Development Tester

Snowed in Studios is a game development studio based in Ottawa, Canada. As part of Keywords Studios’ engineering service line, we provide programming support to some of the most important and exciting games being made today. You’ll have the chance to make a global impact, working in a studio known for shipping some of the most prestigious household names in gaming.

Employee satisfaction is at the top of our priority list. We understand that you work your best when you’re happy. This is why we were recently recognized as one of the  Top 10 Places to Work in Ottawa  and one of the  Best Places to Work in Canada  by gamesindustry.biz!

We are currently looking to add an experienced  Development Tester (DevQA) to our already amazing team. If you’re an experienced Quality Assurance tester with a passion for games, then this could be the role you have been waiting for! As a “Snowmie” DevQA you will have the opportunity to apply your skills in the game development industry, whilst working in a creative, supportive environment. You will have a direct impact on the development of top-tier games on console, PC, and mobile platforms.

If you can picture yourself taking on many different product development challenges, keep reading, it gets better!

Some of the cool stuff you’ll be doing:

• Working closely with client studios to bring their games to life
• Providing developers with feedback on implemented features
• Creating test artifacts (test plans, test cases and test scripts)
• Executing or supervising the execution of those test artifacts
• Facilitating or performing several testing techniques on multiple game components and features to identify defects
• Building a solid relationship with your game development peers in-house and around the world
• Supporting your teammates as an integral part of the dev team: identify problems early in the development cycle, report issues when needed while providing follow-up, and ensuring that QA procedures are following Agile methodologies.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• You enjoy being part of a creative, technical and dynamic problem-solving team
• 2+ years of software test engineering or relevant QA experience
• You bring a highly collaborative, supportive and innovative approach to teamwork
• You are autonomous and proactive in looking ahead for issues, with superior time management and organizational skills
• You are a critical thinker, and a strong communicator with good interpersonal skills while being flexible and adaptable to change
• Experienced with defect management systems and game development tools
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, source control and document collaboration tools

Bonus Points for experience in the following areas:

• Scripting languages
• Programming experience with C++ and C#
• Experience working in Unreal, Unity and custom game engines
• Superior working knowledge of JIRA, Visual Studio, Excel, Perforce and Confluence
• Knowledge of multiple source control systems
• Agile Scrum practices, certification is a bonus
• ISTQB certification or equivalent
• A love for gaming
• Shipped games or apps
• Experience working directly with external clients
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in game development or equivalent experience

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work in triple-A, in a no-crunch modern studio with a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of work
• Comprehensive benefits package that covers Dental Care, Health Care (including out of country coverage), Vision Care, Long Term Disability, Physio, Massage etc.
• Generous leave policies include 4 weeks paid vacation (plus 1 week over the Holiday Season), unlimited sick leave and 2 paid personal days. We also provide parental leave top-up and an Employee and Family Assistance Plan that offer 24/7 free and confidential help with your physical and mental health.
• RRSP Matching
• A dynamic and supportive team environment with a range of experience and an amazing culture – we have board game nights, movie nights, arcade tournaments, and more to help blow off steam and hang out together.
• The opportunity to build or expand your career the way you want to, in a smaller studio connected to a global studio family
• A sweet hoodie!

Additional Information:

• Primary Working Language: English
• Salary Range: $45,000-$60,000 depending on experience level

This is an onsite or hybrid position, and candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Ottawa.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Snowed In

Location: Americas, Canada, Ontario

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Hybrid