Sr. QA Analyst (Core Engine)

Summary
We are looking for a short-term Senior QA Analyst to support quality efforts on our next-generation, open-world game. In this role, you will be embedded within a development pod, supporting our Core Engine team to ensure that we deliver the best player experience possible.

Core Responsibilities

• Champion best-in-class quality and the player experience as an embedded tester within your assigned development pod.


• Collaborate with our Engineering team to identify and ideate opportunities for automation of repetitive testing procedures.


• Help to develop data reporting that offers a clear and actionable snapshot of stability and performance.


• Validating developed tools and automation.


• Organize and execute all testing efforts on PC and console within your area of focus.


• Conduct upstream testing within Unreal 5, where needed.


• Build strong working relationships with development partners to ensure clear communication of QA processes and priorities.


• Partner with other QA team members to identify and implement process improvements.


• Provide progress and status updates through clear written and verbal communication.

Core Qualifications

• 4+ years of game QA experience as a Senior QA Analyst or equivalent role.


• At least 1 shipped AAA title in a role directly supporting a Core Engine team.


• Experience working within Unreal Engine (preferably UE5).


• Experience with Unreal Insights or similar profiling tools.


• Proven ability to create and maintain test plans using tools such as TestRail, QMetry, or Zephyr.


• Experience with bug tracking and reporting tools (e.g., Jira).


• Experience providing QA support across multiple platforms.


• Ability to drive QA initiatives from end to end.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Passion for delivering high-quality, well-optimized player experiences.

Plus If

• Experience with open world game development.


• Experience working with scripting languages and automation tools.


• Experience working with tools such as Grafana and InfluxDB for managing collected data.


• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.


• Ability to drive QA initiatives from end to end.


• Experience mentoring junior QA team members.

Description

• This is a short-term, 3-month engagement with the opportunity to extend.


• Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA.


• Office is located near downtown Santa Monica – near metro and freeways.