Tools QA Analyst (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Tools QA Analyst (Gamedev): Testing and validating new in-house tools and pipelines for Total War game development with an accent on manual and automated testing, workflow integration, performance, and stability. Focus on designing test plans, diagnosing complex issues, collaborating with Core Tech teams, and improving testing frameworks.

Location: Hybrid at studio in Horsham, West Sussex, UK (typically 3 days a week in studio)

Company

Studio behind enduring Total War games, entertaining millions of players worldwide, part of Sega.

What you will do

• Perform detailed testing of tools covering installation, UI/UX, workflow integration, performance, and stability.
• Design, execute, and maintain test plans for tools and pipelines.
• Conduct sweeps to identify regressions, performance issues, or blockers.
• Collaborate with developers on automation opportunities and integrate checks into QA processes.
• Diagnose and triage issues, provide actionable bug reports, and support root-cause analysis.
• Work with Engine, Tech Art, Tools, and QA teams to understand workflows and act as point of contact for testing queries.
• Contribute to improving testing frameworks, documentation, and methodologies.

Requirements

• 3+ years in QA, preferably in game development or full software lifecycle experience
• Technical QA experience in video games or related software testing
• Ability to self-manage, generate tasks, prioritize, and use methodical approach
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Passion for video games

Nice to have

• Experience with Total War titles
• JIRA or TestRail usage
• Agile environment
• Multi-platform testing
• Test automation

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work (3 days in studio typical, discussed in interviews)
• Work from Anywhere temporarily each year (restrictions like visas apply)
• Enhanced holidays, maternity/paternity, flexible core hours, no-notice holidays
• Bespoke relocation package
• Private medical/dental insurance, life/permanent health insurance, screenings
• Free games, work parties, tech discounts, wellbeing support, counselling