letter that explains why you want to help millions learn languages.

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