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Full-Time

Senior QA Engineering Specialist

Posted on 7/24/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
VR & AR
Consumer Software
Design
Real Estate
Education
Consumer Goods
Entertainment
Gaming

Senior, Expert

Morrisville, NC, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Python
Java
Quality Assurance (QA)
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance
  • 2+ years of experience programming languages such as C++, C#, Python, or Java
  • Ability to confidently collaborate with senior members on technical topics and features
  • Ability to assess scope and requirements and help drive project timeline/milestones/plans
  • Must have a strong background in reporting and tracking for data quality
  • Software or games testing experience in a fast-paced environment
  • Technical understanding of web, mobile, XR, or game technologies, including automation, functional, qualitative, and performance against consistently iterative development
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with product owners, developers, and QA management to define acceptance criteria, identify risks, and plan testing coverage for upcoming features/releases
  • Develop and implement automated test cases and debug issues across clients and hardware to ensure comprehensive impact analysis
  • Create test strategies and plans to cover multiple features in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Address technical gaps and automation initiatives between geographically distributed teams, vendors, and agencies to deliver high-quality products
  • Own feature-level test planning and execution, using a mix of manual and technical testing skills to analyze product quality
  • Generate analysis of outstanding defects, recommend new testing areas, and prioritize fixes
  • Report and track data quality to drive discussions around product quality and development health, support developers before, during, and after deployments, and manage incoming defects autonomously

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

34%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
  • Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
  • The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
  • The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
  • The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
  • Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.

Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical

INACTIVE