QA Tester

WHO WE ARE: 
Next Level Games is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Co., Ltd. 
We’ve been passionate about video game development for 20 years now, shipping award-winning games for fans across the world and still going strong. Some of our titles include Super Mario Strikers, Mario Strikers Charged, Punch-Out!!, Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon, Metroid Prime Federation Force, Luigi’s Mansion 3 and most recently Mario Strikers™: Battle League. 
At NLG, we believe that a project finds success when we collaborate. Therefore, we place careful consideration to build an environment where everyone feels welcome and has fun in the process of achieving our shared goals.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 
We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Tester/Analyst to join our game development team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for testing game builds, identifying bugs, and providing insightful feedback to ensure an outstanding gameplay experience. Key responsibilities include: 
 

• Write detailed test plan and cases for game builds 
• Execute detailed test plans and cases for game builds 
• Identify, log, and track bugs using bug tracking software 
• Perform functionality, usability, and regression testing 
• Collaborate with developers to resolve issues and improve game quality 
• Verify bug fixes and perform retesting as needed 
• Provide feedback on user experience and overall gameplay 
• Ensure builds meet internal quality standards during development cycles 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:  

• 1+ years of experience in QA testing, ideally in game development 
• Familiarity with game development cycles and processes 
• Experience with bug tracking tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or Mantis 
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills 
• Knowledge of multiple gaming platforms, particularly console-based testing 
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with teams 

YOU SET YOURSELF ABOVE WITH: 

• Experience with automated testing tools 
• Familiarity with game engines and scripting languages (e.g., Unity, Unreal) 
• Knowledge of performance and load testing 

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:  

• Competitive benefits and annual leave, including discretionary performance bonus program and health coverage 
• Support for mental health, financial well-being, legal assistance and more through our Employee Assistance Program 
• Access to our in-studio gym, and an extensive media library filled with games and books 
• Join a committee – board games, sports, or something else – it’s all here!  
• Discounted shopping for Nintendo products and merchandise at the online employee store 
• A workplace that values inclusivity and encourages continuous growth   
• A chance to be part of Nintendo, creating award winning games that make an impact 

This is a contract position, requiring 5 days per week at our Vancouver studio. 
The hiring range for this position is $20 - $27 CAD per hour, depending on experience annually and is subject to change. The final base salary compensation will be based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience.  

We wish to thank all applicants in advance; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.  
We are currently only considering applicants who already have work eligibility and are residing in or willing to relocate to Metro Vancouver.