Senior QA Analyst

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Cary, NC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Gaming • Metaverse
The Role
Lead feature-level test planning and execution for Fortnite Reload/Arenas. Perform functional, performance, and exploratory testing; manage and triage defects; communicate risks and test gaps to stakeholders; improve QA processes and troubleshoot hardware or system issues to unblock testing.
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WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

QUALITY ASSURANCEWhat We Do

The Quality Assurance team owns the testing process, risk management, and quality evaluation of all products and functions across Epic. Our team works closely with developers and production to ensure the best possible user experience for our community and customers.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for a full-time Senior QA Analyst on Fortnite Reload. The person in this role will work alongside the dev team to provide QA support for incoming game features for Fortnite Reload/Arenas, they will be involved in testing efforts along with assisting in risk assessment and mitigation. They will be required to work within existing processes, while simultaneously finding ways to upgrade and innovate the processes that currently exist. They will be ultimately accountable for end to end Test planning and Execution of assigned features. If you are comfortable in a fast paced environment, and have the desire to grow your skills alongside world class QA talent, then we would love to talk to you.

In this role, you will
  • Responsible for feature level test planning and test execution of individual features, as well as conduct standard functional and qualitative testing types including performance tests, defect exploration and verification, happy path and negative testing
  • Generate analysis of outstanding defect load and recommend new areas of testing and areas to prioritize for fixes
  • Escalates issues to the right owners so major issues are visible and handled promptly
  • Proactively manage incoming defects and work autonomously on highest value tasks, be it test writing or test execution
  • Troubleshooting system and hardware issues in order to unblock testing
  • Able to perform test gap analysis and communicate this information to Stakeholders
  • Communicates with multiple parties to facilitate the flow of information from dev teams to test teams
What we're looking for
  • 3+ years of testing experience in fast-paced environments, with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once
  • 3+ years experience in game or game engine testing required
  • 2+ years experience in Quality Assurance in a game development
  • Solid understanding of test methodologies, including functional, qualitative, and performance against consistently iterative development
  • Strong communication skills and ability to confidently collaborate with product owners and developers on technical topics and features
  • Excellent reporting skills for assembling data in an easily-digestible format
  • Test Planning skills for projecting test coverage needs in advance, while remaining flexible to cover urgent requests
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games​ ​is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of testing experience in fast-paced environments
  • 3+ years experience in game or game engine testing
  • 2+ years experience in Quality Assurance in game development
  • Solid understanding of test methodologies including functional, qualitative, and performance testing
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with product owners and developers
  • Excellent reporting skills for assembling data in an easily-digestible format
  • Test planning skills for projecting test coverage needs and adapting to urgent requests
  • Ability to troubleshoot system and hardware issues to support testing
  • Ability to autonomously manage incoming defects and prioritize high-value testing tasks

Epic Games Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Epic Games and has not been reviewed or approved by Epic Games.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive—often free—and includes medical, dental, vision, and access to therapy sessions. Feedback suggests these offerings are a standout element of the overall package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Stock options and sizable bonuses are highlighted as meaningful parts of total compensation, with some describing pay as unmatched. Feedback suggests equity and incentives materially enhance perceived compensation.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous time off, paid holidays, and sabbaticals are referenced alongside improvements in work-life balance. Feedback suggests paid leave breadth helps offset demanding periods.

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The Company
HQ: Cary, NC
5,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Founded in 1991, Epic Games is an American company founded by CEO Tim Sweeney. The company is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, and has more than 50 offices worldwide. Today Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates one of the world’s largest games, Fortnite, and Epic has over 600 million accounts with over 5 billion friend connections across Fortnite, Fall Guys, Rocket League, and the Epic Games Store. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is also adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content.

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