QA Engineer

Please note that this is a hybrid position with a mixture of in-office (required) and home-based working (optional). While we welcome all applications, this role does not offer relocation assistance. We encourage applications from candidates who are local to New York State or are able to relocate independently. Part of the Rocket Science Group, Atomic Theory comprises a multinational team of seasoned AAA veterans with roots extending from Blizzard, PUBG, Epic, and Unity. We have a track record of delivering player‑centric, AAA‑quality experiences, and we’re unwavering in our commitment to performance, accessibility, and the meticulous attention to the engineering tools and frameworks that underpin exceptional gameplay. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a talented mid‑senior Quality Assurance Engineer to join our diverse team of engineers, producers, designers and tech artists. You will be a key contributor working across multiple projects ensuring quality both internally and for our clients. As a co‑dev company our work constantly varies and your duties will range from functional QA through to compliance. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Functional Quality Assurance: Use a mix of manual, exploratory and automated testing where it makes sense Compliance Quality Assurance: Ensuring certification compliance across a range of platforms Localisation Quality Assurance: Working with trusted partners to manage external localisation QA Planning: As part of the development team, you’ll be creating comprehensive test plans and cases to ensure our software is of the highest quality and meets client expectations Collaboration: Work closely with game developers, designers, and programmers to meet deadlines and improve the overall quality of the game Quality Feedback: across all aspects of development including gameplay, user experience, accessibility, graphics and process Regular Reporting: Own QA reporting both to internal stakeholders and external clients Evaluation: Evaluating new titles and clients to help create realistic proposals WHAT WE VALUE: Attention To Detail: A keen eye for detail, defects and risk QA Experience: Strong understanding of QA methodology, Agile processes & types of testing Quality First Mentality: Championing quality not just in‑game but across everything we do as a studio Software Proficiency: Experience with industry standard test tools and frameworks Console Experience: Experience with compliance and certification for current‑generation consoles (e.g., Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation5, Switch2) Team Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams. Able to frame discussions between engineers, producers, designers, artists and project leads Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges Passion for Gaming: A genuine passion for video games and a desire to contribute to creating engaging and enjoyable experiences for players Interest in Learning: Eagerness to learn about other technologies and practices to stay current and versatile WHAT YOU MAY ALSO HAVE: Mobile Experience: Functional and compliance testing for mobile platforms is a plus Mentorship Skills: Previous experience coaching, teaching or mentoring less experienced engineers to learn new technical skills Communication Skills: Previous experience working with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback, provide support, and problem solve WHAT WE CAN OFFER: Hybrid Working Arrangement: As a member of our team, you’ll have the flexibility to work at home and collaborate with your fellow engineers in person! Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: Your health and wellbeing is important to us, so we offer a variety of benefits including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Annual Leave, Plus 9 Paid Holidays and Winter Break Office Closure Annual Research Credit: We always encourage personal growth, so we provide all of our team members with an annual credit to further enhance your skills! Professional Development: We offer biannual reviews, as well as opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, internal tech talks, and the chance to learn from specialists with backgrounds from across the games and software development industries. Work‑Life Balance: We really believe that home life comes first and we promote a flexible working environment. And as an added bonus: We don’t crunch! Family Friendly: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer 6 weeks full of Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave to support you during this exciting time! Office Perks: In addition to everything above, we also provide: Weekly Team Lunches (plus Snacks!) Fully Equipped Team Lounge, Including our Favorite Consoles and Games And, most importantly, a supportive and creative working environment made up of talented and friendly people, as well as the opportunity to work on some pretty cool games and projects – if we do say so ourselves! #J-18808-Ljbffr