Associate Software QA Engineer

Light & Wonder, Inc.; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder, Inc. in Las Vegas seeks an Associate Software Quality Assurance Engineer to develop and execute tests across games and platforms, ensuring functional, technical, and regulatory compliance while maintaining high product quality.

You will interface with Game/OS Development, write and run test cases, document defects, and contribute to process improvements in a dynamic team. On-site 5 days a week; a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Computer Science is required, with 0–1 year of SQA

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of relevant SQA work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong understanding of software test methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Test Light & Wonder products per specifications and project plan.
• Ensure products comply with technical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate products to eliminate deficiencies.
• Coordinate issues with external testing facilities.
• Investigate and reproduce field-reported issues.
• Test hardware and firmware updates from vendors.
• Collaborate with teams to release quality products.
• Create and execute test cases for requirements.
• Suggest process improvements for quality and efficiency.
• Provide periodic project status reports.

Skills

Quality testing

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

MS Excel

Windows & Linux

Scripting languages

Defect management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Test management tools

Defect tracking tools

Job description

Gaming: Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

The Associate Software Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for developing and executing tests on new and existing products to ensure that they meet the requisite functional, technical, and regulatory compliance and maintain high overall product quality. Interface with Game/OS Development and other Product Development staff to resolve issues in a timely manner. Also responsible for having proficient understanding of the software test methodologies and procedures in order to ensure testing efficiency and high level of quality.

Essential Job Functions

• Testing of L&W products as per functional specifications and project plan
• Ensure products comply with all technical standards and regulatory requirements
• Successful evaluation of products to eliminate product deficiencies
• Submission and liaising of issues reported with external testing facilities
• Investigate and reproduce issues reported from field
• Testing hardware and firmware updates from Vendors
• Work closely with other teams to ensure the release of quality products
• Create and execute test cases for new and existing requirements
• Identify and provide feedback on existing processes for the continuous improvement of quality and efficiency systems
• Periodic reporting on project status

Qualifications Training and/or Experience

• 0 - 1 year of relevant SQA work experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in software quality testing and assurance with a very high attention to detail
• Technical troubleshooting/problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient skills in MS Word and Excel
• Working knowledge with Windows OS and Linux environment
• Proficiency in programming languages, scripting, test management tools and defect management tools will be preferred
• Ability to work well in a dynamic environment with a diversity of professional people
• Solid understanding of serial communication protocol

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Work Conditions

• 5 days a week on-site required

The work conditions are representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations Actively co-operate and comply with the company’s WHS Policy and Program to ensure own health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace Ensure compliance with safe work practices Ensure not to put self and others at risk Use and maintain equipment properly and ensure that the work area is free of hazards Report any hazard or accident to the supervisor or manager as soon as it becomes apparent Ability to move boxes weighing up to 50 pounds

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices.