Software Test Engineer

Aristocrat is a global entertainment and content creation company powered by technology to deliver world-leading casino and mobile games. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines, casino management systems, free-to-play mobile games and online real money games.
Job Description
This role is responsible for developing test plans and designing and driving test cases for slot machine games and related products.
What you’ll do
- Works as a member of the Software Integration and Test (SIT) team that will be involved in testing various games built and developed by D&D Games.
- Collaborates with the SIT Manager and the SIT Team Leads to develop testing strategies and carry out testing procedures.
- Compose and implement test cases based on the scope of the project, and/or as asked by Test Team Leads.
- Works closely with the Game Development team, which includes Game Designers, Artists, and Software Development Engineers, to resolve issues found during execution of SIT test cycles.
- Solves problems and debugs the code to find the root cause of the issues and provide detailed information to the development team.
- Learns quickly and adapts to the environment by the Test team’s demands.
- Adjusts game code to activate features through testing goals to attain the desired test coverage.
- Prepares and adjusts game code to operate automatically for long durations
- Generate game builds on production media with platform and core code for debug and production environments, and configures the EGMs without supervision.
- Modifies game code to acquire memory metrics, core dumps etc. using the tools and frameworks provided by Platform and/or Game Development teams.
- Follows guidelines set by SIT management to plan, implement tests to support business.
- Suggests ideas to improve the overall testing process in terms of tools, methods, test cases etc.
- Communicate efficiently with Development and QA teams throughout the testing phase of the assigned game(s) and takes ownership of the game’s testing aspects until game is thoroughly tested and submitted.
- Maintains the test cases using the standards recommended by Test Management team
- Finds opportunities for software automation, including test cases.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+in software test engineering.
- Experience in planning and execution of testing activities for gaming products.
- Experience in debugging and fixing C and C++ code using tools such as GDB and DDD.
- Experience in using Source control systems particularly Subversion in both Linux and Windows environment.
- Experience with C/C++ programming desired.
- Experience with UNIX/Linux desired.
- Experience with Agile methodologies desired.
- Prior experience in the casino gaming industry is a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Should possess the ability to work autonomously while also being collaborative.
Why Aristocrat?
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.
We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V
- World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
- Robust benefits package
- Global career opportunities
Our Values
- All about the Player
- Talent Unleashed
- Collective Brilliance
- Good Business Good Citizen
Travel Expectations
Up to 25%
Pay Range
$74,039 - $137,501 per year
Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.
Additional Information
This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.
Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.
At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
This role is responsible for developing test plans and designing and driving test cases for slot machine games and related products.
What you’ll do
Works as a member of the Software Integration and Test (SIT) team that will be involved in testing various games built and developed by D&D Games.
Collaborates with the SIT Manager and the SIT Team Leads to develop testing strategies and carry out testing procedures.
Compose and implement test cases based on the scope of the project, and/or as asked by Test Team Leads.
Works closely with the Game Development team, which includes Game Designers, Artists, and Software Development Engineers, to resolve issues found during execution of SIT test cycles.
Solves problems and debugs the code to find the root cause of the issues and provide detailed information to the development team.
Learns quickly and adapts to the environment by the Test team’s demands.
Adjusts game code to activate features through testing goals to attain the desired test coverage.
Prepares and adjusts game code to operate automatically for long durations
Generate game builds on production media with platform and core code for debug and production environments, and configures the EGMs without supervision.
Modifies game code to acquire memory metrics, core dumps etc. using the tools and frameworks provided by Platform and/or Game Development teams.
Follows guidelines set by SIT management to plan, implement tests to support business.
Suggests ideas to improve the overall testing process in terms of tools, methods, test cases etc.
Communicate efficiently with Development and QA teams throughout the testing phase of the assigned game(s) and takes ownership of the game’s testing aspects until game is thoroughly tested and submitted.
Maintains the test cases using the standards recommended by Test Management team
Finds opportunities for software automation, including test cases.
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
3+in software test engineering.
Experience in planning and execution of testing activities for gaming products.
Experience in debugging and fixing C and C++ code using tools such as GDB and DDD.
Experience in using Source control systems particularly Subversion in both Linux and Windows environment.
Experience with C/C++ programming desired.
Experience with UNIX/Linux desired.
Experience with Agile methodologies desired.
Prior experience in the casino gaming industry is a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Should possess the ability to work autonomously while also being collaborative.
Why Aristocrat?
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.
We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V
World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
Robust benefits package
Global career opportunities
Our Values
All about the Player
Talent Unleashed
Collective Brilliance
Good Business Good Citizen
Travel Expectations
Up to 25%Pay Range
$74,039 - $137,501 per yearOur goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.
Additional Information
This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.
Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.
At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.