Associate QA Engineer, Game Analysis (VALORANT)

TL;DR

Associate QA Engineer (VALORANT): Focusing on validation testing of upcoming gameplay experiences for VALORANT, working directly with developers to plan and evaluate playtests. Focus on providing evidence-based feedback on game changes and managing risk assessments for unreleased content based on playtest data.

Location: Onsite in Los Angeles or Mercer Island, USA

Salary: $32.92 - $46.49 USD per hour + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.

Company

Riot Games is a game development company focused on creating player-first experiences.

What you will do

• Provide evidence-based feedback to show whether upcoming changes accomplish their specific goals.
• Manage risk assessments for unreleased content based on playtest data.
• Support defining objectives and finding conclusions from playtests.
• Manage test plans for future tests and defects uncovered during playtests.
• Complete required tasks under detailed direction.

Requirements

• Must have ranked Radiant in VALORANT in the past two years.
• Experienced in effective VALORANT team communication during ranked play.
• Experienced in competitive VALORANT strategy and team set ups.
• Can fluently speak to VALORANT gameplay (map awareness, crosshair placement, eco management, etc).
• High-level understanding of micro and macro decisions required to optimize VALORANT gameplay.
• English: B2 required.

Nice to have

• Experience working with a team in a professional setting.
• Competitive experience with additional FPS games.
• Ability to assess teammate skill levels and provide appropriate guidance.
• Ability to check player pulse and identify root cause for player enjoyment and frustration.
• 1+ years Software Quality Assurance experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by their open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• 401k with company match.
• Collaborative teams where unique perspectives are empowered.