Games Tester

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and enthusiastic Games Tester to join their vibrant gaming studio. This role offers a fully remote working arrangement, allowing you to contribute to the quality assurance of innovative game titles from anywhere in the UK. You will be a critical part of the development cycle, tasked with identifying, documenting, and verifying bugs to ensure a seamless and enjoyable player experience. This is an exciting opportunity for passionate gamers to advance their careers in a supportive, remote-first environment, working with a talented team dedicated to creating exceptional gaming products.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute test cases to meticulously examine game functionality, performance, and user interface across multiple platforms.
• Report all discovered defects clearly and concisely using the designated bug-tracking software, providing all necessary details for reproduction.
• Collaborate with game developers and designers to ensure timely and accurate bug resolution.
• Perform regression testing to confirm that fixes have been implemented correctly and have not introduced new issues.
• Provide insightful feedback on gameplay mechanics, balancing, and overall player experience to improve game design.
• Contribute to test plan creation and refinement, enhancing the overall QA process.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for playing and understanding video games, with knowledge of various genres and platforms.
• Prior experience in a Quality Assurance or software testing role, demonstrating a strong ability to find and report bugs.
• Proficiency with bug tracking systems such as Jira and experience with test management tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective collaboration in a remote setting.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing tasks independently from home.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance-based reviews.
• 100% remote position, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to test a wide variety of exciting and unreleased game titles.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development in the gaming QA field.
• A positive and collaborative team culture focused on delivering high-quality games.