Kibeam Learning is hiring a
Technical Designer, Remote - United States

Summary

The job description is for a Technical Designer at Kibeam, an ed-tech startup focused on developing AI-enabled, hands-on technology to tackle the global literacy crisis. The role involves implementing interactive reading products and working with written audio scripts and design documents. The position is remote and full-time (6 months contract with potential for conversion).

Requirements

• Proficiency in working with XML and SVG files
• A strong aptitude for learning new tools and adaptability to a constantly evolving set of tools and development environments
• Experience in debugging and refining interactive content
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop for batch processing and file conversion
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator for creating paths and shapes
• Basic knowledge of version control software like Perforce, Git, or other
• Familiarity with G Suite, especially Google Sheets; and also DropBox and text editors
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Aptitude and love for ‘getting it just right,’ you dig down until you get it correct and all the pieces, parts, and audio line up just perfectly
• A desire to help create top-shelf, kid-attuned products

Responsibilities

• Work in XML and use a mix of off-the-shelf tools (Audacity, Google Sheets, Visual Studio Code) and proprietary tools to author interactive experiences for our proprietary platform
• Collaborate with both engineering and creative teams, using written scripts and specs, to build interactive reading activities, questions, and answers
• Use Photoshop and Illustrator to label book pages and page elements (ex. words, blocks of text, pictorial elements) and create SVG files
• Maintain organization of extensive content through version control, spreadsheets, correct file naming, and folder organization
• Test, debug, and refine the interactive experiences
• Troubleshoot and creatively problem-solve challenges that may arise during development
• Act as a bridge between educators/writers/creative teams and the engineering team, ensuring seamless collaboration in creating interactive experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a strong understanding of kids' books, products, and early childhood education
• Some experience with off-the-shelf audio editing tools like Audacity
• Demonstrate a deep connection or interest in understanding children aged 4 to 8
• Experience in the interactive toy or computer conversation design domains
• Interest in developing interactive media

Benefits

• $38 - $40 an hour
• The target rate for this position is $40/hr +/- depending on experience
• This is a 6 month full-time contract with the potential to convert to full-time employment
• Kibeam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer