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Position Summary
We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a Software Quality Assurance Engineer to join our Content Quality Assurance team in the heart of Manchester. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about quality, detail‑oriented, and eager to contribute to the delivery of exceptional gaming experiences.
Working closely with developers and guided by experienced Senior Engineers, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our games meet the highest standards before release. From system‑level testing through to launch readiness, you’ll be hands‑on in validating performance, functionality, and overall player experience.
As part of the Content QA team, you’ll help drive the successful release of games into User Acceptance Testing across both UK and international markets. You’ll also support the submission process to external test houses, ensuring compliance and regulatory standards are met.
This is a fast‑paced, collaborative environment suited to someone who thrives in a busy team, takes pride in their work, and is motivated to deliver high‑quality results.
If you’re driven by excellence and enjoy being part of bringing great games to market, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.
We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and work to our core values…
Dare to be Bold - We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.
Uphold Integrity - We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
Never Settle - We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
Celebrate Perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.
Key Responsibilities
Execute test cases, reporting defects to the developer for a fix to be applied
Perform regression testing when defects are fixed
Reproducing issues reported from the field
Setup and maintenance of test environments
Provide daily updates to Content QA Manager on testing progress
Participate in exploratory game play sessions, identify test scenarios, and write new test cases when required
Ensure software releases conform to defined game standards and regulatory requirements
Previous experience working in a similar QA role
Strong interpersonal skills
Familiar using bug tracking tools (Mantis/Jira)
Experience using QA Management tools (Qtest/Test Rail)
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Qualifications
ISTQB certified would be an advantage.
Previous experience working within the games industry is desirable but not essential
What can we offer you?
Annual performance bonus
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
1 day paid leave to work on charitable projects
1 day paid for personal celebration e.g. birthdays
Half Day for Health (encouraging you to take time away for you & your wellbeing)
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
A reward platform offering a cycle to work scheme and shopping and lifestyle discounts/cashback
Remote GP Access
Private Medical Insurance
Elective Benefits: Tastecard/ Travel/Dental Insurance/ Give As You Earn
Study Support
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future we will not be able to progress with your application.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
