Who We Are
As trailblazers in VR and multiplatform AAA video game development, ForwardXP thrives on creating immersive multiplayer and delivering the next generation of forward looking games for consoles, PC and VR platforms. Our senior team boasts a legacy of leadership in some of the most iconic game franchises of all time, from Call of Duty to DOOM, QUAKE, and beyond.
Mission
Fun isn't just a byproduct - it's our mission. We know that crafting fun takes dedication, teamwork, and agility. By staying player-focused and agile, we ensure our games are not just entertaining but legendary.
Our Values
- Excellence isn't just a goal, it's our commitment to surpass expectations by consistently reflecting on our performance and continually seeking improvement. We're on a relentless pursuit to constantly push the boundaries of technology to deliver gaming experiences that leave players spellbound.
- Impact is our heartbeat. We understand that every line of code, every financial decision, and every collaboration has the power to make a difference. By creating games that resonate deeply with players, we leave a lasting mark on the gaming landscape and beyond.
- Collaboration isn't just a buzzword - it's our strength. We believe in the power of diverse voices and intentional collaboration, ensuring that every perspective shapes our games into masterpieces.
Who We Are Looking For We are looking for a
QA Tester (contract) to help us build and ship interactive andgame experiences here at Forward. You'll be part of a small and highly collaborative team that solves tough technical challenges in an energetic, startup-like environment. In this role, you will work closely with our talented Metaverse teams including Production, Engineering, Art, and Design.
What The Duration Is This is a 3-month contract position.
What You'll Be Doing - Detect, research and report issues in VR projects through various testing disciplines.
- Executing test plans on pre-release versions of software
- Creating and updating test and setup documentation
- Create regular reports summarizing the QA status of projects
- Assess product functionality against design and quality standards
- Log issues for the development team to review in clear, concise tickets
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure quality and accuracy in the overall game play experience and its functionality
- Utilize experience exploring open worlds to provide feedback that will help improve the title for fans and participants of such game play experiences
What We Like To See - At least 1 year in a testing role using gaming QA methodologies
- Experience testing in VR and console games
- Familiarity testing on modern VR headsets (i.e Meta Quest, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive etc.)
- A strong analytical and problem-solving mindset for troubleshooting problems and finding quick solutions
- Technical oriented with experience in debugging applications
- A very fine attention to detail with a technical mindset
- Demonstrated ability to enhance the user experience
- An understanding of user behavior and needs
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment where priorities can quickly shift or change
- An innate curiosity that oftentimes leads you down a different path
- A strong sense of project ownership
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in both an individual and team environment
- A passion, energy, and excitement to the team and organization
BONUS Points - Previous experience testing VR or MR apps in the gaming industry
- A good understanding of ADB commands
- Experience using Jira
- An understanding of shell scripting languages such as bash
