Technical Game Analyst

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Technical Game Analyst is responsible for ensuring technical quality and playability of Digital Extremes’ games through detailed testing and feedback to relevant team members. The incumbent will need to take a proactive, problem-solving approach to identify and solve game problems. The incumbent is a passionate game player with interests in many different genres of games. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure technical quality and playability of Digital Extremes’ games through detailed testing and feedback to relevant team members
• Take a proactive, problem-solving/trouble-shooting approach to identifying and solving game problems; not stopping at identifying the problem, but experiment using available information to try to narrow the possibilities and determine a suggested solution
• Document, troubleshoot and isolate issues encountered during testing utilizing internal bug database system and providing accurate and detailed reproduction steps including visuals if possible and/or other required regression information
• Assist with focus testing sessions and provide summary reports
• Assist in development and implementation of comprehensive QA test plans and cases
• Assist in the generation and implementation of procedures for more effective and efficient testing of company products
• Assist with testing of internal development tools
• Contribute to a positive work environment by getting involved with all departments of the team, understanding their roles and interacting with the team on a regular basis to help gain a rounded perspective of the project
• Support and mentor other analysts who are less experienced and require more direction
• Other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Extremely familiar with all aspects of software verification including: functionality, performance, gameplay, Xbox TCRs, Sony TRCs, load, soak and system testing
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability, in addition to honesty, punctuality and strong work ethic
• Avid to hard-core game player with interests in many different genres of games. Must play games on a regular basis and be familiar with the latest games, preferably on a wide variety of platforms to help provide insightful feedback of competitive products
• Working knowledge of most popular console platforms, Windows operating systems and related hardware
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Willingness to work above and beyond the call of duty

 PREFERRED EXTRAS

• Postsecondary in Game Design 
• Experience as a Quality Assurance Tester / Technical Game Analyst in a similar field
• Have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for Warframe

ABOUT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe®, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe®, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, achieving this recognition for the last ten years in a row.

For more information and exciting news related to Digital Extremes, please visit www.digitalextremes.com.

WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Our culture is centered on providing great opportunities to our employees so that everyone feels they are making a meaningful impact. Developing new and existing talent is our long-term focus. We are honored that our work environment has been consistently recognized as one of “Canada’s Top 100 Employers”. We summon you to join our elite team!

The rewards of a career with Digital Extremes include:

• Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities
• Excellent benefits and paid time off
• Matching RRSP or Simple IRA 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Virtual access to Dialogue or Guardian, our mental wellness and healthcare services app
• Professional development and career support
• Work-life balance wellness subsidies
• Be part of “Giving Back” through a multitude of fundraising venues at DE
• Employee events and team building exercises

Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US

Digital Extremes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for the next steps in the hiring process will be contacted.