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Second DinnerContract | Senior SDET (MARVEL SNAP)
Second Dinner is an independent game development studio recognized for producing MARVEL SNAP, a title that has received multiple industry awards. Operating as a remote-first organization…
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Second Dinner is an independent game development studio recognized for producing MARVEL SNAP, a title that has received multiple industry awards. Operating as a remote-first organization headquartered in Irvine, California, the studio builds games with a focus on fun and player experience. They are currently seeking a Senior SDET on a contract basis to lead test automation initiatives and perform DevOps duties for MARVEL SNAP. In this role, the contractor…
Job Description
Second Dinner is an independent game development studio recognized for producing MARVEL SNAP, a title that has received multiple industry awards. Operating as a remote-first organization headquartered in Irvine, California, the studio builds games with a focus on fun and player experience. They are currently seeking a Senior SDET on a contract basis to lead test automation initiatives and perform DevOps duties for MARVEL SNAP.
In this role, the contractor will report to the Live Stability team's Lead Engineer and collaborate with artists, engineers, and QA analysts. The professional will design technical solutions, build delivery pipelines, and establish test suites to enhance software quality and development speed. This initial six-month contract carries the potential for extension or evolution into a full-time position depending on mutual fit and business requirements. Candidates must have legal authorization to reside and work within the United States, as visa sponsorship and international employment are not supported.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver frameworks, tests, API hooks, and tools to elevate test effectiveness and development velocity
- Construct and improve continuous integration and delivery pipelines supporting MARVEL SNAP development teams
- Direct the long-term roadmap and development of test automation
- Track metrics, analyze test data for patterns, and report on risk status
- Streamline testing efforts using automation to increase the efficiency of the QA team
- Automate workflows and command lines to better the game building and testing process
Requirements
- Demonstrated capability in designing and owning scalable automated testing frameworks, infrastructure, and execution pipelines
- Proficiency in unit and integration test frameworks using C#/.NET or an alternative object-oriented programming language
- Experience integrating test pipelines into CI/CD workflows such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions
- Knowledge of industry-standard testing practices including unit, functional, integration, end-to-end, acceptance, and performance testing
- Capacity to work independently and guide the enterprise in test automation
- Legal authorization to work and reside in the United States
Qualifications
- Experience with game automation in Unity utilizing Unity Test Runner
- Familiarity with web, mobile, or game automation frameworks like Selenium, Appium, Playwright, or GameDriver
- Background in creating on-device automated test pipelines using physical hardware or platforms such as Kobiton or AWS Device Farm
- Familiarity with test case management tools like qTest or TestRail
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health benefits provided through a third-party contractor organization
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, Second Dinner is a remote-first studio, and team members work fully remote across the United States.
What is the pay rate for this role?
The compensation ranges from $72 to $82 per hour in USD, with individual pay determined by relevant skills, experience, education, training, and business needs.
How long is the contract duration?
The position starts as a six-month contract with a possibility of extension, and may evolve into a full-time position if it is a mutual fit.
Are visa sponsorships available?
No, applicants must be legally authorized to reside and work in the United States, as visa sponsorship and support for employment outside the U.S. are not provided.
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