Posted 25 days ago
Description
Universally Speaking (US) is a world‑class partner to the games industry. We ensure games are ready for release and provide perfect localization for both indie and AAA titles.
Responsibilities
- Play and test games thoroughly, identifying linguistic bugs and reporting them in the bug database.
- Check in-game text for linguistic accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and adherence to local standards.
- Learn and follow the Universally Speaking LQA process and industry‑standard professional practices.
- Write detailed bug reports, ensuring they are clear, actionable, and traceable.
- Track bugs to closure, verifying fixes and confirming correct implementation.
- Become the LQA expert across projects, providing guidance and best‑practice sharing.
- Create, manage, and execute test cases throughout the project life cycle, documenting testing practices and reporting methods.
- Participate in test requirement gathering with developers to ensure effective LQA coverage.
- Continuously improve processes, propose efficiencies, and own additional improvement activities.
- Cooperate with the QA team to maintain a high‑performance workflow.
Performance Measures
- Quality, velocity, and precision of bug reports.
- On‑time delivery of completion milestones.
- Team collaboration and communication.
- Continuous improvement and mastery of LQA workflows.
Requirements
- Expert proficiency in Italian.
- Proficient written and spoken English.
- Passion for video games.
- Team player able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Proactive, tenacious, and enthusiastic.
- Strong attention to quality and detail.
- Computer literate (MS Office Suite, word processing, database handling).
- Right to work in the UK.
Additional Useful Experience
- Experience in LQA, translation, or proofreading.
- Experience with LQA testing tools (test case management, text editing).
- Knowledge of CAT tools, e.g., MemoQ.
- Understanding of video‑game industry trends.
- Academic background in linguistics (bachelor's or higher) – desirable but not essential.
Benefits
- Training and professional development.
- Management development.
- Well‑being portal with live chat and support.
- Access to counselling and structured therapy.
- Perks and discounts.
- Social events and celebrations.
