Senior Game Tester

MERKUR Excellence GmbH
Raaba, Austria
13 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
€55,356.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, German
Job source

Tech stack

JIRA Automation of Tests Bug Tracking Systems Software Bug Management Video Game Development Software Engineering Bug Reporting Testrail

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Game Tester (m/f/d) to take ownership of game testing across multiple platforms and devices. In this role, you’ll ensure quality throughout the development cycle, drive QA processes, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. With your experience, you’ll mentor junior testers, contribute to team development, and support the implementation of automated testing tools. If you bring a strong QA background, excellent bug-reporting skills, and a passion for games especially in the casino sector. We look forward to your application! Your responsibilities

  • As a Senior Game Tester (m/f/d) you take full ownership of hands-on game testing by independently performing test passes across multiple devices and platforms, including documentation, bug reporting, and a variety of test types (exploratory, regression, smoke, etc.)
  • You also take ownership of QA processes, including creating and maintaining test plans, ensuring quality throughout the development cycle, and being responsible for assigned features or titles
  • Moreover, you collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements, track bug fixes, and actively contribute to sprints, reviews, and milestone meetings
  • In addition, you will mentor junior QA team members by providing them with best practices and expertise to support their growth and the development of the entire team.
  • Last but not least, you support test automation efforts by implementing and using automated testing tools or pipelines

Requirements

  • 5+ years of QA experience in games, including senior or lead testing roles on multiple shipped titles
  • Experience in the Casino Game Industry
  • Strong understanding of game development lifecycles and Agile/Scrum workflows
  • Excellent bug writing, communication, documentation, and bug-tracking skills (Jira, TestRail, DevTrack)
  • Experience testing across PC, mobile, and EGM platforms; fluent in English, with German as a plus

Benefits & conditions

  • General conditions: Flexible working time models, hybrid work model, a minimum salary of EUR 55,356 gross/year
  • Advanced training & career: High degree of personal responsibility, diverse development opportunities throughout the entire group of companies
  • Team & Community: Open door attitude, friendly corporate culture, staff events, departmental events
  • Exclusive offers: Local offers and a great office location

About the company

MERKUR Excellence, based in Raaba near Graz, was founded in 2018 as part of the MERKUR GROUP and specializes in game design and development, with a particular focus on casino games.

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