Senior Game Tester
Hybrid in Argentina: Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina: Cordoba Province, Cordoba
Game Testing
& 9 others
Argentina: Ciudad Autonoma de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
We are thrilled to invite an experienced and talented Senior Game Tester to join our playtesting team.
In this position, you will manage key testing workflows, ensure a premium gaming experience, and play a vital role in fostering a fair and competitive gaming environment across multiple platforms. Additionally, you will support the growth of junior and mid-level testers while championing advancements in testing practices and methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead playtesting initiatives for various game titles, including both exploratory and test-case-based approaches
- Oversee the configuration and setup of consoles and mobile devices for heightened efficiency during playtesting
- Optimize and utilize advanced tools and systems to enhance daily productivity
- Identify, document, and spearhead resolutions for complex defects and issues across gaming subsystems
- Create and manage thorough playtesting documentation and detailed questionnaires
- Mentor junior and mid-level testers by offering troubleshooting guidance and support to ensure task completion
- Take responsibility for testing outcomes and deliverables within subsystems or key game features
- Escalate critical issues, such as test blockers, to management or the designated lead
- Collaborate directly with developers, designers, and stakeholders to refine quality assurance methods
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in software testing
- 2+ years of experience in game testing
- Extensive experience as an active gamer across genres, platforms, and competitive formats
- Capacity to work onsite during scheduled hours beginning at 9-9:30 AM (UTC-04)
- Availability for planned quarterly weekend overtime shifts
- Proficiency in creating detailed test reports, plans, bugs, and results for intricate systems
- Expertise in the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of builds on both mobile devices and consoles
- Competency in diagnosing and solving hardware and software configuration challenges
- Background in training and mentoring team members
- Advanced knowledge of PC, Windows systems, and console architectures
- Capability to work independently while offering leadership within testing scenarios
- Accountability for both deliverables and overall results
- Professionalism and discretion when managing confidential or sensitive information
- English proficiency at a B2 level or higher
Nice to have
- Showcase of prior experience managing and coordinating a testing team of 5-10 individuals for large-scale projects
- Background in assuming full testing responsibility for systems or subsystems in significant projects
- Qualifications in Quality Assurance and Testing, such as advanced ISTQB certifications
- Deep understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and quality control best practices
- Familiarity with improving and refining established software quality processes through innovative contributions
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn