Sr. QA Analyst (Core Engine)

Summary
We are looking for a short-term Senior QA Analyst to support quality efforts on our next-generation, open-world game. In this role, you will be embedded within a development pod, supporting our Core Engine team to ensure that we deliver the best player experience possible.

Core Responsibilities

• Champion best-in-class quality and the player experience as an embedded tester within your assigned development pod.
• Collaborate with our Engineering team to identify and ideate opportunities for automation of repetitive testing procedures.
• Help to develop data reporting that offers a clear and actionable snapshot of stability and performance.
• Validating developed tools and automation.
• Organize and execute all testing efforts on PC and console within your area of focus.
• Conduct upstream testing within Unreal 5, where needed.
• 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

• 4+ years of game QA experience as a Senior QA Analyst or equivalent role.
• At least 1 shipped AAA title in a role directly supporting a Core Engine team.
• Experience working within Unreal Engine (preferably UE5).
• Experience with Unreal Insights or similar profiling tools.
• 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).
• Experience providing QA support across multiple platforms.
• Ability to drive QA initiatives from end to end.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for delivering high-quality, well-optimized player experiences.

Plus If

• Experience with open world game development.
• Experience working with scripting languages and automation tools.
• Experience working with tools such as Grafana and InfluxDB for managing collected data.
• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Ability to drive QA initiatives from end to end.
• Experience mentoring junior QA team members.

• This is a short-term, 3-month engagement with the opportunity to extend.
• Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA.
• Office is located near downtown Santa Monica – near metro and freeways.