Automation QA Engineer

Companywe're Gemba
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
£ 26K

Job location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Java
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Creative Cloud
Artificial Intelligence
Automation of Tests
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Middleware
Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE)
Video Game Development
Github
Virtual Reality
Backend
Front End Software Development

Job description

box to try and 'break' the build.Collaboration: Work right next to developers and artists to polish the product.A Clear Communicator: There is no point finding a bug if you can't explain the issue. You'll need to be able to describe problems clearly to developers so they can fix them fast.2. The "Wildcard" (Your Bonus Power)We'd love someone who brings a little something extra to the table. This doesn't need to be professional-level experience-just a hobby or passion you want to develop. This could be:AnimationBasic coding or Unity experienceTechnical artistSound engineerAI image creationGraphic design (Photoshop/Adobe Suite)Video editingOr any other creative/technical skill you've dabbled in! These are just suggestions and not pre-requisites for the role. About YouAmbitious & Curious: You love gaming, VR, AI, and creative tech.A "Do-er": You enjoy solving problems and jumping between different types of tasks.No Ego: You're happy taking direction and helping wherever needed.Passionate, We're working with a leading tech company in the North East who are looking for an Automation QA Engineer to play a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of their cutting-edge platform. They are looking for someone with solid experience with automation and C#...., Role: Senior Software Engineer - Front End Location: London/Newcastle - Hybrid Office & Home Who Are We? mkodo builds world class apps, middleware and digital products in the global lottery, betting, and gaming space. We have an open, supportive, dynamic culture where...

Requirements

& Proactive: Your hobbies and personal projects reflect what you want to get into.Confident Communicator: You receive feedback positively, you communicate clearly and ask the right questions.Sociable: We're a small team and we work in the office full time, so we're looking for someone who wants to be a part of that culture and help keep the office vibes up.We don't require testing experience, or a degree. This is an entry level role for someone passionate about video games, AI, and digital creative work. Passion projects and side hustles absolutely count as relevant experience and that's what we want to see! Attach your portfolio, website, GitHub etc.The LogisticsSalary: Up to £26,300 per annum. Location: Fully onsite in our Newcastle office. Please check your commute at rush hour before applying. Relocations or commutes exceeding 1.5 hours will not be considered.Hours: 8.30am - 5pmStart date: ASAPWe are unfortunately unable to offer relocation packages or visa sponsorship for this role.What you'll getExperience working in a fast-growing industry with the latest tech (VR, AI).A close-knit, supportive team who will teach you loads.A chance to learn new skills and find your path.How to applyApply via LinkedIn with your CV, plus either a link to your work or a cover letter.We look forward to hearing from you! Similar jobs

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About the company

About the CompanyWe're Gemba - a fast-moving enterprise training company on a mission to make boring training a thing of the past. Our Newcastle team is small, collaborative and hands-on. We might be small, but our customers are not - we're working with some of the world's biggest companies, creating immersive training.About the RoleWe're looking for a Junior QA Tester with a creative spark and bags of curiosity to join us for a fixed term maternity contract until January 2027. We need someone who's eager, switched-on, and ready to get up to speed quickly.The MissionYou will be our quality gatekeeper (testing, testing) first and foremost, but you will also get to flex your creative muscles and learn new skills.1. Primary Responsibility (The Core Role)QA Testing: Test our VR platform and experiences to ensure they are bug-free. You'll spend a lot of your day inside a VR headset.Bug Hunting: Log, track, and retest bugs using structured plans.Creative Destruction: Think outside the, About the CompanyWe're Gemba - a fast-moving enterprise training company on a mission to make boring training a thing of the past. Our Newcastle team is small, collaborative and hands-on. We might be small, but our customers are not - we're working with some of the world's...

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