QA Analyst

Dimensional Ink Games (DIG) is a Daybreak Game Company studio located in northwest Austin with a view of rolling hillsides. Our studio is centered around bringing comic adventures to life. You own your destiny in our games, and in your career here. We are a team that believes in passionately working towards our goals. Our core goal is developing DC Universe Online, and we plan to continue making it one of the best superhero video games available. We are building teams as diverse as our ideas, and you are invited to join in the adventure with us as we explore new worlds and characters year-round!

At DIG, we live our values every day; these values guide our culture and shape how we approach each other and our work:

• Innovative Ownership: Be an owner, build owners We know that to succeed means to fail but fail wisely and come back better. Don't do something just because it's always been done that way. Be open to learning from all sources and be willing to teach all. Work smart and pursue your craft with passion.

• Empathy: Walk in their shoes We take the time to see from the perspectives of our team members and our players. We care deeply, behave positively, and communicate candidly. Emotional intelligence allows our team to act with respect and appreciate each another (and ourselves).

• Collaboration: See the best idea, not have the best idea We are better together than by ourselves, so we know that a great idea can come from anywhere. We are committed to hiring the best-fitting team members who amplify our craftsmanship and inspire us all to grow.

• Honesty/Humility: Integrity matters We have the self-reflection to hold ourselves accountable and support those who also hold themselves accountable. Be transparent to build trust and a team that is empowered to be bold and authentic. We trust our team members and their feedback.

Find out more about our studio at www.dimensionalink.com.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for for testing multiple aspects of our video game titles on various platforms ranging from PC, PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One in the QA Department at Austin, TX reporting to the QA Lead, this position will be responsible for: 

•  Create and execute test plans •  Collaborate with other analysts and developers to ensure thorough testing of content •  Verify content across multiple environments and platforms •  Identify and test for edge cases outside of expected functionality •  Advocate for the player experience by giving qualitative feedback •  Prioritize tasks as they are assigned to QA

Leader In Craft •  Modern Techniques: Proficient in QA Methodologies and best practices •  Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication •  Proactive: Raises visibility on high severity issues •  Experience: 1 year of quality assurance •  Bonus: Passion for games and Quality Assurance •  End result: Exhibits essential inner team cooperation to ensure the game is improved and ready for customers.

Culture •  Innovative Ownership: Be an owner, build owners We know that to succeed means to fail but fail wisely and come back better. Don't do something just because it's always been done that way. Be open to learning from all sources and be willing to teach all. Work smart and pursue your craft with passion. •  Empathy: Walk in their shoes We take the time to see from the perspectives of our team members and our players. We care deeply, behave positively, and communicate candidly. Emotional intelligence allows our team to act with respect and appreciate each another (and ourselves). •  Collaboration: See the best idea, not have the best idea We are better together than by ourselves, so we know that a great idea can come from anywhere. We are committed to hiring the best-fitting team members who amplify our craftsmanship and inspire us all to grow. •  Honesty/Humility: Integrity matters We have the self-reflection to hold ourselves accountable and support those who also hold themselves accountable. Be transparent to build trust and a team that is empowered to be bold and authentic. We trust our team members and their feedback.

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Other Criteria

• Years of Experience, Education, and/or Certification...
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
  • Experience with consoles (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox platforms)
  • Education High School Graduate or equivalent
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Available to work any shift
  • Working background in Quality Assurance or 1+ years in the gaming industry
  • Working knowledge of the software development process
  • Knowledge of Daybreak Game Company games preferred
  • Knowledge of Video Games on PC and Consoles preferred

We invite you to get in the game with us and help us make exciting experiences!

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Studios, Rogue Planet Gaming Studio, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com.