Entry Level – QA Tester I
QUAL.GEN.P1
Execute assigned test cases under guidance.
Execute assigned test cases under guidance.
The story of this role
Who does this work
QA Testers, passionate individuals who want to ensure that every game release is polished and enjoyable for players
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: The gaming industry faces constant pressure to deliver flawless gameplay experiences with tight deadlines.
- The internal problem: QA Testers often feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of bugs and issues to examine, which can lead to stress and frustration.
- Why it matters: Every gamer deserves a seamless experience, and QA Testers believe it's their duty to uphold gaming standards that everyone can enjoy.
The plan
- 1. Identify and understand the game mechanics to set testing objectives.
- 2. Develop a comprehensive test plan covering various gameplay scenarios.
- 3. Execute tests meticulously to document findings including bugs and usability issues.
- 4. Collaborate with developers to communicate defects and suggest enhancements.
- 5. Verify fixes and ensure that the game meets quality standards before launch.
What's at stake
Games released with major bugs, leading to negative reviews and player frustration. QA Testers feeling undervalued and burnt out due to insufficient support or clarity in their role.
Success looks like
Games released with fewer bugs, leading to higher player satisfaction. A reputation as a reliable and thorough QA Tester within the gaming community.
Summary
Execute assigned test cases under guidance.
Level — P1 — Entry-Level Professional
New to role or field; performs basic tasks under supervision
- Scope
- Own tasks within a defined component
- Autonomy
- Close supervision; work reviewed frequently
- Complexity
- Routine problems with known solutions
- Impact
- Own deliverables
- Decision rights
- Few independent decisions; escalates the rest
- Leadership
- None — building the craft
- Typical experience
- 0–2 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities2
- Identify and document bugs with detailed reproduction steps.commonlevel
- Verify basic functionalities and regression fixes.commonlevel
Tasks3
- Execute test casescommonlevel
- Document bugscommonlevel
- Verify fixescommonlevel
Skills4
- Bug identificationcommonlevel
- Documentationcommonlevel
- Basic testing techniquescommonlevel
- Communicationcommonlevel
Knowledge4
- Game testing methodologiescommonlevel
- Bug tracking systemscommonlevel
- Basic game mechanicscommonlevel
- Quality standardscommonlevel
competency4
- Detail-Orientedcommonlevel
- Communicativecommonlevel
- Eager to learncommonlevel
- Perseverancecommonlevel
qualification1
- 0–1 years (often fresh graduates or testers from internships)commonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Assurance I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Quality Assurance 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level Quality Assurance | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior Quality Assurance | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate Quality Assurance | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Entry Level – QA Tester I | common | medium0.50 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
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