QA Analyst

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San Diego, CA
69K-101K Annually
Mid level
Gaming • Metaverse
The Role
The QA Analyst will create test plans, conduct testing, assess risks, and ensure the quality of game applications throughout development phases.
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WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

QUALITY ASSURANCEWhat We Do

The Quality Assurance team owns the testing process, risk management, and quality evaluation of all products and functions across Epic. Our team works closely with developers and production to ensure the best possible user experience for our community and customers.

What You'll Do

We are looking for a QA Analyst to create test plans, assess risk, monitor and conduct testing. You will use independent judgment within defined processes in support of the team’s overall strategy toward achieving a high quality bar. In this role, you will interact with peers and share information amongst the team and other departments. Our ideal candidate is proactive, detail oriented, professional, and passionate about games.

In this role, you will

  • Test the functionality and usability of applications throughout various development phases
  • Identify and communicate risks and mitigations
  • Create Test Plans/Strategy for assigned areas
  • Verify fixes are implemented correctly throughout the product cycle
  • Track and analyze data to improve features and processes
  • Utilize established defect reporting formats and tracking systems
  • Work side-by-side with development teams to ensure quality within planned milestones

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of 3 years game testing experience
  • Good understanding of and experience with modern Consoles/PCs and associated software
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
  • Experience with Risk-based testing
  • Ability to follow directions, remain focused and self-prioritize with minimal oversight
  • Ability to learn, comprehend and apply new concepts, techniques and procedures quickly
  • Ability to work independently or in small teams effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for gaming

Nice-to-haves :

  • Working knowledge of: QA methodologies, terminology, and tools; multiple console hardware platforms and configurations; PS/XB/Switch/PC
  • Experience with network testing and client/server interaction
  • Experience working in a LiveOps environment
  • Familiarity with Jira

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

Pay Transparency Information

The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).

California Base Pay Range

$68,786$100,887 USD

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

Top Skills

JIRA
Qa Methodologies
Testing Tools
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The Company
HQ: Cary, NC
5,500 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Founded in 1991, Epic Games is an American company founded by CEO Tim Sweeney. The company is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, and has more than 50 offices worldwide. Today Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates one of the world’s largest games, Fortnite, and Epic has over 600 million accounts with over 5 billion friend connections across Fortnite, Fall Guys, Rocket League, and the Epic Games Store. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is also adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content.

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