Developing – QA Tester II
QUAL.GEN.P2
Conduct independent testing on various features.
Conduct independent testing on various features.
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
Conduct independent testing on various features.
Level — P2 — Developing Professional
Early-career professional; developing skills, handles routine tasks with some independence
- Scope
- Defined deliverables / small features
- Autonomy
- General supervision; reviewed at milestones
- Complexity
- Some non-routine problems; applies established patterns
- Impact
- Own and immediate-team deliverables
- Decision rights
- Routine technical choices within guidance
- Leadership
- May guide interns
- Typical experience
- 1–3 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities2
- Write and review test cases and checklists.commonlevel
- Communicate defects effectively and suggest possible causes.commonlevel
Tasks3
- Develop test casescommonlevel
- Review checklistscommonlevel
- Communicate defectscommonlevel
Skills4
- Test case developmentcommonlevel
- Defect communicationcommonlevel
- Time managementcommonlevel
- Team collaborationcommonlevel
Knowledge4
- Advanced testing techniquescommonlevel
- Defect analysiscommonlevel
- Feature testingcommonlevel
- Team dynamicscommonlevel
competency3
- Analytical thinkingcommonlevel
- Time-managementcommonlevel
- Teamworkcommonlevel
qualification1
- 1–3 years in QA rolescommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Assurance II | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Quality Assurance 2 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Developing – QA Tester II | common | medium0.50 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
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