QA Analyst

Cast Iron Games Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No crunch

Competitive salary

Healthcare

Employee referral bonus (£2000)

Job summary

Cast Iron Games Limited is seeking a QA tester to join our growing QA team. You will work closely with developers to ensure high-quality games on the latest hardware and deliver a seamless player experience.

The role emphasizes adaptability, learning, and collaboration in a studio that values clarity, balance, and no crunch. You should have a passion for games and be comfortable taking ownership with guidance from seniors.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Willing to learn and grow in QA.
• Passion for video games and gaming industry.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Familiar with Agile processes.
• Experience with bug tracking software (e.g., JIRA).
• Experience with platforms (Steam, PS/Xbox) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with QA and other development teams.
• Identify, analyse and enter bugs into the project database.
• Create and follow test plans covering multiple game areas.
• Communicate project area status throughout the development cycle.
• Support development teams as needs arise.
• Become an expert on the game and features of current project.
• Own features with support from Seniors and Leads.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Gaming passion

Teamwork

Agile

Platform testing

Independent working

Tools

JIRA

Notion

Job description

Who We Are

At Cast Iron Games, we build technically ambitious games in a calm, focused environment, where every team member has a voice. Based in Tileyard North, we collaborate with high quality partners on high-quality projects, guided by clarity, consistency, and mutual respect.

We're a young and growing studio delivering AAA games. Our experienced team has contributed to some of the industry's biggest AAA and independent titles, and we're building a supportive, balanced environment where great work happens without crunch.

The Role

As part of the Cast Iron QA team you will be working closely with the rest of the development team, both internally and externally, to produce the highest quality games on the latest gaming hardware to ensure our players have the best experience.

We’re looking for someone to join our growing team who is highly adaptable and willing to learn. You will have a passion for video games and take an active interest in the development process.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the rest of QA and other development teams

• Identify, analyse and enter bugs into the project database

• Create and follow test plans to cover multiple areas of the game

• Communicating the state of project areas throughout the development cycle to the rest of the team

• Supporting development teams as needs arise

• Becoming an expert on the game and features of your current project

• Confident in taking ownership of features within your project with support from Seniors and Leads

What We’re Looking For

Core Requirements

• Highly adaptable and resilient to change

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• High attention to detail

• Willing to constantly learn

• Passion for video games

• Experience working in a team environment

• Knowledge of JIRA or similar bug tracking software

• Knowledge of Notion or similar documentation software

• Experience working in an Agile development process

• Experience working on at least one platform (Steam, PS5, Xbox etc)

Ways of Working

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently

• Proactive in spotting issues and suggesting solutions

• Communicates clearly and respectfully with peers across disciplines

• Takes feedback well and offers it constructively in return

• Strong problem-solving ability being able to look deeper into causes of issues

• Able to understand task requirements and follow up on uncertainties independently

• Comfortable identifying and filling own gaps in knowledge

Bonus Points

• Technical knowledge of and experience using game engines to develop games (Particularly UE5)

• Experience testing on a variety of platforms; e.g. Steam, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch

• Experience diagnosing crashes using callstacks

• Experience of working with external teams or clients on 3rd party projects

Why Cast Iron Games

• A people-first studio with a clear focus on craft, clarity, and collaboration

• A high-trust team where experience is valued and voices are heard

• A respectful, experienced team with a strong engineering culture

• The opportunity to ship performance-optimised, cross-platform games you're proud of

• Different projects. New challenges. Constant growth

• Creative surroundings at Tileyard North, with a supportive creative community

• Competitive salary, flexible hours and professional development support

• Opportunities to lead with clarity, autonomy, and real impact

• No crunch. No egos. Just good code, good people and good games

What to Expect / Key Benefits

• Start your day any time between 8:00am and 10:00am

• 35 working hours per week with a 1-hour lunch break (with the opportunity to flex down to 30 minutes or up to 2 hours)

• 25 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday

• 1 day leave for your birthday and 1 day leave if you're moving house

• Length of service increases are 1 day per year of service up to maximum of 8 additional days

• Up to 8 days discretionary annual leave during our end of year break

• Potential for annual performance bonus

• Free breakfast options, juice, hot drinks and fruit

• Employee referral bonus (up to £2000!)

• Group Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary payable to nominated beneficiaries through an expression of wishes form.

• Income Protection – covers you up for up to 50% of monthly salary for 2 years (after a 26 week deferred period, i.e. when SSP runs out)

• Critical Illness Cover – lump sum of 1 x annual salary on diagnosis of a critical illness

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• EV & Hybrid Car Scheme

• Tech Purchase Scheme – split the cost of Tech or Home electronics through salary deduction, interest free

• Healthcare Cash plan – claim back the cost of everyday healthcare, dental, physio, chiropractor, opticians, podiatry etc

• Private Medical Insurance with Vitality

• Reward Gateway with cashback and discounts on 900+ retailers

• Employee Assistance Programme including Virtual GP service

• Wellbeing Centre based on Mind, Move, Munch and Money