QA Analyst
Company Description
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Job Description
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a motivated and experienced QA Analyst to join our RPG team in the Gameplay area of the The Witcher 4. This role is perfect for someone with a strong background in game quality assurance, a passion for narrative-driven RPGs, and an interest in working closely with multidisciplinary development teams to help shape gameplay from the earliest stages of production.
As an embedded member of the Gameplay team, you'll work alongside designers, programmers, artists and production to ensure gameplay systems meet the highest standards of quality, player experience and consistency. You'll identify quality risks early, help improve testing methodologies, and actively contribute to creating unforgettable gameplay experiences.
Please submit your CV in English. Candidates must demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum C1 level.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with Gameplay designers, engineers, programmers, animators, technical designers, producers, leads/managers, and directors throughout the feature development lifecycle.
- Execute manual testing of gameplay systems, mechanics, features and content while identifying, reproducing and documenting defects.
- Develop and maintain gameplay-focused test cases, checklists and test documentation using risk-based testing methodologies.
- Participate in feature reviews and planning sessions, identifying potential quality risks and proposing mitigation strategies before implementation.
- Verify fixes, perform regression testing and evaluate the impact of gameplay changes across interconnected systems.
- Analyze gameplay quality trends using defect data and test coverage metrics, helping improve overall testing effectiveness.
- Support milestone verification by ensuring gameplay features meet quality expectations before release.
- Maintain clear and organized documentation of testing activities, known issues and gameplay quality standards.
- Work with developers to investigate complex gameplay issues, helping isolate root causes and communicate actionable feedback.
- Continuously suggest improvements to QA workflows, documentation, testing practices and collaboration between QA and development teams.
- Share gameplay knowledge with other QA team members and contribute to establishing consistent testing standards across the project.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in QA within game development, preferably on AAA titles.
- Experience testing gameplay systems, mechanics or player-facing RPG features.
- Strong understanding of gameplay design principles and player experience.
- Experience creating and maintaining structured test cases and test plans.
- Experience working with Jira, Xray or equivalent bug tracking and test management tools.
- Hands-on experience using Unreal Engine editor for gameplay testing and debugging.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate, isolate and clearly communicate complex issues.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- High attention to detail with a structured, risk-based approach to testing.
- English proficiency.
Nice to haves
- Experience testing open-world or systemic gameplay.
- Understanding mechanics of character progression, itemization, crafting, economy & resources, and statuses & resistances.
- Basic knowledge of QA automation or scripting.
- Experience testing on multiple platforms (PC and consoles).
- Passion for story-driven RPGs and an understanding of what makes gameplay satisfying, responsive and immersive.
Additional Information
- In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland.
- Relocation to Poland is required for those residing abroad.
Health & Well-Being
- Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
- Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
- Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company.
- Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives.
- Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.
- Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
- RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
- RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.
Perks & Professional Growth
- A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
- Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
- REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
- Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
Social Activities & Life in the Office
- Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
- Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
- Healthy selections — canteens.
- Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
- Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog.
- A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
- An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
- No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
Estimated pay range for this position: 7 600 - 13 400 PLN gross monthly.
Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications.
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