What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead QA - Video Game Tester Job at PTW in Charleston position at PTW?
PTW is a premier AAA gaming services company is ready to hire for our new studio in Charleston, South Carolina. We specialize in providing comprehensive quality assurance, playtesting, and localization services to top-tier video game developers and publishers worldwide. Our dedicated team of gaming enthusiasts is committed to delivering the highest standards of quality and excellence in every aspect of our work.
PTW is seeking an experienced and driven Lead Video Game Tester to join our team and lead a rapidly growing workforce of video game testers. As the Lead Video Game Tester, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and integrity of our clients' video game titles across various platforms. This is an in-studio position, and only local candidates in the Charleston, SC area, or willing to relocate within the U.S. will be considered. No visa sponsorship will be provided.
Responsibilities :
- Lead and oversee a team of video game testers at all levels, providing guidance, mentorship, and training to ensure high-quality testing results.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, leads, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and testing strategies tailored to the client's requirements and objectives.
- Conduct thorough testing of video game titles across multiple platforms, including PC, console, and mobile devices, to identify and report defects, glitches, and other issues.
- Coordinate and prioritize testing activities to meet project deadlines and milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality testing results.
- Maintain clear and detailed documentation of testing processes, procedures, and results, including test plans, test matrices, and bug reports.
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders to provide regular updates on testing progress, identify risks and issues, and propose solutions and recommendations.
- Assist in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training of new video game testers as the workforce scales from 50 to 100 employees.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in video game quality assurance, and share knowledge and insights with the team to drive continuous improvement.
- Strong multitasking abilities, with experience in managing multiple priorities and switching between tasks efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines
Requirements
Join us at PTW and be part of a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to delivering world-class gaming experiences. Apply now to unleash your potential and make a significant impact in the exciting world of video game quality assurance!
Who we are
PTW is a global games services company, providing technical and creative services to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, PTW has grown to become a global force in the gaming industry, with over 40 studios in 16 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Our industry-leading services include art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localization, localization QA, audio production, and data collection. The PTW family of brands includes SIDE, 1518 Studios and Ghostpunch Games. For more information, visit
