Senior Technical QA Analyst (Publishing)

Description

The company makes story-driven RPGs. This role sits in the Publishing QA team in Warsaw, which works across several projects at once.

The team has recently supported a Nintendo Switch 2 release, ongoing patches for a flagship RPG, and a modding toolkit.

Stability and quality are central to the role, so you need a solid technical background and a deep grasp of QA methods and tools. You should also enjoy games and have a track record in QA.

Responsibilities

• Own QA for several titles at the same time, from early development through to release.
• Manage external QA partners by setting clear expectations and checking the quality of their work.
• Run thorough technical testing covering automation, rendering, engine stability and performance.
• Find, report and verify technical bugs, such as performance and stability issues.
• Write and update detailed technical test checklists as features change, making sure critical systems are fully covered and that coverage keeps getting deeper.
• Work with development, design and UX teams so the technical experience fits both the creative intent and technical needs.
• Give useful feedback on design and UX to support iteration.
• Keep testing processes, issue logs and results documented and easy for stakeholders to access.
• Represent the company's QA standards and product quality to external studios and partners.
• Test the usability, performance and stability of gameplay features on every target platform.
• Analyse technical data and QA reports to inform decisions and manage risk on technical features.
• Keep performance, stability and feature parity consistent across PC, consoles and other platforms.

Requirements

• At least 5 years working as a Tech QA Analyst or in a similar role.
• Proven experience coordinating external partners, planning their tasks and managing time.
• At least one AAA or AA project completed and delivered.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies and hands-on experience with game engines such as Unreal, Unity and Godot, plus the company's own toolkit.
• Strong knowledge of asset creation pipelines in external software such as 3ds Max, Maya and Blender.
• Proven experience across many platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PC, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 and macOS.
• Ability to design complex test strategies that include integration, stress and performance testing.
• Experience with testing tools and frameworks that make testing faster and more effective.
• Strong analytical skills and systematic thinking aimed at raising quality.
• Experience writing and maintaining technical documentation and test reports.
• Fluent English and enthusiasm for games.
• A technical degree.
• An understanding of artistic aspects of game development.
• Enthusiasm for games and for improving technology.
• Programming experience, especially in C++.

Conditions

Relocation to Warsaw is required.

Mainly on-site at the Warsaw studio, available full time or hybrid.

Pay range: 15,400 to 26,500 PLN gross per month. The final offer depends on experience and qualifications.

Employment contract (umowa o pracę).

Recruitment irregularities can be reported anonymously.

Benefits

• Relocation package covering a flight, a company apartment for the first month, moving your pet and shipping your belongings.
• Relocation help with residence registration, legalisation formalities and tax settlement.
• Polish lessons for you and your spouse or partner.
• Private medical care with dental and unlimited rehabilitation, extendable to your partner and relatives.
• Life insurance and pension plans.
• Annual cancer screening paid by the company.
• Free psychological and psychiatric support and well-being webinars.
• Sports card for many fitness and sports facilities in the city.
• One day of menstrual leave for employees with severe symptoms that stop them working.
• RED Parents Network with childcare support and family events.
• Summer camp for children aged 5 to 12, mostly paid by the company.
• Welcome pack.
• Training, lectures and courses, including internal workshops, external training for everyone, knowledge sharing and e-learning.
• Cafeteria platform offering subscriptions, extra medical packages, shop and cinema vouchers and public transport reimbursement.
• Gifts for new parents and regular merchandise.
• Dog-friendly office and regular social events at the studio.
• Canteen with healthy options.
• International team.
• Campus powered by renewable energy, with solar panels, green spaces, EV and hybrid charging points and eco-activities.
• Bike parking, repair tools and showers.
• On-site gym with a climbing wall, a gym assistant, yoga and boxing classes.
• Casual dress code.