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# Senior Software Engineer - Product at Consumer Reports

- **Company:** Consumer Reports
- **Location:** Yonkers, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-06-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/consumerreports/jobs/5145313007

## Job description

## WHO WE ARE

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for all. CR is known for our rigorous testing and trusted ratings on thousands of products and services.  We report extensively on consumer trends and challenges, and survey millions of people in the U.S. each year. We leverage our evidence-based approach to advocate for consumer rights, working with policymakers and companies to find solutions for safer products and fair practices.

Our mission starts with you. We offer medical benefits that start on your first day as a CR employee that include behavioral health coverage, family planning and a generous 401K match. [Learn more about how CR advocates on behalf of our employees.](https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/careers/landing-page/index.htm)

## OVERVIEW

We’re looking for a full stack Senior Product Engineer to lead the multi-platform engineering efforts for our AskCR chatbot and related AI-driven features across the Consumer Reports website, mobile app, and other digital surfaces. This role is critical in ensuring seamless integration, robust performance, and high-quality user experiences. Reporting to the Director, Web Development you will be part of the Experimental Engineering team where you will drive consistent, maintainable development practices, coordinate cross-team collaboration, and oversee the delivery of resilient software solutions.

This is a remote position. This position is not eligible for sponsorship or relocation assistance.

## How You'll Make An Impact

As Senior Product Engineer, you will focus on Ask CR, our AI-powered advisor that answers consumer's questions based on CR’s trusted research and product data, including:

- Leading the technical planning, architecture, and implementation efforts for AskCR’s multi-platform initiatives, ensuring consistency and maintainability.
- Collaborating closely with product management, design, and engineering teams to align technical strategy with business and user needs.
- Coordinating cross-team engineering efforts, facilitating clear communication, effective planning, and efficient release management.
- Establishing and upholding best practices for code quality, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), monitoring, and debugging across platforms.
- Diagnosing and resolving complex production issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
- Mentoring and guiding engineering team members, fostering technical growth and leadership capabilities.

## ABOUT YOU

You’ll Be Highly Rated If:

- You have the educational background. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- You have the engineering experience. 5+ years of professional software engineering experience is required.
- You bring a strong proficiency in web and mobile development frameworks (specifically React, React Native).
- You have a strong proficiency in building APIs with Python (e.g. FastAPI).
- You have proven experience in multi-platform software development and integration, with a track record of delivering high-quality production applications.
- You have a demonstrated expertise in best practices for CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and debugging.
- Your excellent communication and collaboration skills, allow you to lead complex projects across diverse teams.

You'll Be One of Our Top Picks If:

- You have prior experience working on consumer-focused AI applications or chatbots.
- You are familiar with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and container orchestration technologies.
- You have knowledge of ethical AI practices, data privacy compliance, and secure coding principles.

## FAIR PAY AND A JUST WORKPLACE

At Consumer Reports, we are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation informed by location, as well as the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. It is expected that most qualified candidates will fall near the middle of the posted salary range. We have three locations: Yonkers, NY, Washington, DC and Colchester, CT.

Consumer Reports is registered to do business in and can only hire from the following states and federal district: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Salary ranges

- New York Metropolitan Area, California, Chicago, Boston, and Washington, DC: $140K-$160K annually*
- All other approved CR locations: $133K-$152K

*The higher geographic range also applies to employees who commute to Consumer Reports’ Yonkers, NY facility. For designated metropolitan areas, eligibility is based on residing within 60 miles of the applicable metropolitan area.

Consumer Reports is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or lactation), gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.  Consumer Reports will provide you with any reasonable assistance or accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.

## About Consumer Reports

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: An independent, nonprofit member organization that tests, investigates, and advocates to create a fair, transparent, and safe marketplace for consumers.
- **Entity Type**: Private (nonprofit organization)
- **Headquarters**: Yonkers, New York, United States (additional offices in Washington, DC and Colchester, CT)
- **Founded**: 1936
- **Founders**: A group of consumer advocates and striking workers who formed Consumers Union (now Consumer Reports)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Consumer advocacy, product testing, investigative journalism, and digital rights
- **Target customers**: Consumers (B2C), also influences businesses and policymakers through research and advocacy
- **Mission**: To work side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace; to create a fair and just marketplace for all.

## Products & Services
- **Unbiased Product Ratings & Reviews**: Rigorous, independent testing and research covering 10,000+ products and services across categories like appliances, electronics, cars, and more.
- **Investigative Journalism & Advocacy**: In-depth reporting on safety, sustainability, financial fairness, and digital rights; policy advocacy to strengthen consumer protections.
- **Digital Testing & Research**: Evaluating digital products, privacy practices, and emerging technologies to inform consumers and regulators.
- **AskCR (AI-Powered Advisor)**: A pro-consumer AI agent that answers product-related questions with plain language and links to CR articles, built with a focus on loyalty to consumer interests.
- **CR Fellowship & Innovation Lab**: Programs for researchers, technologists, and entrepreneurs to build a better marketplace through design partnerships, beta testing, and code contributions.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit); annual revenue of $249.7M (LinkedIn, 2025)
- **Key Metric**: Total funding of $2.2M (2 prior funding rounds, likely grants); 5+ million members (consumerreports.org)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Digital Economy Lab (research collaboration on consumer-centric AI agents); no traditional venture investors as a nonprofit
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 479 employees (+0.7% YoY); launching AI-powered tools (AskCR); expanding audience development and digital strategy roles; focus on four strategic areas (Safety, Sustainability, Financial Fairness, Digital Rights)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Independence**: No advertising, sponsorships, or free samples for testing – funded by member subscriptions and donations, ensuring unbiased reviews.
- **Trust & Legacy**: 85+ years of advancing consumer interests with a strong brand reputation for credibility and rigor.
- **Evidence-Based Influence**: Testing and research directly shape purchasing decisions, corporate behavior, and public policy.
- **Large Engaged Membership**: Over 5 million members who actively participate in advocacy and product evaluation.

## Strategic Focus
- **Four Pillars**: Safety, Sustainability, Financial Fairness, and Digital Rights – pursuing positive change in the marketplace across these areas.
- **AI & Digital Innovation**: Building pro-consumer AI agents (e.g., AskCR) and collaborating with research partners to ensure emerging technologies serve consumer interests.
- **Audience Growth**: Expanding digital presence and audience development to reach more consumers in an era of information distrust.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Committed to hiring a diverse workforce and fostering a sense of belonging for all employees.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Culture**: Employees are passionate about serving consumers and making a tangible impact on safety, fairness, and transparency.
- **Flexible Work Environment**: Positions are designated Fully Onsite, Hybrid, or Fully Remote depending on business needs; hybrid roles available in Yonkers, NY, Washington, DC, and Colchester, CT.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401k with employer match and contribution; generous parental leave; flexible vacation and holiday schedules; dependent care reimbursements; employee store and auction for tested products.
- **Engineering & AI Opportunities**: Growing technology team with roles like Senior Full Stack Software Engineer (AI Applications), Data Science, and Quality Assurance; focus on building ethical AI and digital tools.
- **Inclusive Workplace**: Strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and belonging; Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

## Sources
1. [Consumer Reports Careers Page](https://www.consumerreports.org/careers/landing-page/)
2. [Consumer Reports Jobs on Greenhouse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/consumerreports)
3. [Consumer Reports - What We Do](https://www.consumerreports.org/about-us/what-we-do/)
4. [Consumer Reports LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/consumer-reports)
5. [Consumer Reports Innovation](https://innovation.consumerreports.org/)

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