Remote QA Engineer at Chegg

Company Overview:
Chegg is a leading remote technology company that revolutionizes the way students learn by providing digital educational resources. Our remote-first culture values flexibility, collaboration, and innovation. At Chegg, we embrace remote work as a core part of our operations, allowing employees to work from anywhere in the USA.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Remote QA Engineer to join our distributed team. As a QA Engineer at Chegg, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital products and services. This remote position offers the opportunity to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members across different locations.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts
- Identify and report software defects and issues
- Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure product quality
- Conduct manual and automated testing procedures
- Document testing results and provide feedback for product improvements

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Proven experience as a QA Engineer or similar role
- Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and tools
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment
- Proficient communication skills for remote team collaboration

Technical Requirements:
- Dedicated home office with high-speed internet connection
- Proficiency in using remote collaboration tools like Slack, Zoom, and Jira
- Comfortable working in a flexible schedule with potential time zone differences
- Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms and virtual machines

Desired Skills:
- Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium or Appium
- Knowledge of programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript
- Previous experience in Agile development environments
- Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex issues remotely

Compensation & Benefits:
The annual salary range for the Remote QA Engineer position at Chegg is $80,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer remote-specific benefits such as a home office stipend or equipment provision, flexible working hours to accommodate various time zones, virtual onboarding processes, and virtual team building activities. Occasional travel may be required for team meetups, but the majority of work can be done remotely.

How to Apply:
To apply for the Remote QA Engineer position at Chegg, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and remote work capabilities. Our remote hiring process includes virtual interviews and assessments to ensure a seamless and efficient recruitment experience. We look forward to welcoming a talented QA Engineer to our remote team at Chegg.