QA Tester (Video Games)

$49,920 - $54,080/Yr

Skybound Entertainment - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

About the position

Skybound Entertainment is seeking an expert QA Tester with a strong background in fighting games to ensure the quality and readiness of their video game projects. The role involves working closely with the publishing team to conduct comprehensive testing, document issues, and support development teams in achieving high-quality standards across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive error testing on all aspects of our games
• Document defects, glitches, and inconsistencies in a clear and detailed manner
• Verify fixes, groom the bug backlog, and maintain the general database
• Develop reproduction steps for issues to help focus and maximize dev team fixes
• Minimize downtime by keeping the dev team focused on the most important issues
• Test games for compatibility on varied platforms and hardware configurations
• Assess gameplay mechanics, controls, and balance; provide qualitative feedback
• Conduct performance testing for frame rate, memory leaks, and other systemic issues
• Contribute to and test for adherence to quality standards and company guidelines
• Conduct focused testing on specific features and systems at the request of dev teams

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong passion for and a deep understanding of combat and fighting game genres
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with bug tracking software and testing methodologies
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Adaptability to changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Understanding of gaming platforms and hardware

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in game or technology-related field
• Deep experience testing combat systems
• High level of skill and achievement in character combat and/or fighting games
• Previous experience in quality assurance testing
• Understanding of game development processes
• Knowledge of version control systems
• Certifications in software testing or related fields
• Knowledge of technical requirements for hardware platforms (Sony, Microsoft, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Dependent care accounts
• Free counseling through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K plan with 4% match
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Generous time off
• Wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement