Functional QE Analyst / Manual Tester

QualityAI • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $40 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

QualityAI is seeking a Functional QE Analyst / Manual Tester to join their growing team in Chicago, IL. This role involves working with a leading AI-powered Quality Engineering Company, collaborating with global thought leaders, and making a difference daily. The position is a 3-month contract and requires on-site presence in Chicago.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of QE/QA experience, preferably in functional/manual testing
• Strong functional/manual testing experience with good understanding of QA/QE practices and objectives
• Experience with system integration testing, end-to-end workflow validation, or transaction/data validation
• Ability to validate data-heavy workflows, including transaction logs, spreadsheets, system outputs, and test evidence
• Knowledge of test repository or defect tracking systems like Jira
• Ability to create, execute, and maintain detailed test cases
• Ability to communicate technical information at a high level using common business language
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• A sense of accountability for individual and team objectives, with a focus on quality
• Ability to be onsite in the Chicago office as needed based on project needs
• Reliable home internet access and appropriate workspace for taking meetings when working remote

Nice To Haves

• Experience testing retail, gaming, POS, kiosk, terminal-based, or transaction-processing systems
• Hands-on experience testing mobile apps on both iOS and Android devices
• Fundamental understanding of debugging various mobile and desktop browsers such as Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
• Experience with API software such as Postman
• Experience working with multiple Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, and MacBook, including Airdrop
• Experience using spreadsheets for managing or validating data, including Excel, Numbers, SmartSheets, or Google Sheets
• Experience with web testing, mobile testing, and non-mobile / terminal-based testing
• Experience in the service industry, retail, sales, consultancy, or customer-facing environments
• Familiarity working with the Google ecosystem, including G-Suite, Gmail, and Google Drive
• Experience using collaborative tools such as Teams, Slack, Asana, or similar tools
• Experience managing documents, test evidence, or office materials in a physical space
• Web design or server administration experience is a plus
• Artistic passion such as music, arts, or language is a plus

Responsibilities

• Test case design, test case documentation, and peer review
• Manual test execution across web, mobile, POS/terminal, and integrated systems
• Validate end-to-end business flows, including transaction logging, data capture, and downstream system behavior
• Review transaction data, logs, spreadsheets, and system outputs to confirm accuracy and completeness
• Identify and communicate obstacles, risks, defects, and requirement gaps early
• Participate in daily standups, provide clear status updates, and escalate issues as needed
• Engage with developers, business analysts, product teams, and QE teams during defect triage and issue resolution
• Support system integration testing across multiple applications, devices, and business workflows
• Highlight requirement, design, data, and integration gaps as early in development as possible
• Create and maintain documentation for knowledge-sharing, training, and future project reference
• Manage multiple testing activities while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality

Benefits

• Internal rotation and international mobility opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with a massively growing company
• QualityAI Tech academy: 3000+ training courses, mentorship programs, technical tribes, sponsored certifications, leadership programs
• Client Referral and Employee Referral Program’s
• Competitive pay, Hourly rate $40 - $45

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed