Posted at: 15 January

Senior QA Tester I, Short-Term

Company

Demiurge Studios

Demiurge Studios is a Cambridge, MA-based video game developer specializing in creating engaging games for mobile, PC, and console platforms, operating in the gaming and entertainment industry with a B2B and B2C business model.

Remote Hiring Policy:

Demiurge Studios primarily operates with a hybrid work model, requiring employees to work partly onsite in Massachusetts, particularly in Cambridge and Boston. While some roles may offer remote flexibility, the company emphasizes a preference for candidates who can work in these locations.

Job Type

Full-time

Allowed Applicant Locations

United States

Salary

$70,000 to $100,000 per year

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Job Description

Demiurge Studios is seeking an experienced Senior QA to help bring high-quality, world-class game experiences to players. You will be an integral part of a cross-discipline team focused on Dev QA for Around Game functionality. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive in communicating quality risks and identifying ways to fill coverage gaps. The right candidate also has deep expertise in test plan design, documentation and execution. This position is full-time and short-term, with a possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

    • Design, develop and execute functional test plans and test cases
    • Contribute to Acceptance Criteria and testing estimates 
    • Collaborate and coordinate with external and internal stakeholders including Production, Engineering, Art, and/or UI/UX
    • Proactively maintain testing priorities across all deliverables
    • Report accurate defects with technical and visual reproduction steps and assist with defect triage as needed
    • Create, update, and provide test status and reports for daily builds, features, back-end systems, and other assigned areas up through and including product certification
    • Support cross-discipline team with Dev Support activities as needed: daily BVTs, technical troubleshooting, playtest coordination, regression testing as examples.
    • Ensure the game meets internal/external quality goals

Must-have Qualifications

    • 4-6 years QA experience and track record of successfully shipped titles 
    • Prior experience in a Senior or Lead role in: Console certifications, Compliance, Accessibility, Shop, Back-end/API and other Around Game testing
    • Additional specific experience in designing and executing tests for game functionality including: Voice Chat, Streamer Mode, Events, Player Profiles, Store, Anti-Cheat
    • Experience working under a variety of agile and fixed-time development processes
    • Experience with static analysis of requirements and designs in order to identify quality gaps and to inform test design
    • Extensive experience with defect reporting/triage and root cause analysis
    • Excellent command of test plan authoring and implementation
    • Experience with test case & test artifact management, tracking & reporting
    • Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Excel and Google Suite
    • Ability to identify and improve QA processes and tooling
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Professional demeanor with a team-focused attitude

Preference to Applicants With

    • Experience testing on a range of platforms (PC/Console/Mobile)
    • Knowledge of TCRs & XRs
    • Experience with Localization testing
    • Experience working on AA or AAA titles built in leading game engines
    • Experience with automated testing, scripting, tools and/or accelerators
    • Experience performing Compatibility, Security and Performance testing
    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

About Us:
Headquartered in Boston, MA at Demiurge you will find a studio with an amazing, collaborative culture and a deep respect for art in all our games. With over 20 years of game development expertise and teams all over North America our commitment to balanced and sustainable development is well known in the game community. We also provide co-development services to larger, best-in-industry game companies. In this capacity, Demiurge has worked with some of the industry’s biggest hitters on exciting projects including Marvel Snap, 2XKO, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Teamfight Tactics to name a few. This is an exciting time to join Demiurge as we are developing our own independent titles as well. With tons of challenges and opportunities ahead we are always looking for great talent! If you are looking for an exciting, creative, and collaborative studio come join us on Demiurge's next journey!

DEI Statement:
At Demiurge, we celebrate our differences and know that diverse perspectives empower us to build a stronger company and better games. We work hard to create an equitable, safe and accessible work environment where all Demiurgers are empowered to be themselves and do their best work regardless of race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or physical or mental ability. We thrive on self-reflection, healthy debate, and mindful listening. We respect each other's opinions and seek new ideas. We denounce hate, discrimination and racism in all forms.

What Demiurge Offers:
• Flexible work environment
• A variety of medical benefits with PPO options that start on your first day of employment
• Vision and Dental benefits
• Paid Sick Days
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - Available if you select a High Deductible Healthcare plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (HC & DC FSA)
• 401K eligible after 1000hrs
• Commuter Reimbursement Program for hybrid employees
• So. Many. Games. - Access to our huge game library!

As well as a State of the Art Boston Studio with in Office Perks:
• Free snacks and drinks!
• Demi-Lunch Tuesday - Lunch is on us!
• Game Night Food
• Ping Pong!
• Step Mania! Get your dance on!

Demiurge Studios is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, or Veteran status. Demiurge Studios also makes workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities or special needs.

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