Chess.com
The world's largest online chess platform offering games, lessons, puzzles, and community features for players of all skill levels.
Industry
Technology, Gaming, E-sports
Headquarters
San Jose, California, USA
Team Size
500-1000
Founded
2005
Remote
Remote-first with distributed teams across multiple countries
Remote Hiring Profile
Chess.com hires remote teams across Global with a flexible approach to remote work. They currently have 1 remote position listed on WorkAnywhere.pro.
About Chess.com
Chess.com is a leading online chess platform that provides a comprehensive suite of services for chess enthusiasts worldwide. The company serves millions of users ranging from casual players to professional grandmasters, offering features like live games, puzzles, lessons, and computer analysis. Their main product is a freemium web and mobile platform that enables players to compete, learn, and connect through chess. As a remote-first company, Chess.com has built a distributed workforce that collaborates across time zones to maintain their 24/7 global chess community.
Tech Stack
Technologies this company commonly uses across product, data, and infrastructure.
Primary Tech
Data & ML
Company Culture
Chess.com fosters a collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on growing the global chess community. The distributed team emphasizes asynchronous communication and flexible work arrangements to accommodate different time zones and personal schedules. Employees are encouraged to share their passion for chess while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the remote environment.
Our Values
Growing the global chess community; Making chess accessible to everyone; Fostering fair play and sportsmanship; Encouraging continuous learning and improvement; Building inclusive and diverse teams; Maintaining technical excellence and innovation.
Benefits & Perks
Typical benefits include comprehensive health insurance, remote work flexibility with home office stipends, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Many tech roles offer competitive salaries with equity options, and the company often provides wellness programs and learning budgets. Additional perks may include chess-related benefits like tournament access and coaching resources.