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QA Lead roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, which covers quality assurance and software testing disciplines. A designated J-1 sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and arranges sponsorship with your host employer.
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With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. Discover what it’s like to help build the fueling network of the future - check out our Engineering Blog.
REPORTS TO
Senior Manager, Quality Assurance
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
- Automate existing tests using Python, Linux, & Embedded Platform.
- Work on the Automation Test Results web app/portal using Django + MySQL + Python + React or Node.js.
- Perform hands-on testing of platform/embedded software.
- Use GitHub to review and comment on test cases written in Python.
- File and track bugs from opening to closure after verification.
REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work well remotely and with geographically distributed teams.
- Completed at least 1 embedded system or software project, junior or senior level.
- Completed Introduction and Advanced programming classes in at least 1 of the following languages: C, C++, C#, Python, or Java.
- Completed Data Structures and Introduction to Operating Systems classes.
- Undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
LOCATION
Campbell, CA
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.
ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
About us
With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. Discover what it’s like to help build the fueling network of the future - check out our Engineering Blog.
REPORTS TO
Senior Manager, Quality Assurance
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO CHARGEPOINT
- Automate existing tests using Python, Linux, & Embedded Platform.
- Work on the Automation Test Results web app/portal using Django + MySQL + Python + React or Node.js.
- Perform hands-on testing of platform/embedded software.
- Use GitHub to review and comment on test cases written in Python.
- File and track bugs from opening to closure after verification.
REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work well remotely and with geographically distributed teams.
- Completed at least 1 embedded system or software project, junior or senior level.
- Completed Introduction and Advanced programming classes in at least 1 of the following languages: C, C++, C#, Python, or Java.
- Completed Data Structures and Introduction to Operating Systems classes.
- Undergraduate or graduate student in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
LOCATION
Campbell, CA
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.
ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact.
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Document your QA specialization before applying
Gather evidence that your quality assurance expertise is field-specific: certifications like ISTQB or CSTE, test plans you've authored, and metrics from defect reduction initiatives. Designated sponsors evaluate training plans against your documented background, so specificity strengthens your DS-2019 approval.
Target host employers with established J-1 programs
Search for QA Lead openings at technology, manufacturing, and healthcare companies that have previously hosted J-1 Trainees or Specialists. Host employers familiar with DOL training plan requirements and DS-2019 protocols move through the sponsor coordination process significantly faster.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned QA roles
Filter your QA Lead job search by sponsorship-friendly employers using Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. roles and companies that align with J-1 sponsorship pathways, saving you from manually vetting each employer's hosting history.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
The J-1 Specialist category requires your QA Lead duties to fall outside standard Trainee scope, typically requiring recognized expertise. Cross-reference your job description against the O*NET profile for Quality Control Analysts to confirm your responsibilities reflect specialized professional-level work.
Negotiate training plan details before the offer stage
Your DS-2019 is tied to a structured training plan your host employer submits to the designated sponsor. Confirm with the hiring team which testing methodologies, tools, and project phases appear in that plan before you accept an offer, since amendments after issuance delay your start date.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants in Trainee and Specialist categories are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement before changing to certain other visa statuses. Ask your designated sponsor whether your specific program and funding source trigger this requirement before signing your training agreement.
QA Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to QA Lead professionals?
Most QA Lead candidates fall under the J-1 Trainee category if they are early-career professionals within five years of graduation, or the J-1 Specialist category if they have significant recognized expertise in quality assurance. The Specialist category suits senior QA professionals whose experience exceeds what a structured training program would normally cover. Your designated sponsor determines which category fits your background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a QA Lead?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your training plan compliance, and acts as your official program administrator. Your host employer is the company where you perform QA Lead duties, but it is not the legal visa sponsor.
How do I find QA Lead host employers open to J-1 arrangements?
Many employers are unfamiliar with hosting J-1 participants and will not list it in job postings. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies and QA Lead roles that align with J-1 sponsorship pathways. Once you have a target employer, you can work with a designated sponsor organization to walk the employer through the DS-2019 and training plan process.
What does a J-1 training plan need to include for a QA Lead role?
A valid J-1 training plan for a QA Lead position must specify the testing methodologies you will practice, the tools and systems involved, measurable learning objectives, and a phase-by-phase schedule. Your designated sponsor reviews the plan for regulatory compliance, and your host employer must sign it. Vague plans that simply restate your existing job description are routinely rejected.
Can I transition from J-1 status to a work visa after my QA Lead placement ends?
A transition is possible but depends on whether you are subject to the two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). If your J-1 program was government-funded or your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you must fulfill that requirement or obtain a waiver before changing to H-1B visa or similar status. Confirm your obligation with your designated sponsor before your program ends.