SEGA FM QA Associate Functionality Tester

SEGA Sofia’s team is looking for bright and motivated people to join us as Functionality Testers or US English first-language, mother tongue speakers to join us as Localization QA Testers. These positions are an excellent opportunity for people wanting to start a career in an industry that is fast-paced, dynamic and above all fun!

Getting the chance to work on different titles before launch, you’ll be responsible for testing the game to ensure it plays as the developers intended it to and that it is free from any bugs and is well balanced, along with testing the text strings in-game and voice over to ensure localization Japanese to English has been properly implemented – grammar, spelling, pronunciation, etc.

Temporary contract, 40 hours per week.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa assistance and all applicants must have full eligibility to work in Bulgaria to be considered for this opportunity.

We employ a hybrid working model with at least 3 days in office, predefined according to the project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute assigned test plans and test cases thoroughly and consistently across various game builds and platforms.
• Perform exploratory testing throughout development to uncover functional and usability issues.
• Identify, track, and prioritize bugs based on severity, impact, and risk to the product.
• Create clear, accurate, and complete bug reports in English, including proper naming conventions, detailed reproduction -steps, and supporting evidence (screenshots/video).
• Maintain organized testing documentation and keep test cases or checklists updated as features evolve.
• Communicate issues promptly and professionally with QA teammates, developers, designers, and producers.
• Participate in group testing sessions, including multiplayer tests and coordinated feature sweeps.
• Provide constructive feedback on gameplay, controls, balance, and overall user experience.
• Follow instructions, test procedures, and project workflows reliably and within required deadlines.
• Support senior QA staff and project leads by performing additional tasks aligned with the QA role (e.g., smoke tests, regression passes, build verification).
• Offer suggestions that may improve the gameplay experience or enhance QA processes.
• Execute additional requests or assignments made by senior staff or management that fall within the QA remit.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of football, including rules, tactics, team rosters, transfer windows, major leagues, and football history.
• Familiarity with the Football Manager series is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate clearly with international colleagues.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to think critically when evaluating gameplay, features, and potential issues.
• Experience with multiple gaming platforms (PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS) is beneficial.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• High personal work standards and a motivation to meet and exceed expectations.
• Collaborative mindset, with a proactive attitude toward assisting colleagues and maintaining a positive approach under pressure.
• Adaptability and openness to learning, with a willingness to improve personal skills and contribute to process enhancements.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently, staying focused and productive without constant supervision.
• Flexible approach to testing, able to adjust methods as project needs evolve.
• Experience with bug-tracking systems (e.g., Jira) is an advantage.

Studio Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Health and dental care package
• Life insurance
• Additional paid leave
• Full studio closure over the Christmas and New Year period
• Employee assistance programme
• Food vouchers
• Annual studio bonus
• Learning and development trainings, internal masterclasses and global conferences
• Free games and merchandise
• Breakfast and fruits at the office
• Office massages

What's next?

1.Shortlisted candidates will receive an online assignment

2.Successful candidates hold an interview with our Hiring team