QA Engineer

Job Description

Responsible for testing Android applications to ensure quality, performance, usability, and lab logistics. Executes manual and automated tests, validates compliance with lab standards, identifies defects, and collaborates with developers to resolve issues across devices and OS versions.

Starting compensation is based on experience.
No H1 Sponsorship.
Must already be in Chicago, IL or willing to relocate at own cost

• Validate functionality, performance, usability, compatibility, and stability across multiple devices and OS versions.
• Ensure applications meet internal lab standards and testing protocols.
• Perform regression, integration, system, and acceptance testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects; verify fixes and support root cause analysis.
• Coordinate lab logistics, including device inventory management, setup, configuration, and maintenance.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, reports, and compliance records.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and cross‑functional teams to clarify requirements and resolve issues.

Work Experience Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in Android mobile application testing.
• Strong understanding of Android OS, device fragmentation, and application lifecycle.
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Appium, Espresso) and debugging tools (ADB, Logcat).
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira) and Agile methodologies.

Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in related engineering major (EE, CE, etc.)

The expected salary range for this position is $58,000 to $63,000 base salary. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

• Health:
  Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Professional Growth:
  Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Paid‑time off and family leave.

Position anticipated to close June 29, 2026.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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