Nimble Giant Entertainment is looking for a full-time QA Tester based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This role operates under a hybrid schedule, requiring 2 days per week onsite at our Buenos Aires office.

The main purpose of this role is to test newly implemented game systems or features in search of bugs and exploits as well as validating fixes done to previously identified issues. The role relies heavily on effective communication with Game Designers and other QAs to benefit the production workflow.

Responsibilities:

  • Design test scenarios based on documentation and project requirements
  • Identify defects, follow test plans, reproduce and check fixes from programmers and designers
  • Keep test plans up to date based on ongoing development
  • Be aware of project schedule, upcoming deadlines and deployment dates
  • Investigate hard-to-find issues to determine steps to reproduce
  • Enter clear and concise tickets into bug tracking database (Jira)
  • Organize and participate in playtests
  • Maintain clear communication between QA and Development areas
  • Assist production with screenshots and video capturing

Requirements:

  • 3+ years experience testing video games, at least 1 on PC or console platforms
  • Experience using issue tracker software such as JIRA or similar
  • Experience creating test plans based on system, game or project design documents
  • Familiarity with QA workflows and issue documentation: repro-steps, case scenarios, severity, event frequency
  • Familiarity with game engines (ideally Unreal Engine)
  • Comfortable installing and testing in multiple environments (dev, prod, live)
  • Ability to give optimization feedback and work with Designers, QA, Artists
  • Strong time management, analytical skills and autonomous learning ability
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum
  • Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English

Bonus:

  • Experience on cross-platform game titles
  • Experience with 3rd person games (3rd person FPS is a strong plus)
  • Experience shipping on multiple platforms (PC, Consoles)
  • Knowledge of Unreal Engine (Blueprints a strong plus)
  • Familiarity with task/process automation (scripting, macros) to streamline workflows
  • Experience with Wwise or similar audio middleware

What we offer:

  • Excellence-driven culture
  • Continuous learning and development
  • Flexible, fun and relaxed environment
  • Inclusion and diversity initiatives

About us: Nimble Giant is a game development studio founded in 2002 in Argentina, with offices in Perú, Chile, Spain and Uruguay. Part of Saber Interactive since 2020 and certified by Great Place to Work®.