About the role
Reporting To
QA Project Lead
Department
Quality Assurance
Location
El Segundo, CA
Work Schedule
This role is based in the El Segundo, CA office and follows an onsite work schedule of five (5) days per week. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs.
Mission
QA Testers are a support function within the Quality Assurance team. Under the supervision of the QA Project Leads and QA Management team, they are responsible for testing and generating bug reports for pre-release video games as well as verifying functionality, data content, performance, 1st Party Compliance, usability/playability, and hardware/software compatibility.
Responsibilities
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment; this role includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Assists in executing the QA project test plan by performing thorough testing on assigned software titles. This can include functionality, balance, stability, performance, interface, art, sound, text, documentation, and other types of testing.
- Identifies and documents defects in a clear and concise manner using the assigned bug tracking database.
- Assists the Production/Development team in tracking down issues and working out the steps to reproduce so that they are easier to locate and fix.
- Completes regression/verification testing as needed.
- Follows instructions and accomplishes tasks as directed by the QA Project Lead or QA Management.
Minimum Requirements
Technical
- Experience and familiarity with multiple gaming platforms and genres.
- Knowledge of most popular console platforms and related peripherals, PC Software/hardware, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Non-Technical
- Excellent written/spoken English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong interest in video games.
- Must possess excellent communication skills.
- Sharp attention to detail.
- Team player.
- Honesty and a strong work ethic.
- Aptitude to learn quickly and effectively.
- Ability to remain focused in a team-oriented environment.
Extra Points
- Experience with Quality Assurance testing of software projects (desired).
- Understanding of the software test cycle process (desired).
About the Company
Activision strives to create iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. The company is a developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment including franchises such as Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Benefits and Rewards
Subject to eligibility requirements, the company offers a comprehensive benefits suite:
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, mental health & wellbeing programs, and fitness programs.
- Financial Benefits: 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, and charitable donation matching.
- Time Off: Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, and parental leave.
- Additional Perks: Free and discounted games, and a variety of voluntary benefit programs including supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, and rental insurance.
- Relocation: If the company requires a move to a different geographic location, employees may be eligible for relocation assistance.
Compensation
The standard base pay range for this role in the U.S. is $13.85 - $25.62 Hourly. This reflects the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. The specific range and offer are based on factors including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive compensation, though it is not guaranteed. New hire compensation is negotiable.