Senior Game Tester

We are searching for a passionate and detail-oriented Senior Game Tester to join our newly formed performance playtesting team. In this role, you will ensure an exceptional gaming experience for players by supervising testing activities, mentoring others, and making key contributions to the quality assurance process.

Responsibilities

Understand current and upcoming changes to the playtest schedule and coverage needs
Supervise testers' daily tasks to ensure the highest priority objectives are achieved
Track and report team activity such as attendance, challenges, and escalations
Review and evaluate the effectiveness of testers' work on the project
Engage in staffing activities to build a capable and adaptable testing team
Troubleshoot defects and escalate situations that hinder project completion
Plan, oversee, execute, and report the results of testing activities for the team
Install and run builds on Consoles/Mobile devices and train testers in these processes
Provide knowledge transfers and conduct onboarding or upskilling for team members
Coordinate testing workflows for teams of 5-20 or independently organize testing from the ground up
Evaluate candidates for QA positions by assessing theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and seniority levels
Ensure project documentation is clear, concise, and supports functional requirements

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in software testing, with a background in game testing being a plus
Expert understanding of project documentation and the ability to provide functional requirements
Advanced experience in Software Quality Control processes and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Proficiency in planning testing efforts, executing activities, and communicating results effectively
Expertise in installing builds on various platforms like consoles or mobile devices
Avid gamer with hands-on familiarity with multiple game titles and genres
Flexibility to work onsite during office hours starting at 9-9:30 AM
Willingness to participate in planned weekend overtime shifts once per quarter
Proactiveness and ability to self-manage tasks without supervision
Qualifications in taking ownership of testing deliverables and outcomes
Discretion in managing sensitive and protected client data
B2 English language proficiency

Nice to have

Game testing experience
ISTQB certification

We offer

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn

Senior Game Tester

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