Senior Test Automation Specialist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Test Automation Specialist (Unreal/C++): Designing and maintaining automated tests for gameplay content and modding workflows in Dead by Daylight with an accent on user-generated content (UGC) reliability. Focus on developing comprehensive test suites, optimizing testing strategies for live-service content, and collaborating across technical teams to solve complex moderation cases.

Location: Hybrid in Montreal, QC

Company

hirify.global is a leading game developer known for creating one of the world's largest live multiplayer games, Dead by Daylight.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain automated and manual tests to validate gameplay content and modding workflows.
• Create automated tests for new features and UGC based on requests from programmers and designers to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Continuously update and expand automated test suites to reflect game updates, engine changes, and live-service content.
• Define, document, and optimize testing standards and development processes in collaboration with the Test Automation team.
• Stay current with industry best practices regarding UGC moderation, security, and legal/compliance standards.
• Collaborate with programmers, legal, community, and production teams to address complex moderation cases.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in manual testing, test automation, software development, or technical QA within the video game industry.
• 3+ years of experience specifically in an automation test specialist role.
• Proficiency in C++ or Unreal Blueprints.
• Experience with automation frameworks and debugging systems to improve development efficiency.
• Solid understanding of game development pipelines, continuous integration (CI), and live-service development practices.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse creative environment where all backgrounds are celebrated.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, global live-service multiplayer title.
• Permanent full-time employment.
• Culture focused on fairness, equity, and professional growth.