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Job DescriptionGeneral Description: Responsible for testing Android applications to ensure quality, performance, usability, and lab conformance. Executes manual and automated test cases, validates compliance with lab standards, identifies and documents defects, and collaborates with developers to resolve issues across devices and Android OS versions.
- Starting compensation is based on experience.
- No H1 Sponsorship.
- Must Already be in Chicago, IL or willing to relocate at own cost
Primary Responsibilities/Tasks:
- Ensure applications meet internal lab conformance standards and testing requirements.
- Perform regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
- Identify, document, track, and verify defects through resolution.
- Conduct root cause analysis and support issue triage discussions.
- Maintain detailed test documentation, reports, and compliance records.
- Configure and maintain test devices and lab environments.
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and improve product quality.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and automation frameworks.
Work Experience Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in Android application testing or mobile QA.
- Strong knowledge of Android OS, device fragmentation, and app lifecycle.
- Experience with automation tools (e.g., Appium, Espresso).
- Proficiency with debugging tools such as ADB and Logcat.
- Familiarity with defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira) and Agile methodologies.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in related engineering major (EE, CE, etc.)
The Ideal Candidate. At ArcLight Wireless, our strength comes from a diverse group of talented, creative, and ambitious professionals. An exceptional candidate will be responsible for testing Android applications to ensure quality, performance, usability, and lab conformance. Executes manual and automated test cases, validates compliance with lab standards, identifies and documents defects, and collaborates with developers to resolve issues across devices and Android OS versions.
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-time on-site in Chicago, IL (not remote)
Additional InformationCompensation
The expected salary for this position is $66,000 to $68,000 per year This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.
- Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
- Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
- Happiness:
- Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
- Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave
In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.
Position anticipated to close November 30, 2026.
Additional information
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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Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in Android application testing or mobile QA
- Strong knowledge of Android OS, device fragmentation, and application lifecycle
- Experience with mobile test automation tools such as Appium or Espresso
- Proficiency with debugging tools such as ADB and Logcat
- Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira and Agile methodologies
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
- Bachelor of Science degree in a related engineering major, such as Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- Must already be in Chicago, Illinois or willing to relocate at own cost
SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SGS and has not been reviewed or approved by SGS.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.
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