Games Tester

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting for a diligent Games Tester to join their distributed quality assurance team. This role focuses on rigorously testing pre-release video games to uncover bugs, assess performance, and evaluate the overall player experience. Working entirely remotely, you will be a vital link between the development studio and the end-user, ensuring that games are polished and enjoyable. You will collaborate with other testers and developers in a virtual setting, contributing to the high standards of quality our client is known for. This is an ideal position for someone passionate about games looking for flexible, remote employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute detailed test cases designed to stress game mechanics and features.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Provide qualitative feedback on game design, usability, and performance.
• Verify that resolved bugs are fixed correctly and do not reoccur.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings and contribute to team discussions on game quality.

Requirements

• Previous experience in game quality assurance or a related field is beneficial.
• Familiarity with different gaming platforms and the ability to quickly learn new game systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear and concise reporting of issues, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the capacity to thrive in a self-managed, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage, reflective of experience.
• A flexible, fully remote working schedule.
• Exposure to a wide variety of game development projects.
• Opportunities to contribute to the feedback loop that improves game design.
• Team-based collaboration in a virtual setting, fostering a sense of camaraderie.