Simplified Chinese Games Tester

Universally Speaking; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gaming industry is seeking a Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA) Expert to ensure games are linguistically accurate and culturally appropriate. The role involves testing games, reporting bugs, and collaborating with developers. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, passionate about gaming, and proficient in Simplified Chinese and English. Join a dynamic team and contribute to delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

Benefits

Training and development programs

Wellbeing and support services

Health checks and counseling

Perks, discounts, and social events

Qualifications

• Expert in Simplified Chinese and proficient in English.
• Keen eye for detail and focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Play and test games, identifying linguistic bugs.
• Check in-game text for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Collaborate with developers to gather testing requirements.

Skills

Simplified Chinese

English

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Higher degree in linguistics

Tools

MS Office

Database Handling

LQA Tools

CAT Tools

Job description

Our Vision

A world-class partner to the games industry, trusted to deliver the highest quality services with passion, expertise, and agility.

Our Purpose

To serve our partners by enhancing the experience of gamers across the world through our passionate and expert team.

Our Values

• Quality
• Passion
• Agility
• Customer Intimacy
• Teamwork

Join Us

Universally Speaking (US) is a world-class partner to the games industry—ensuring games are ready for release. Our customers trust us to perfect their Indie or AAA games before they reach gamers.

What will you do?

Play and test games, focusing on identifying linguistic bugs and reporting them using bug databases. Clear communication in English is essential.

What would you do at work?

• Ensure games and applications are linguistic bug-free for optimal user experience.
• Check in-game text for linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
• Follow Universally Speaking's LQA process and standards.
• Use bug databases to report issues and ensure they are fixed correctly.
• Become an LQA Expert across various projects and specializations.
• Create and execute test cases throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with developers to gather testing requirements.
• Identify improvements and create efficiencies in your workflow.
• Work cooperatively with the QA team.

Measures of Performance

• Quality and accuracy of bug reports.
• Timely delivery of tasks.
• Team communication and collaboration.
• Continuous improvement of LQA skills.

Requirements

You are a great fit if you:

• Are an expert in Simplified Chinese.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Passionate about video games.
• Work well under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Are proactive, tenacious, and enthusiastic.
• Have a keen eye for detail and focus on quality.
• Are skilled with computers, MS Office, and database handling.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Useful but not essential:

• Experience in LQA, translation, or proofreading.
• Knowledge of LQA tools and CAT tools like MemoQ.
• Understanding of the video game industry and trends.
• Higher degree in linguistics.

Benefits

• Training and development programs.
• Wellbeing and support services.
• Health checks and counseling.
• Perks, discounts, and social events.