Associate QA Tester: Build Verification - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Rockstar Games UK

Rockstar Games UK

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Company Name
Rockstar Games UK
Salary
Competitive
Location
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Country
United Kingdom
Industry sector
QA
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
21/02/202 Experience Level
Junior-Associate
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Remote / Hybrid
No

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium.

You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar North is on the lookout for talented Associate QA Testers who are passionate, enthusiastic, and self-motivated, to join our internal Build Verification QA team.

This is an onsite full-time permanent position based out of Rockstar's unique game development studio in the heart of Edinburgh.

WHAT WE DO

Support development by ensuring the quality and timely release of internal game builds.
Action comprehensive test plans ensuring everything is functioning correctly.
Write prompt and concise bug reports, and provide all relevant supporting information.
Work cohesively with Build and Development teams to ensure all bugs are handled promptly throughout the build lifecycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Testing core game content and systems in a timely manner.
Testing additional tools or functionality as needed to support ongoing game development.
Writing accurate bug reports, triaging serious issues and reporting directly to other departments as necessary.
Handling developing situations and responding promptly to new information, ensuring bug reports stay accurate and correct throughout the build cycle.
Working efficiently and collaboratively to deliver complete test reports as quickly as possible.
Handing work over to, and receiving work from, other global test teams to ensure seamless coverage.
Responding to adhoc or timesensitive test requests alongside regular duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

An interest in and understanding of the technical aspects of video game development.
Good general PC knowledge, including experience with Microsoft Office suite.
Good standard of written English.
Competent gaming ability and a strong understanding of Rockstar titles, both singleplayer and multiplayer.

SKILLS

Ability to work productively, collaboratively, and communicate effectively with people at all levels.
Excellent attention to detail.
The ability to multitask, prioritise, and work within strict time constraints.
The ability to concisely communicate complex and nuanced information both inperson and through written reports.
The ability to express thoughts and opinions openly and constructively.
Knowledge of current generation games consoles and PCs.
Ability to become quickly accustomed to various inhouse software systems.
The ability to remain focused when approaching repetitive tasks.

PLUSES

Previous industry experience not required but helpful.
Familiarity with code editors or IDEs (eg. Visual Studio, VSCode), reading code, interpreting call stacks, etc. is helpful but not required.
Existing experience with database software (Jira, Mantis, Test Track, etc.).
Degree level educated.

HOW TO APPLY

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.