Software Development Engineer in Test

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Reno, NV, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Gaming
The Role
Develop and execute test plans and scripts for gaming products under senior supervision. Reproduce issues, use required tools/databases, follow software test methodologies, and support SQE functions. Work with Visual Studio, C/C++, Linux/Unix, and Windows desktop applications; automation and gaming or embedded experience are advantageous.
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Gaming:

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

Experience firsthand what it is like to be a creator at Light & Wonder by joining our company as an SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test). With guidance from a qualified SQE, you will develop and execute tests on new and existing products to ensure that they meet the requisite functional, technical, and regulatory compliance and maintain high overall product quality.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Under a Senior Engineer/ Manager supervision; identify test cases, develop and execute test plans and test scripts for new and existing game themes and operating systems

  • Follow requirements and directions provided by Senior Engineer/ Manager

  • Utilize all required databases for SQE functions and testing

  • Introduction and overview of software test methodologies/procedures and overall product development lifecycle

  • Assist in reproduction of issues, when necessary, to assist software development in resolving issues

  • Utilize all required tools/databases for carrying out necessary functions and testing

Qualifications
  • Experience in deriving SQA plans/cases from system requirements

  • Knowledge and experience using Visual Studio

  • Knowledge and experience with C and/or C++

  • Knowledge and experience using Linux/Unix

  • Software Test methodologies and Product Development lifecycle

  • Automation experience a plus

  • Gaming industry experience preferred

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science or equivalent work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Position requires excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members

  • Good time management and organizational skills

  • Detailed oriented and capable of working and completing tasks with minimal supervision

  • Able to work and deliver in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment

  • Real-time embedded systems and/or gaming experience preferred

  • JIRA experiences preferred

  • Experience with Windows desktop applications is required.

  • Agile methodologies preferred

  • Results oriented, risk taking and extensive multi-tasking ability

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Work Conditions

Light & Wonder and its affiliates (collectively, L&W) are engaged in highly regulated gaming businesses. As a result, certain L&W employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, L&W requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with L&W (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to L&W conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. 

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Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.

Skills Required

  • Derive SQA plans and test cases from system requirements
  • Experience using Visual Studio
  • Knowledge and experience with C and/or C++
  • Knowledge and experience using Linux/Unix
  • Familiarity with software test methodologies and product development lifecycle
  • Experience with Windows desktop applications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science or equivalent work experience
  • Experience using databases for testing/SQE functions
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Detail oriented and able to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
  • Automation experience
  • Gaming industry experience
  • Real-time embedded systems experience
  • JIRA experience
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies
  • Results-oriented with multi-tasking ability

Light & Wonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Healthcare Strength Aetna medical options with virtual care, plus programs like fertility support and chronic‑condition management, indicate broad and robust medical coverage. Dental and vision through major carriers add to overall depth.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage Offerings such as fertility support via Progyny, gender‑affirming care through FOLX Health, and menopause care suggest coverage designed for diverse needs. Second‑opinion and specialized support services further widen accessibility.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Resources including a ComPsych EAP with counseling, Care.com membership, and RethinkCare parenting tools bolster everyday wellbeing. A Lifestyle Spending Account and wellness/non‑tobacco premium discounts enhance practical value.

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The Company
HQ: Las Vegas, NV
2,419 Employees

What We Do

Light & Wonder is a leading cross-platform global game company focused on creating new worlds where players can immerse themselves in dynamic casino, online or mobile games. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, with nearly 5,000 employees, the company has locations on six continents.

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