Palo Alto · Hybrid · $180-210k
Kira
Backed byNEATotal raised$43.5M
StageSeries A
Hiring pace4 roles / 90d
Founded2022
Team size51-200
HQPalo Alto, California
IndustriesEdTech
About Kira
Kira is an AI operating system for K–12 education headquartered in New York City that replaces the entire teaching and learning tech stack. Originally founded as a computer science curriculum provider, the company has evolved into a comprehensive platform serving all of K–12 education. As a Series A company with approximately 75 employees, Kira is actively expanding into international markets, including a significant partnership with a large Latin American country where it serves as the sole AI edtech tool. The company recently launched a new product line in March, positioning itself at the forefront of AI-driven educational technology.
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Company at a glance
Location
Palo Alto, United States
Investors
AI Fund ·NEA ·New Enterprise Associates
Websitekira-learning.com
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Founders & Leadership
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Lionel Vital
VP Engineering @ Kira | Formerly Head of Engineering @ Silo | Co-founder @ Bandit ML (YC S20)
LinkedInTop Benefits
- In-office four days a week with Wednesday work-from-home flexibility
- Pet-friendly office environment
Location
About the Team
Team Distribution
- Operations25%
- Engineering20%
- Other Specialized19%
- Sales & Business Development17%
- Product & Design13%
Where the Team Studied
- 1.Stanford University
- 2.Cornell University
- 3.University of Miami
- 4.University of California, Berkeley
- 5.Princeton University
Team Worked At
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Pearson
- McGraw Hill
Team Composition
76 people- Engineering1 senior12
- Education2 senior7
- Operations1 senior7
- Sales3 senior7
- Leadership1 senior6
- Arts and Design5
- Customer Success and Support4
- Accounting3
Culture & values
Mission-driven culture focused on transforming K–12 education through AI
Team members genuinely care about improving educational outcomes for students
High ownership environment where team members own entire problem domains
Cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product, and design
Direct access to co-founders and leadership
Fast-paced and demanding work environment
High velocity shipping and quick pivots required
In-office four days a week with Wednesday work-from-home flexibility
Spacious 16,000 sq ft office in New York City
Pet-friendly office environment
Values collaboration across disciplines including frontend UX, backend systems, and AI/ML
Every team member's work has visible, meaningful impact
Funding History
Cumulative Funding
Life at Kira
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