Mid-Senior Qa Analyst (Console-Focused) (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Mid-Senior QA Analyst (GameDev): Maintaining high-quality standards across game projects with an accent on console certification experience, TRC/XR requirements, and platform-specific compliance testing. Focus on structured test plans, clear bug reporting, and proactive risk communication within a lean studio environment.

Location: Hybrid – Loveland, Colorado (preferred 4 days/week onsite).

Salary: $65,000 – $95,000 Annually, depending on console/cert experience

Company

Studio Sirens is a development team focused on prototyping innovative gameplay systems, crafting bold new IP, and co-development projects within Snail Games portfolio.

What you will do

• Execute hands-on testing across PC and console builds.
• Lead preparation for console certification submissions and platform-specific compliance testing.
• Develop and maintain structured test plans, regression suites, and release checklists.
• Establish clear bug severity and prioritization standards.
• Proactively improve QA processes in collaboration with studio leadership.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional QA experience in game development.
• Experience supporting at least one console certification submission (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, or similar)
• Strong understanding of console TRC/XR requirements and compliance testing practices.
• Demonstrated experience building structured regression plans and test documentation.
• Proven ability to write clear, reproducible bug reports in a shared tracking system.

Nice to have

• Experience shipping Unreal Engine titles.
• Familiarity with Ark or survival/sandbox-oriented gameplay.
• Experience supporting live service updates and patch submissions.

Culture & Benefits

• True focus on work/life balance
• Paid company holidays, vacation, and separate sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and Life/LTD
• 401k with company match