Who is PlaySide Studios?
PlaySide Studios is a dynamic and innovative company that employs individuals across Australia, New Zealand and the UK. As Australia’s largest publicly listed independent video game developer, PlaySide is committed to delivering cutting-edge interactive experiences across mobile, VR, AR, and PC platforms. With a diverse portfolio of more than 60 titles and collaborations with industry giants like Netflix and Activision Blizzard, working at PlaySide is not just a job but an opportunity to be part of an innovating the gaming industry.
Position Overview:
Are you passionate about games and obsessed with quality? We’re on the hunt for a talented DevOps Engineer to join our vibrant game development team! In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring our players have an exceptional, bug-free experience. You’ll collaborate closely with our developers, designers, and fellow QAs, diving deep into our game’s mechanics, systems, and content. If you’re a proactive problem-solver with a knack for automation and a deep understanding of game development pipelines, you’ll thrive here, helping us deliver truly innovative and high-performance titles.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Developing comprehensive test plans for game features and systems, covering functional, performance, and stability aspects.
- Writing and managing automation scripts (using languages like Python, PowerShell, Batch, or Bash) to streamline testing processes for game features, services, and pipelines.
- Collaborating with our build team (familiarity with TeamCity/Kotlin is a plus) to integrate QA processes directly into our continuous integration/delivery pipelines. This includes ensuring our Perforce streams are set up for optimal testing and game server pipelines are robust.
- Identifying needs and creating tools to enhance our testing efficiency and overall quality assurance efforts.
- Investigating bugs, identifying root causes, and providing detailed, actionable reports to development teams, helping to improve game stability and performance.
- Setting up and utilizing tools to track key performance indicators and identify potential bottlenecks or issues in live or development environments.
- Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication around quality goals, risks, and progress.
- Advocating for best practices in testing and development, participating in code reviews, and helping to mentor team members on QA principles.
What You Bring to the Table:
- 4+ years of professional experience in QA or software engineering for games.
- Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine is a must, allowing you to debug, analyze, and test directly within the game.
- Solid working knowledge of Perforce for source control management is essential.
- Proven ability to write and maintain automation scripts using languages like Python, PowerShell, Batch, or Bash.
- A good grasp of general networking and API integration, including the ability to set up and document a new web service for the team.
- Good understanding of how Perforce stream setup, working with build teams (ideally TeamCity/Kotlin), and pipelines for running game servers all contribute to a smooth development and testing process.
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and an analytical approach to complex issues.
- Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Proactive, able to manage your own time effectively, take ownership of technical areas, and adapt to evolving project needs.
- A passion for continuous learning, staying updated with industry trends, and driving improvements in QA processes and tooling.
What We Offer Here at PlaySide:
- Playdays – an additional 5 paid days off per year to do something you love.
- Incredible studios based in gorgeous Port Melbourne, right next to the city and many public transport options.
- Industry-leading Parental Leave benefits.
- Relocation Assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental well-being.
- Mentoring opportunities to help you grow in your role.
- Half-price state-of-the-art Gym access! (right next door) – you can wear your free PlaySide swag!
- Social events including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights (We hire out the cinema!), group activities, and food trucks! Just as some examples!
