QA Specialist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

QA Specialist (Gamedev): Ensuring the quality of mobile social casino and casual games through rigorous testing of client-server interactions with an accent on game development lifecycle integration. Focus on creating comprehensive test scenarios, performing API validation using SQL, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize release quality.

Location: Hybrid role based in Istanbul or Ankara, Turkey.

Company

A leading developer and publisher of digital mobile and web free-to-play games with a global presence.

What you will do

• Collaborate with engineering, product, art, and data analytics teams to maintain release quality standards.
• Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test scenarios for game features.
• Verify client-server interactions to ensure data consistency and system performance.
• Identify and advocate for process improvements within the development lifecycle.
• Prepare and present regular status reports on product quality metrics and performance.
• Ensure consistency in bug reporting and adherence to production best practices.

Requirements

• 2+ years of QA experience in software or video game development.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in mobile application testing.
• Proficiency in SQL for data verification and validation.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and testing tools like Postman or Hoppscotch.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage time effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with developers, artists, and producers.

Nice to have

• Experience with performance or load testing of mobile games.
• Familiarity with Firebase and GameAnalytics.
• ISTQB Foundation certification.
• Active passion for gaming.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on globally recognized titles in a major international gaming studio.
• Exposure to diverse, cross-functional international teams.
• Environment focused on product quality and continuous improvement.
• Hybrid work setup allowing for flexibility between office collaboration and focus time.