Senior QA Analyst — Console Game Testing & QA Sprints

Santa Monica Studio

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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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.

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