Lead Instructor (Full Stack), Codecademy Bootcamps

We are NYC based, but remote friendly unless specified.

Hello, World! Codecademy is on a mission to build inspiring careers in technology through engaging, accessible, and interactive online coding education.

Our learners have gone on to start new jobs, launch new companies, and lead new lives thanks to their work with Codecademy, and our platform has transformed the way businesses develop and retain their teams.

Since 2011, our team has grown to over 200 employees serving 50+ million learners from 190+ countries. We’ve raised over $82M in venture capital funding from top investors including Prosus, Owl Ventures, Union Square Ventures, Y Combinator, and more--which gives us the capital to get stuff done in an impactful way.

Join us to help build a business that empowers tens of millions of people to lead better lives!

What’s the role about ?

We are expanding our bootcamp offerings in India, and seeking a lead instructor, who will play a hybrid role involving both individual contribution and managerial responsibilities. You will take live classes, contribute to curriculum development, and support the recruitment and management of a broader group of instructors. This is a critical role and you will work directly with the India and global leadership team on this high visibility initiative. Your work will include :

• Curriculum Delivery: Conduct live online classes for a diverse group of learners, ensuring high-quality instruction and engagement.
• Content Development: Develop and refine course materials, lesson plans, and projects, leveraging our extensive Codecademy library as a valuable resource.
• Student Engagement: Foster an interactive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging student participation and engagement.
• Assessment & Feedback: Evaluate student performance through assignments and projects, providing constructive feedback to facilitate learning.
• Doubt Resolution: Assist students with technical challenges and address their queries both during and outside of class.
• Instructor Recruitment & Management: Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and management of instructors to ensure a high-quality teaching team.
• Bootcamp Strategy: Collaborate with leadership to shape and execute strategic initiatives for bootcamp growth and improvement.

What do you need ?

We’re looking for a rockstar professional with real world experience as a full stack developer and a passion for teaching about technology. Here’s what we’re expecting :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus
• Minimum of 8 years of real world experience in technology companies, leading impactful projects and workstreams
• Proficiency in full-stack technologies including, but not limited to:
• Front-end: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React, Angular, Vue.js)
• Back-end: Node.js, Express.js, Django, Flask, Ruby on Rails
• Databases: SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL), NoSQL (MongoDB, Firebase)
• DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
• Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA)
• Prior experience in B2C teaching or training roles is highly desirable
• Strong drive to work in unstructured and fast-paced environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of ‘steep slope’ learning ability and ownership mindset

What makes you standout – (a) experience in blue chip tech companies (b) AI and LLM related expertise (c) extensive B2C teaching experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Codecademy, we are committed to teaching people the skills they need to upgrade their careers. Codecademy aims to educate a richly diverse demographic of learners with our product and in order to accomplish this, we believe our team should reflect that rich diversity. Our company celebrates diversity in all of its forms-- race, gender, color, national origin, marital status, sexuality, religion, veteran status, age, ability, disability status-- and works to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds and beliefs are empowered to better their futures.