German Game QA & Localization Tester

Square Enix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Square Enix requires a QA tester to join the QA team under the supervision of the QA Coordinator. You will test and proofread game content, report linguistic issues, and ensure translations are accurate and not misleading.

You will follow test plans, work to deadlines, and contribute to quality across game-related assets including websites and companion apps. A passion for RPGs and MMO titles is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Excellent native German language skills and good English language skills.
• Strong eye for detail and high accuracy.
• Good written and spoken communication.
• Knowledge of RPGs and console games.
• Able to work methodically and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Game testing and proofreading.
• Identifying and reporting linguistic errors and in-game defects.
• Accuracy: Ensuring all translated content is correct and not misleading.
• Contextual Appropriateness: Verifying that the text is appropriate for the context in which it appears.
• Correct display: Confirming that the text is displayed correctly on screen.
• General tasks in the area of quality assurance (QA).
• Checking anything linked to the game (e.g. website, companion app).

Skills

German language

English language

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Knowledge of RPGs

Knowledge of console games

Work under pressure

Job description

Square Enix requires a QA tester to join the QA team under the supervision of the QA Coordinator. You will test and proofread game content, report linguistic issues, and ensure translations are accurate and not misleading.

You will follow test plans, work to deadlines, and contribute to quality across game-related assets including websites and companion apps. A passion for RPGs and MMO titles is advantageous.