Manual QA Engineer - Game Development (Device-Based)

Our client, a US-based creator of the entertainment system - the first-in-class immersive-reality innovative console, and the gaming platform, is looking for an experienced Manual QA Engineer to join the team.

Location: Ukraine, Europe 
Type: Remote, full-time
Start date: ASAP
About the product:

A cube-shaped gaming console with 24 screens you twist, tilt, & shake that merges the physical and digital worlds. The entertainment system combines modular hardware, immersive software, and innovative game design to create an entirely new category of interactive entertainment. This innovative product's core appeal lies in its mission to merge the physical and digital worlds, transforming how people play, learn, and interact with technology.

About the Role:

The company develops games and applications for its proprietary cube-based gaming device. Now we are looking for a Manual QA Engineer to ensure that the product and applications are stable, enjoyable, and aligned with design expectations. The role includes hands-on testing on the device, close collaboration with developers and UX/UI designers, and participation in ensuring that each release meets the required standards of quality and user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Test games and applications running on the device (functional, regression, exploratory, and smoke testing)
• Analyze, reproduce, and document defects with clear, reproducible bug reports in the bug tracker
• Create, maintain, and execute test cases, checklists, and concise test reports
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and producers to clarify requirements, expected behavior, and edge cases
• Participate in build verification and pre-release testing, ensuring stability and playability across different firmware versions
• Contribute to improving testing processes and internal QA documentation

Requirements:

• Solid understanding of software testing theory (positive/negative testing, regression, exploratory, etc.)
• Knowledge of test design techniques and bug life cycle management
• 3+ years of QA experience, preferably in game development or embedded systems testing
• Hands-on experience with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira, YouTrack, or similar)
• Basic experience working with logs, builds, and debug tools
• Ability to write clear, structured, and reproducible defect reports
• English level B1 or higher (reading and writing technical documentation)
• Time zone: European time zones preferred (±1h from Cyprus)

The company offers:

• The opportunity to work with a unique, award-winning hardware gaming platform
• A creative and international team focused on innovation and quality
• Flexible remote collaboration within European time zones
• Involvement in cutting-edge device-based game testing where physical and digital gameplay meet