Sr Engineer I - Manual Tester

We are looking for an experienced Software Test Engineer who is passionate about testing and delivering high-impact casino games to our global customers. You will be part of a Studio with a talented team of Artists, Game Designers, Game Developers, and Test engineers. HRG Studio puts a strong emphasis on quality, individual ownership, and values engineers who take pride in developing games.

What you will do:

• Work with SIT Manager and SIT Team Leads in preparing Test plans and executing test plans.
• Design and execute test cases based on the scope of the project, and/or as requested by Test Team Leads.
• Work closely with the Game Development team, which includes Game Designers, Artists, and Software Development Engineers, to resolve issues found during the execution of SIT test cycles.
• Troubleshoot and debug the code to find the root cause of the issues and provide detailed information to the development team.
• Learn quickly and adapt to the environment as required by the Test team’s demands.
• Modify game code to trigger features as required by testing objectives to achieve the desired test coverage.
• Prepare and modify game code so that the game runs in an automated fashion for extended periods of time
• Generate game builds on production media with platform and core code for debug and production environments, and configure the EGMs without supervision.
• Modify game code to collect memory metrics, core dumps, etc., using the tools and frameworks provided by Platform and/or Game Development teams.
• Follow guidelines set by SIT management to plan and execute tests to support the business.
• Suggest ideas to improve the overall testing process in terms of tools, processes, test cases, etc.
• Mentor new or junior-level test engineers with the processes, game setups, and understanding of overall testing objectives set for the SIT team.
• Communicate effectively with Development and QA teams throughout the testing phase of the assigned game(s) and take ownership of the game’s testing aspects until the game is thoroughly tested and submitted.
• Automate and maintain the test cases using the standards recommended by the test Management team
• Identify opportunities for software automation, including test cases
• Leading and driving testing efforts of different slot games for different cabinets and markets
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or its equivalent.
• Requires a minimum of 1-4 years of experience in software test engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing testing activities for gaming products.
• Demonstrated experience in debugging and troubleshooting C and C++ code using tools such as GDB and DDD.
• Demonstrated experience in using Source control systems, particularly Subversion, in both Linux and Windows environment.
• Experience with C/C++ programming is desired.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux is desired.
• Experience with Agile methodologies is desired.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to work independently and be team-oriented.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
• Robust benefits package
• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player
• Talent Unleashed
• Collective Brilliance
• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Additional Information

Depending on the nature of your role, you may be required to register with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.