Senior Gameplay QA Analyst

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Senior Gameplay QA Analyst for their Boston studio to work on Cyberpunk 2. The role involves ensuring high gameplay quality by identifying, analyzing, and verifying issues related to mechanics, combat systems, progression, AI, UI, interactions, and overall player experience. The analyst will collaborate with designers and programmers to maintain gameplay consistency, technical integrity, and player engagement throughout development. Responsibilities include leading test strategy planning, collaborating with developers on quality risks, conducting comprehensive testing of core gameplay features, developing test cases, monitoring development impact, providing gameplay feedback, and mentoring junior QA members.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of experience in gameplay QA or similar role
  • Experience creating and executing complex test plans
  • Ability to identify and mitigate quality risks
  • Experience with bug tracking tools like JIRA
  • Deep understanding of game systems (combat, AI, progression, UI/UX)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Basic knowledge of automation tools or scripting
  • Experience in Agile environment
  • Experience testing multiplayer game elements
Perks:
  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental, vision & mental)
  • 20 days of paid holiday per year
  • No dress-code
  • Retirement with employer matching
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Trainings, lectures and courses
  • Company merchandise
  • Welcome pack with goodies

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay QA Analyst to join our Boston studio working on Cyberpunk 2, the next game in the Cyberpunk franchise. In this role, you will focus on ensuring the highest gameplay quality by identifying, analyzing, and verifying issues related to mechanics, combat systems, progression, AI, UI, interactions, and overall player experience. You will collaborate closely with designers, programmers, and the broader QA team to maintain gameplay consistency, technical integrity, and player engagement throughout the game’s development.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning and execution of complex test strategies and test plans for large-scale gameplay systems and features.
  • Collaborate with developers and designers during feature development, providing early input on potential quality risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Analyze and identify gaps in test coverage, proactively improving test effectiveness across gameplay systems.
  • Conduct comprehensive testing of core gameplay features such as combat, AI, player progression, UI/UX, and player feedback systems.
  • Develop and maintain detailed test cases and checklists related to gameplay mechanics, player interactions, system integration, and progression logic.
  • Monitor ongoing game development and assess the impact of changes, offering guidance to QA teams to ensure continued coverage and consistency.
  • Review and refine test documentation created by junior QA team members and specialists to maintain project standards.
  • Provide comprehensive gameplay feedback including mechanics feel, usability, UI behavior, balance, pacing, and overall game flow, ensuring alignment with the game’s design vision.
  • Serve as a bridge between QA and development teams, ensuring that quality goals are clearly communicated and met across departments.
  • Prepare detailed reports and actionable insights on test outcomes, presenting key findings to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Mentor and support junior QA Analysts and Specialists, promoting knowledge sharing and adherence to QA best practices.
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to influence project decision-making and align QA objectives with broader production goals.
     

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience working in a gameplay QA or similar role, with at least 1-2 years in a senior or leadership capacity.
  • Proven experience in creating and executing test plans and strategies for complex gameplay systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate quality risks during all stages of development.
  • Experience documenting test processes and bugs using tools like JIRA, TestRail, or equivalent.
  • Deep understanding of video games and their gameplay systems (combat, AI, progression, player feedback, UI/UX, etc.).
  • Strong ability to analyze gameplay experiences and provide meaningful, constructive feedback to development teams.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Analytical thinker with a systematic and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with various commercial game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
  • Passion for video games and gameplay systems in narrative-driven RPGs.
     

Nice to Haves

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position):

  • Basic knowledge of automation tools or scripting for QA processes.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment
  • Experience in testing multiplayer game elements.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.   

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • Retirement with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

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