Junior Game QA Specialist

Star Stable Entertainment AB; Stockholms kommun; Hybrid; SEK 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days (+ 3 additional squeeze days)

A pension and insurance plan

Health allowance at 5,000 SEK per year

Hybrid working model

Fitness discount at SATS gym

Dog-friendly office

Job summary

Star Stable Entertainment AB in Stockholms län is seeking a Junior Game QA Specialist to conduct functional testing across platforms and report bugs. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for gaming, proficiency with Windows OS, and analytical skills. Responsibilities include creating and executing test cases, collaborating with other developers, and maintaining game quality. The position offers a hybrid working model and various perks like 30 vacation days and health allowance.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for gaming with understanding of its mechanics is essential.
• Proficiency in using computers, especially Windows OS.
• Fluency in English is critical due to collaborative nature.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional testing across all supported platforms.
• Identify and create detailed bug reports.
• Create, write, and execute test cases for each game feature.
• Collaborate with Game QA Specialists and developers on testing.
• Monitor player feedback and verify reported issues.

Skills

Passion and Proficiency for Gaming

Computer Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degrees related to Game Development

Job description

About Star Stable Entertainment

Once upon a time in 2011, the founders of Star Stable Entertainment had a vision. They wanted to create a game that could make a difference. Although half of gamers are girls and women, they were under‑represented in the gaming industry, both as characters and creators. We dreamed of an epic online world where tween and teen girls could share an amazing experience. And we wanted to challenge how things were done in a male‑dominated industry. Fast forward to today, and our dream has come true tenfold - Star Stable Online stands as one of the most popular MMORPGs globally! At our HQ on Södermalm, our 150 employees are thrilled to continue to welcome players to the island of Jorvik, with its breathtaking scenery, beautiful horses, and magical quests. It’s wonderful to see that our dream resonates with so many players around the world, and we can’t wait to share more stories and experiences with them!

The position

As a Junior Game QA Specialist, you'll contribute significantly by providing comprehensive testing across various platforms and executing test cases on upcoming game releases, ensuring they are stable enough to thrill our players worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Functional Testing Across Platforms: Your primary responsibility will be conducting functional testing across all supported platforms ensuring a consistent experience.
• Bug Reporting & Verification: You'll be at the forefront, identifying and creating detailed bug reports, verifying bug fixes, and playing an essential role in maintaining game quality.
• Test Case Creation & Execution: Create, write, and execute test cases for each game feature so as to uncover any potential bugs or issues pre‑release.
• Collaborative Test Planning & Problem Solving: Work closely with our team of Game QA Specialists along with other developers on everything from test scoping to evaluating design solutions.
• Functional Testing: Your primary task will be conducting comprehensive functional testing by deep‑diving into upcoming game content.
• Active Involvement in Weekly Update Validation: Participating and contributing to the entire cycle of Wednesday Updates, from validating pre‑production release candidates to ensuring successful production releases.
• Live Bugs Project Maintenance: Closely monitoring player feedback and issues reported post‑release. You will be expected to verify the validity of these reports, make the call on when to request hotfixes for critical issues, and assist our customer support team in understanding and resolving gameplay‑related queries.
• Collaborative Problem-Solving and Test Planning: Collaborating cross-functionally to plan tests, design solutions, and troubleshoot issues. Your insights will contribute to creating effective testing strategies that enhance the overall quality of our game.

We think you have

• Passion and Proficiency for Gaming: A genuine love for gaming alongside an understanding of its mechanics is essential. We expect you to be robustly familiar with playing games on PC platforms. Hands‑on experience within live service games alongside familiarity with industry standards is an advantage.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in the use of computers (especially Windows OS) is a significant requirement. This encompasses comfortably navigating various software programs as well as an understanding of basic troubleshooting processes.
• Analytical Skills: Apply keen observational skills coupled with analytical thinking when identifying potential issues.
• Communication Skills: Fluency in English is critical due to the collaborative nature of this position. Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Prior Experience: Prior experience within Quality Assurance may be considered an advantage but is not required.
• Educational Requirement: High school diploma or equivalent as a baseline. Degrees related to Game Development may be considered an advantage.

Perks for joining us?

• A pretty sweet mission. We are developing the world’s best horse‑riding game for girls and we take that vision very seriously. We strive to hit that mark every single day.
• 30 vacation days (+ 3 additional squeeze days).
• A pension and insurance plan that mimics ITP1 and a parental pay top‑up @90%.
• Health allowance at 5 000 SEK per year.
• Hybrid working model - combine WFH and being together with the team at our new office located right amidst Södermalm GameDev cluster (Magnus Ladulåsgatan 65).
• Fitness discount of 18% at SATS gym plus company workout classes.
• A dog‑friendly office! Bring your furry friend to work!

Are you ready to be a chapter on this magical journey? Apply now! We can’t wait to hear your story!