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Khan Academy•18.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Remote Senior Quality Engineer - Educational Technology

$120K–$150K/year
RemoteEdTech
Automated Testing•Manual Testing•Quality Assurance•Test Automation•Agile Methodologies•Frontend Testing•Backend Testing

About the Role

We are hiring a Remote Senior Quality Engineer to join our team at Khan Academy. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the quality and reliability of our web-based educational products. Your work will directly impact the learning experiences of millions of students worldwide.

What You'll Do

  • Engage in both manual testing and test automation to ensure the highest quality of our educational products.
  • Develop and maintain automated tests to detect regressions and ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Perform thorough manual testing of new features, advocating for exceptional user experiences.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and support teams throughout the product design and development lifecycle.
  • Own the manual test plan development and execution for new features, ensuring alignment with stakeholder priorities.
  • Build and maintain new test automation to fill coverage gaps using insights from manual testing and industry best practices.
  • Participate in planning, design reviews, and development discussions to ensure quality is embedded in all stages of the SDLC.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, with a strong focus on automated testing.
  • Proficiency in both frontend and backend testing methodologies.
  • Experience with various testing frameworks and tools.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
  • A keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering high-quality products.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the education technology sector.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
  • Knowledge of performance testing and security testing.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary in the range of $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
  • Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
  • A diverse and inclusive work environment that values equity and belonging.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
  • Access to a wealth of educational resources and tools.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Remote Senior Quality Engineer position at Khan Academy offers a unique opportunity to impact education globally while enjoying a flexible work environment and competitive salary.

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Who Will Succeed Here

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Proficiency in automated testing tools such as Selenium and TestNG, demonstrating strong skills in both frontend and backend testing to ensure comprehensive quality coverage of web-based educational platforms.

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Self-motivated and disciplined in a remote work environment, with the ability to manage time effectively and maintain high productivity while collaborating asynchronously with cross-functional teams in an Agile development setting.

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Extensive experience in quality assurance methodologies, with a mindset focused on continuous improvement and a passion for leveraging data-driven insights to enhance testing strategies and product quality.

Learning Resources

→Automated Testing with Seleniumcourse
→Test Automation Frameworksarticle
→Agile Testing: A Practical Guideguide

Career Path

Remote Senior Quality Engineer - Educational Technology(Now)→Quality Engineering Manager(1-2 years)→Director of Quality Assurance(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$20.5B
Annual Growth
12.4%
AI Adoption in Testing
38%
Investment in EdTech Testing Tools
+45%
Labour Demand for Quality Engineers
+22%
Avg Salary for Senior Quality Engineer
$110K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Automated TestingManual TestingQuality Assurance
Growing in Demand
CypressAPI Testing (Postman, SoapUI)Performance Testing (JMeter, LoadRunner)
Declining
Selenium IDEManual Testing without Automation

Domain Trends

Shift to AI-Driven Testing
By 2025, 50% of testing activities in educational technology will be automated through AI tools, improving efficiency and accuracy.
Increased Focus on Security Testing
With 30% of educational institutions experiencing security breaches, there is a growing need for quality engineers to integrate security testing into their workflows.
Adoption of Continuous Testing Practices
83% of organizations in the educational technology sector are adopting continuous testing to support Agile methodologies, enhancing product delivery speed.

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