Quality Analyst II

Requisition Number: 156193

Position Title: Quality Analyst II

External Description:

QA Analyst II

 

Summary

As a QA Analyst, you look at a game as not only a player experience but as complex interactions between Software & Hardware (ex: I/O systems, wireless communications, client/server architecture, external services, and databases).  This requires an analytical approach that seeks to understand system designs, defining and executing an effective test strategy that both ensure functionality and challenges the system.  The quality analyst must use proven analytical techniques (iterative process consisting of characterizations, hypotheses, predictions and experimentation).

 

Responsibilities

• Provide executable and descriptive feedback that can identify project gaps and highlight strengths
• Define potential risks and address concerns related to processes and development and QA teams
• Deal with bugs of concern or blocking
• Collaborate with test teams to ensure adequate coverage of their test domain
• Create test levels for gaming systems
• Offer suggestions for automated solutions for attribute testing
• Foster relationships between design and quality assurance teams to encourage collaboration between the two disciplines
• Participate in various meetings to learn about the progress of the team's tasks
• Draw lessons and share knowledge with the rest of the quality analyst team

 

 

Deliverables

• Quality Bugs – Well isolated, clear and concise bugs
• Test Strategies/Plans and Checklists for areas of ownership that ensure high level of software quality through preventions and early detection
• Status Reporting for their areas of ownership (Risk Analysis, RCA/CAPA, Defect Density, Performance)

 

Recommended Knowledge

• Experience writing and running test scripts using industry test management tools such as DevTest, TestRail, etc.
• Understanding Software Quality Assurance Concepts, Processes, and Troubleshooting Procedures
• Knowledge of the AAA game development cycle
• Knowledge of industry trends and consumer expectations and ability to provide executable and qualitative feedback on the subject
• Ability to identify additional opportunities for tool-assisted testing
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong observation skills, analytical mind and attention to detail
• Proactivity in completing tasks and transferring issues to appropriate people
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills

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Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 69

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EEO Employer Verbiage:

About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.