QA Analyst, Jagex
Tech, Old School RuneScape
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Video game studio
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Video game studio
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To make forever games that connect and inspire players all around the world.
Role
Who you are
- Experience testing game engine features, technical systems, or backend modules within a live game environment
- Strong understanding of structured testing methodologies, including test case creation, execution, and risk-based testing approaches
- Comfortable working across PC and mobile platforms, with practical awareness of operating systems, hardware environments, and platform-specific behaviours
- Experience investigating complex defects, reproducing issues, and documenting clear, actionable bug reports
- Ability to create or work with debugging scripts or in-house scripting languages to support advanced technical testing
- Relevant degree or certifications in Software, Programming, QA, or Agile methodologies (e.g. ISTQB) are advantageous
- In-depth knowledge of RuneScape or Old School RuneScape would be beneficial
What the job involves
- As a Technical QA Analyst embedded within the Old School RuneScape Engineering team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the quality, stability, and performance of our game engine and its supporting systems
- Working closely with engineers and designers, you’ll test engine-level changes, investigate complex issues, and provide meaningful feedback that helps deliver impactful updates to millions of players
- This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys both the creative and technical sides of game development
- You’ll go beyond functional testing, learning and applying technical QA skills that improve product quality at a deeper, systemic level while contributing to one of the most iconic MMORPGs in gaming history
- Create and execute structured test plans across game engine features and supporting modules
- Test engine-level changes and investigate complex technical issues, reporting clear, actionable bugs and risks
- Participate in playtests and provide qualitative feedback on game mechanics and content
- Investigate player-reported issues and report findings to support continuous improvement
- Work closely within a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with engineers to validate fixes and clarify requirements
- Develop debugging scripts using our in-house scripting language to support more advanced testing approaches
- Conduct Release Candidate testing for engine updates to ensure stability and readiness for deployment
- Identify and escalate risks that could impact game quality, player experience, or business success
Our take
Founded in 2000, Jagex is the video game studio behind the RuneScape titles. It is one of the largest British video game studios, having ammased 2.4 million active subscribers, one million free-to-play users, and over 300 million lifetime RuneScape accounts.
Jagex specialises in "forever games", in which players can continue to discover new experiences and challenges without ever reaching an end. RuneScape is a perfect example of this approach, still receiving updates over twenty years after its initial release.
On top of the RuneScape franchise, the company's acquisition of Gamepires brought titles such as SCUM under the company's banner, which it is also working to make into a forever game. It also acquired Pipeworks - adding a Games-as-a-Service platform to its broadening portfolio.
In 2024, it was announced that Jagex would be bought by CVC Capital Partners and Haveli Investments. This represents a move that will position it well to pursue creating more new and innovative player experiences in the future.
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Company benefits
- Private Healthcare, including Dental Plan
- £75 Monthly Energy Allowance (paid on top of your salary)
- Generous Pension Contributions
- Free Gym Membership
- Employee Assistance Programme & Onsite Counselling
- Life Insurance X4 your Salary
- Income Protection 75% Salary
- Annual performance bonus & Pay Reviews
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity - from day 1
- 25 days annual leave +Bank holidays (Increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)
- Flexible Working Hours
- Flash Bonuses
Company HQ
Milton, UK
Leadership
Phil Mansell
(CEO)Has worked at Jagex since 2011, beginning as Lead Designer then transitioning through roles to become VP of Studios then CEO. Also former Board Member for Ukie and Lead Designer at Climax and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe.
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