Senior QA Analyst — Console Game Testing & QA Sprints

Santa Monica Studio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a QA/Analyst with 2+ years in testing and a track record shipping at least two global titles on current PlayStation platforms. You will perform developer support tasks, preventive testing, and high-level test coverage, while reporting issues and assisting in project planning and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has strong SDLC knowledge, game-play skills, and a passion for video games, with experience using Maya and JIRA.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Test or Analyst or equivalent position and shipped 2+ titles on PlayStation platforms
• Experience with Maya software and toolsets
• Strong understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies
• Experience with JIRA databases and add-ons
• Passion for video games

Responsibilities

• Perform developer support tasks to aid entry- to mid-level development in your area
• Perform preventive testing support on developer workflows and testbeds
• Conduct high-level scripted and exploratory test coverage
• Report, research, analyze, and support resolution of issues
• Assist in planning, tasking, and execution of all operational testing
• Maintain project databases for assigned titles
• Collaborate across disciplines to drive projects to completion
• Diagnose errors and provide technical support in the development pipeline
• Stay updated on QA industry trends and techniques

Skills

Technical learning agility

SDLC knowledge

Gameplay skills

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

QA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field

Tools

Maya

JIRA

Job description

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a QA/Analyst with 2+ years in testing and a track record shipping at least two global titles on current PlayStation platforms. You will perform developer support tasks, preventive testing, and high-level test coverage, while reporting issues and assisting in project planning and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has strong SDLC knowledge, game-play skills, and a passion for video games, with experience using Maya and JIRA.