Location: Cambridge, UK - This is a Hybrid role - you will be required to attend the office a minimum of 2 times per week.
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have permanent Right to Work in the UK to be considered.
Are you passionate about games quality and interested in learning how live game content is tested, balanced, and delivered?
As a Junior QA Analyst on RuneScape, you'll work within a game development team testing content, identifying issues, and providing feedback on gameplay, mechanics, and player experience. You'll support the delivery of weekly game updates while developing your understanding of QA processes, testing methodologies, and live game development.
This is an excellent opportunity to build hands-on QA experience within one of the world's longest-running MMORPGs, working closely with developers, designers, and experienced QA professionals.
What you'll be doing:
- Create and execute test cases covering gameplay systems, content, and core game functionality.
- Identify, reproduce, and document bugs, gameplay issues, and quality risks.
- Participate in playtests and provide feedback on game mechanics, balancing, and player experience.
- Investigate player-reported issues and support validation of fixes and updates.
- Work within a multi-disciplinary Scrum team supporting development and testing activities.
- Learn and apply QA processes, testing methodologies, and development workflows within a live game environment.
What we're looking for:
- Understanding of core video game systems and gameplay structures, such as UI, inventory systems, multiplayer features, progression, and balancing.
- Basic knowledge of software or video game development processes and the role of QA within development.
- Familiarity with PC and mobile operating systems and hardware.
- Strong analytical skills and an interest in QA, games development, and learning new testing methodologies and tools.
- Relevant qualifications in Software, QA, or Game Development are beneficial but not essential.
- Knowledge of RuneScape or Old School RuneScape is advantageous.
What we offer:
- Private Healthcare, including Dental Plan.
- Discretionary annual performance bonus.
- Minimum 6% Pension contributions.
- Life Insurance.
- Enhanced family leave policies from day 1.
- Flexible working hours.
- 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays & the option to buy/sell holidays + so much more!
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we recruit, develop, and promote based on merit and ability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know when you're invited to interview.