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Remote Bug Fixing Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

$51.50 - $67/hr

Work on bug fixing and application performance * Contribute to design and testing Position Location ... remote team is required. Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Remote Bug Fixing information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Bug Fixing specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive in Remote Bug Fixing, you need strong problem-solving abilities, proficiency in programming languages relevant to your projects, and experience with debugging and troubleshooting software issues. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, issue tracking tools such as Jira, and remote collaboration platforms is essential, along with a background in computer science or software engineering. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for effectively diagnosing issues and collaborating with distributed teams. These skills ensure timely resolution of bugs, maintain software quality, and support efficient teamwork in a remote environment.

What is remote bug fixing?

Remote bug fixing is the process of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving software bugs or issues from a location outside of the physical office, often through remote access tools or collaboration platforms. This approach allows software developers or support engineers to address problems in software applications without being on-site, increasing flexibility and reducing downtime. Remote bug fixing is common in distributed teams and is essential for maintaining and improving software quality, especially in today's global and digital work environment.

What is the difference between Remote Bug Fixing vs Remote Software Developer?

AspectRemote Bug FixingRemote Software Developer
Primary RoleIdentify and fix bugs in software applicationsDesign, develop, and maintain software applications
Required SkillsDebugging, problem-solving, knowledge of programming languagesProgramming, system design, coding, testing
Work EnvironmentTypically part of a QA or development team, often in agile settingsFull development lifecycle, collaborative teams, project management tools
CredentialsKnowledge of programming languages, debugging tools, sometimes certificationsComputer science degree or equivalent, coding certifications often preferred

Remote Bug Fixing focuses on troubleshooting and resolving software issues, while Remote Software Development involves creating and building software from scratch. Both roles require technical skills, but bug fixers specialize in problem resolution, whereas developers handle the entire development process.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a remote bug fixing role, and how can they be managed?

Remote bug fixing professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating with distributed teams across different time zones, limited direct access to development environments, and communication delays. These can be managed by leveraging collaboration tools (like Slack or Jira), maintaining clear documentation, and scheduling regular check-ins with team members. Proactively seeking clarifications and following structured debugging processes also help ensure efficient problem resolution in a virtual setting.
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Experienced Qt UI Software Developer (Remote)

Experienced Qt UI Software Developer (Remote)

Deep Systems

Remote

$51.50 - $67/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Company Info
Deep Systems is a fast-growing Chicago based capital markets technology company whose mission is to deliver and manage cohesive, state-of-the-art, cost-effective, and scalable technology solutions. The solutions we deliver simplify operations, reduce key-person dependencies, and enable our customers to focus on the areas of their business where they derive the most value.


About the Position
We're looking for a highly skilled and adaptable Qt developer to join our growing team of highly talented engineers to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced and agile environment.


Qualifications
Our team is not focused on degrees or years of experience, however for this senior role the candidate must have a real world and applied understanding of the requirements listed below: 


Experienced Qt Developer Requirements:

  • Qt 5+ (QT 6 experience a plus)
  • QML (Desktop & Controls 2)
  • Flat & Hierarchical Data Models (QAbstractItemModel, QSortFilterProxyModel, etc.)
  • C++
  • Javascript
  • CMake
  • Git source control
  • Debugging toolsets (gdb, valgrind, kdab, etc)
  • High personal code/development standards (peer testing, unit testing, documentation, etc.)
  • Experience with the core QT source code a plus
  • Experience in financial services experience, particularly front office/trading a plus

Optional Skills:

  • UX / Design Experience
  • Qt Mobile (IOS/Android) or Web Assembly experience
  • UI testing experience
  • Experience developing custom components

Experienced Qt Developer Responsibilities:

  • High level architecture design and implementation
  • Develop or extend reusable C++ / QML components
  • Develop new UI screens for use internally or for customers
  • Extend or adapt existing screens
  • Work on bug fixing and application performance
  • Contribute to design and testing


Position Location

This position does not have any geographic requirements; however, collaboration and coordination with a remote team is required.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME