Software to advance equity in education.
This company operates with a remote-first culture, allowing team members to work from anywhere.
Avela pioneers equitable education access, leveraging Nobel Prize-winning algorithms to transform school enrollment. We empower school districts to streamline applications, manage lotteries, and place students fairly. Our software is trusted by districts in New York, Boston, and New Orleans. Over 400,000 applications have been processed through our platform. We help 9 out of 10 students get placed in one of their top three school choices. You will build solutions that directly impact families and communities nationwide.
Avela operates as a remote-first company, trusting you to work productively from your chosen location. We maintain flexibility while fostering strong team connections. We are experimenting with a hub model, encouraging monthly colleague meet-ups and quarterly 2-5 day onsite team sessions. All travel costs for these events are covered by Avela. You receive a home-office stipend to support your remote setup. We cultivate a multicultural environment with diverse perspectives through equitable hiring. Every voice matters, ensuring all team members contribute meaningfully to our mission.
Avela’s solutions are built on a modern and robust tech stack. We use AWS for our cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability. Our development leverages GraphQL for efficient data queries, Node.js for backend services, and React for dynamic user interfaces. We employ PostgreSQL for data storage, and Jest and Playwright for rigorous testing. You will work with complex, Nobel Prize-winning algorithms. These power fair and transparent student placement. You will solve real-world problems with cutting-edge technology.