Video Game Tester

Keywords Studios is the leading provider of creative and technical services to over 950 clients, including major AAA developers and publishers such as Microsoft, Bandai Namco, and PlayStation. With a global network of 75+ studios, we co-develop games and provide comprehensive support across all aspects of game development including Localization, QA, Audio Services, Art Production, Game Development, Marketing services and much more. Our teams bring the visions of industry leaders to life, whether enhancing iconic franchises or building new projects from the ground up.

Do you speak video games? Are you passionate about them and want to make your hobby into work? We are currently looking for Video Game Testers to join our exciting projects. This is your opportunity to start a brand-new career in the games industry!

As a Video Game Tester, you will be searching for bugs by playing pre-release and live op’s video games on all current platforms. Then you will report and regress all bugs found to assist game developers to help them improve the quality of their product before it is released to the public.

Important information: This position is on a 1-year project-based cooperation contract!

The responsibilities of the Video Game Testers will be:

• Testing video games using the Keywords testing process and software to ensure the highest possible quality delivered by our Clients.
• Testing by using the test cases provided by the Test Lead in order to find defects and bugs in the games.
• Entering those defects into the relevant bug databases in a quick, effective, and clear manner by using our terminology and guidelines.
• Performing bug regression when required.
• Helping with troubleshooting hardware and software issues.

You are a perfect candidate if you 18+ and:

• Are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Are able to multi-task, with an agile and flexible attitude towards changes.
• Are accountable and responsible.
• Have an eye for errors/inconsistencies and pay attention to details.
• Are an honest & open communicator.
• Are able to successfully meet deadlines.
• Have the ability to actively listen to instructions and execute instructed tasks.
• Are self-motivated, innovative, and analytical.
• Have at least some basic commands of MS Excel.
• Are based in the Ireland, Dublin area or you are within commuting distance to our studio (not a remote position).
• Have availability for 8h shift between Monday-Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 PM.

Desirable:

• Passion for video games.
• Relevant experience in a similar role in the Video Games or related industry will be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of mobile and PC/Mobile hardware and software.
• Availability to start ASAP.

• Life Assurance: The Company operates a Life Assurance scheme for permanent employees, from the moment they join the company.
• Private Health Insurance subsidy: Keywords will cover up to 50% of the cost of scheme participation on successful completion of probation.
• Pension: The Company offers access to a Personal Retirement Savings Account, through monthly payroll deduction.
• Referral Scheme: This program encourages and compensates Keywords Dublin employees who refer professionals. An employee is eligible to a sum of €100.00 for the referral of a suitable candidate who takes up a position with us.
• Tax Saver: Keywords offers a tax saving option for the use of public transport at significantly reduced prices for all employees in Dublin.
• Bike to work scheme: Keywords takes part in the bike to work scheme, where employees can buy a new bicycle and equipment, tax-free. The employee pays back the purchase of the bicycle through a salary repayment.
• Dell Advantage Program for Keywords Employees: This program allows employees access to exclusive discounts on Dell products for personal use.

Please send us your CV in ENGLISH while applying for the position.

*Only selected Candidates will be contacted.

Good luck and we look forward to meeting you!

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