Description
Snowed in Studios is a game development studio based in Ottawa, Canada. As part of Keywords Studios’ engineering service line, we provide programming support to some of the most important and exciting games being made today. You’ll have the chance to make a global impact, working in a studio known for shipping some of the most prestigious household names in gaming.
Employee satisfaction is at the top of our priority list. We understand that you work your best when you’re happy. This is why we were recently recognized as one of the Top 10 Places to Work in Ottawa and one of the Best Places to Work in Canada by gamesindustry.biz
If you can picture yourself taking on many different product development challenges, keep reading, it gets better
• *Some of the cool stuff you’ll be doing**:
Working closely with client studios to bring their games to life
Providing developers with feedback on implemented features
Creating test artifacts (test plans, test cases and test scripts)
Executing or supervising the execution of those test artifacts
Facilitating or performing ad hoc testing of multiple game components and features to identify defects
Building a solid relationship with your game development peers in-house and around the world
• *Supporting your teammates as an integral part of the dev team**: identify problems early in the development cycle, report issues when needed while providing follow-up, and ensuring that QA procedures are following Agile methodologies.
• *What you’ll bring to the table**:
You enjoy being part of a creative, technical and dynamic problem-solving team
2+ years of software test engineering or relevant QA experience
You bring a highly collaborative, supportive and innovative approach to teamwork
You are autonomous and proactive in looking ahead for issues, with superior time management and organizational skills
You are a critical thinker, and a strong communicator with good interpersonal skills while being flexible and adaptable to change
Experienced with defect management systems and game development tools
Strong working knowledge of Excel, source control and document collaboration tools
Excellent problem solving skills
Open-minded and team-oriented
Curious and always learning
Strong organizational and communication skills
• *Bonus Points for experience in the following areas**:
Scripting languages
Programming experience with C++ and C#
Experience working in Unreal, Unity and custom game engines
Superior working knowledge of JIRA, Visual Studio, Excel, Perforce and Confluence
Knowledge of multiple source control systems
Agile Scrum practices, certification is a bonus
ISTQB certification or equivalent
A love for gaming
Shipped games or apps
Experience working directly with external clients
Post-secondary diploma or degree in game development or equivalent experience
What’s in it for you?
The chance to work in triple-A, in a no-crunch modern studio with a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of work
Comprehensive benefits package that covers Dental Care, Health Care (including out of country coverage), Vision Care, Long Term Disability, Physio, Massage etc.
Generous leave policies including 3 weeks paid vacation (plus 1 week over the Holiday Season), unlimited sick leave and 2 paid personal days. We also provide parental leave top-up and an Employee and Family Assistance Plan that offer 24/7 free and confidential help with your physical and mental health.
RRSP Matching and Employee Stock Purchase Programs
A dynamic and supportive team environment with a range of experience and an amazing culture - we have board game nights, movie, nights, arcade tournaments, and more to help blow off steam and hang out together.
The opportunity to build or expand your career the way you want to, in a smaller studio connected to a global studio family
A way-cool hoodie
• *Additional Information**:
• *Office Location**: 250 City Center #500, Ottawa Ontario Canada
• *Primary Working Language**: English
• *Salary Range**: $40,000 to $60,000
Snowed In Studios is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.
