Test Engineer

2 Days ago • All levels

About the job

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Lighthouse Games is seeking a Test Engineer to develop and execute test plans for their upcoming AAA title. Must have experience in QA or testing for game development, knowledge of testing methodologies, and proficiency in bug tracking tools.

Description

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the quality assurance process by developing and executing test plans for our upcoming AAA title. You will work closely with the development team to ensure that all features are thoroughly tested and meet the highest quality standards before release. Your main goal will be to identify bugs and issues early in the development cycle, empowering the team to deliver a polished final product.

Key Duties Include

Collaborate with developers to gather requirements and understand the features being developed
Create, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and automated tests
Identify, document, and track defects using bug tracking tools
Participate in regular testing and debugging tasks to ensure high-quality software delivery
Contribute to quality discussions and provide feedback to improve processes
Stay updated with current testing frameworks and methodologies to contribute effectively to the team
Support a culture of quality assurance throughout the studio

Requirements

Experience in Quality Assurance or testing roles within game development
Familiarity with testing methodologies and best practices
Proficient in bug tracking tools and test case management software
Basic understanding of programming and scripting languages, particularly C++
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team
Passion for games and a keen eye for detail

Desirable

Experience with automated testing tools
Knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 or 5
Experience in a continuous integration environment
Familiarity with performance and load testing

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Discretionary Annual Bonus
Private Medical Insurance
Company Pension Scheme
25 days holiday + Christmas Shutdown

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About The Company

Lighthouse Games

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Lighthouse is a game development company, and our ambition is to create a studio that embodies what it means to be at the bleeding edge of video game development – a studio that enables developers to create the best work of their career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative.

We are a home for ambitious developers who value collaboration and possess a determination to deliver quality. We want talent to flourish in our state-of-the-art studio and welcome experienced developers with a passion for mentoring. Our studio is a great environment for new talent to grow and develop their careers because they will be part of an outstanding studio with a long, bright future, where they can learn from the best.

As a growing AAA development studio, we are actively searching for talent and by joining Lighthouse you will work with some of the leading lights in AAA game development, who will support you in creating the best work of your career in an environment which fosters openness and respect.