Senior Quality Engineer

Nonprofit organization delivering free, world-class education to anyone anywhere, serving over 155 million registered learners globally.
$127,423 - $159,279
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Education

Description For Senior Quality Engineer

Khan Academy, a nonprofit dedicated to providing free, world-class education, is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of their web-based educational products. This role combines both manual testing and test automation expertise, working within cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. The position offers a competitive salary range of $127,423 - $159,279 USD and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and various testing frameworks, particularly Cypress. They'll be responsible for developing test plans, maintaining automation frameworks, and collaborating across teams to ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle. Knowledge of accessibility testing and WCAG guidelines is essential.

Khan Academy offers a remote-first culture with excellent benefits, including competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive insurance. The organization serves over 155 million registered learners globally and maintains a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on global education while working with a diverse, mission-driven team. The company values learning mindset, collaboration, and delivering high-quality experiences that accelerate measurable learning outcomes. Join Khan Academy to help shape the future of education while working in an inclusive, supportive environment that prioritizes both professional growth and work-life balance.

Last updated a month ago

Responsibilities For Senior Quality Engineer

  • Own manual test plan development and execution for new features on the team
  • Build and maintain new test automation to fill coverage gaps
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners throughout the SDLC
  • Find, document, and track bugs
  • Contribute to engineering guilds such as the Quality and Accessibility guilds

Requirements For Senior Quality Engineer

JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
Linux
  • Proven experience in software product testing and test automation
  • Proficiency in test automation tools like Cypress
  • Strong manual testing skills
  • Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript for test automation and Python for backend testing
  • Experience in UNIX/Linux environments
  • Proficient with software development tools, including IDEs and git
  • Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of accessibility testing and WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

Benefits For Senior Quality Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Competitive salaries
  • Ample paid time off as needed
  • Remote-first culture
  • Generous parental leave
  • 401(k) + 4% matching
  • Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life
  • Opportunities to connect through affinity, ally, and social groups

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