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Quality Control Tester

Job Description

Ubisoft Halifax has an opening for a Quality Control Tester. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing the features of our pre-released games and applications, reporting the bugs and problems, and verifying that the fixes produced by the designers, programmers, and artists have corrected the noted issues.

The ideal candidate can self-manage, is proactive and demonstrates a high attention to detail. The position will require a calm, composed individual to be meticulous in their continuous testing of all aspects of gameplay including small sections of the game that will require multiple retests in search of possible bugs. Excellent communication skills are essential to accurately describe identified bugs while excellent deductive and critical thinking skills will be needed to effectively determine the appropriate steps to reproduce them. The successful candidate will be able to effectively prioritize and multi-task ongoing deadlines in order to assist in the production of a high quality mobile game.

Key Responsibilities

• Play through incomplete versions of the mobile game to methodically isolate and report bugs;
• Follow test plans to ensure adequate coverage and visibility is given to each section of the game build;
• Report all discovered bugs in a succinct and concise manner to be easily interpreted by other members of the Production/QC Team!
• Manage the 'bug database' through entering new bugs and closing solved cases.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• A Strong working knowledge and understanding of mobile games;
• Capable working effectively within a reliant team environment;
• A high level of professionalism, accountability and enthusiasm towards learning.

Bonus Skills

• A familiarity with Android and iOS mobile platforms,
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite,

Additional Information

What can we offer you!

• Competitive salary scale
• Additional paid time off over the Holiday Season
• Access to an in-studio gym
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision care
• Flexible work hours, for life/work balance
• International and diverse team
• A New Modern Studio!

Studio Description

We are located in the Heart of the City overlooking the beautiful waterfront, in the historic and Iconic Keith's Brewery. Come summer we work a little more each day so we can take Friday afternoon's off, allowing us to soak up the sun as we stroll the boardwalk and have a drink at one of the many cafes lining the iconic Halifax Harbour! We strive to make sure our employees have a good Work/Life balance, and are able to enjoy everything this province has to offer.

To Apply

Please apply through the Ubisoft website https://www.ubisoft.com/en-US/careers/search.aspx

• Cover letter
• Current CV/ Resume

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the volume of inquires, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Company Description

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent has brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs ,Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us Create the Unknown.