We are seeking a strong QA candidate for testing multi-media websites and online gaming applications. The ideal candidate should have solid experience testing web-based and windows desktop applications.
Responsibilities will include:
Executing tests, documenting and reporting results
Developing and maintaining software test plans/scripts (focus is on manual testing)
Tracking all internal defects/bugs in JIRA and/or external bug systems.
Collaborating testing efforts with offshore resources as needed, e.g., for regression testing tasks related to a project
Providing effective communication regarding QA status and issues between all project stakeholders
Providing QA approvals for code publishes based on various test inputs
Participating in project team meetings and representing QA interests in requirement, design, and bug review meetings
Testing multiple projects (varying in scope) and applying time management strategies to ensure all QA deadlines are met
Required Qualifications/Skills:
Must have Games/MMO experience (knowledge of practical application of current online virtual worlds/MMOs/MMOGs/MMORPGs, online games development and experience in games testing)
Strong QA skills, including technical/tool skills as well as knowledge of various SDLC approaches and QA procedures/best practices
Have experience with hands-on testing, functionality, UAT, smoke, unit, integration stress, navigation, regression and performance testing using custom scripts and some automated tools.
Experience with and/or solid understanding of PC and Macintosh operating systems, web development tools, web browsers, internet standards, web analytics, Rich Internet Applications, and streaming media
Excellent communication skills -- verbal as well as written
Excellent interpersonal skills -- must take a very mature approach to dealing with diverse teams and individuals
Self-driven and proactive -- with the ability to handle projects and prioritize deliverables with minimal management intervention
Ability to handle multiple testing assignments and effectively manage tight deadlines
Strong teamwork skills -- must have a strong sense of commitment toward the overall goals of the QA group, the project teams, and the organization as a whole
Self motivated to continue to learn and expand technical skills
Take on a proactive approach to assignments and tasks
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
Familiarity with software such as JIRA, Quality Center, Content Management Systems, Request Tracker, SQL, QTP, WinRunner, and LoadRunner a plus
Familiarity with administering and using test management tools such as PHPUnit, Canoo, Apache Jmeter, CLIF, CURL, DOTS a plus
Understanding of Sociology and/or Behavioral Sciences as it relates to virtual worlds and social experiences
Some basic familiarity with Neopets website content preferred
Educational/Experience Requirements:
Computer Science degree, Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Interactive Design or related degree in field of Sociology, Psychology or equivalent experience required
Prior experience of at least 3 years in the QA field required
Sapphire Technologies is an EOE-M/F/V/D and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Randstad Holding nv, a € 17.2 billion global provider of professional employment services and the second largest staffing organization in the world.