Senior QA Analyst

1 day ago

Santa Monica, CA, United States Absurd Ventures Full time
Summary
We are looking for a temporary Senior QA Analystto support quality efforts on our upcoming open-world game. In this role, you will be embedded within a development pod, working closely with designers, artists, and engineers to test mission design, gameplay systems, and open-world content. You will take ownership of test planning and execution, perform upstream testing in Unreal Engine, and provide clear, actionable feedback to the team.

Core Responsibilities
  • Champion quality as an embedded tester within an assigned development pod.
  • Create, maintain, and execute test plans within your area of focus.
  • Organize and execute PC and console testing across relevant content areas.
  • Conduct upstream testing directly within Unreal Editor.
  • Collaborate with game designers to ensure world-class mission design and open-world experiences.
  • 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
  • 3+ years of game QA experience as a Senior QA Analyst or equivalent role.
  • At least one shipped AAA title.
  • Experience with Unreal Engine (preferably UE5).
  • 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).
  • Background supporting Mission Design teams and related content.
  • Experience providing QA support across multiple platforms.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Passion for delivering high-quality player experiences.
Plus If...
  • Experience testing open-world content.
  • Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
  • Proven ability to drive QA initiatives from end to end.
  • Experience mentoring junior QA team members.
Description
  • This is a temporary, 3-month engagement.
  • Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA.
  • Office is located near downtown Santa Monica - near metro and freeways.

The pay range for this position is $25-$30 per hour. Actual compensation is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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