QA Tester – Product Tester Jobs Remote

Job Type: QA Tester from home
Location: New York work from home
Company: DECA Games

This remote QA Tester role in the video game industry involves conducting manual testing across various platforms, reporting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 1-2 years of video game QA experience, proficiency in Jira, remote work experience, and strong communication skills. A fully functional PC/laptop and Android/iOS devices are required. Nice-to-haves include experience with different game genres, ISTQB certification, and a passion for gaming. The company offers a remote-first culture, flexible hours, and various benefits, including language classes and a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct manual functional testing on PC, web, and mobile platforms (iOS, Android).
• Report defects and quality concerns to stakeholders in real-time, including root cause analysis.
• Create and send test reports and actively engage in issue resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during development and production phases.
• Develop test plans and methodologies.
• Proactively communicate concerns and risks to product teams.
• Maintain documentation of knowledge and processes.
• Assist in backlog and defect grooming.
• Ensure thorough testing of features for global release.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in video game quality control and assurance.
• Experience coordinating QA operations with production teams and other departments.
• Proficiency in Jira.
• Experience in remote working.
• Familiarity with bug tracking software and efficient documentation.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to handle stress, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, motivation, and capacity to learn.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to last-minute changes, and prioritize tasks.
• Fully functional PC/laptop with a stable internet connection (minimum 50Mbps).
• Android and iOS devices for QA testing.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with mobile, MMO, and free-to-play games.
• Competency in MS Office and Google Suite.
• Knowledge of game development processes.
• ISTQB certification.
• Passion for gaming in various genres and platforms.

Benefits:

• Remote-first company culture.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Weekly remote breathing and workout exercises.
• Online language classes.
• Multicultural environment with colleagues from over 31 countries.
• Flat hierarchies with an open-door policy.