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Quality Engineer - Chicago

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32K-112K Annually
Entry level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
32K-112K Annually
Entry level
Execute and develop QA test plans and protocols for pre-release, upgrade, and current software versions. Write code and testing protocols, evaluate compatibility with communications hardware/software, identify and document bugs and root causes in technical bug reports.
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Actively involved in the daily operational activities that generally impact important components / processes of the technology QA function, such as: 
• Executing test plans on pre-release, upgrades and current versions of software. 
• Evaluating compatibility of programs with existing communications hardware and software. 
• Developing quality assurance software protocols to support established quality assurance standards. 
• Writing code, testing protocols and plans 
• Identifying relationships of bugs to the software code. 
• Identifying bugs and determining likely reasons for their causes and describes them in technical terms in "bug reports. 

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 32,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 112,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603

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