Advanced QA engineer, Software

Gaming:

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

Light & Wonder is a global leader in game experiences. We create content, hardware and systems that connect iconic titles across any place or channel. By turning games into expansive entertainment, we keep thrilling players with characters and stories they can’t get enough of.

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,000+ member team with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To learn more, visit (www.lnw.com).

We are committed to offering very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspire employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resource, and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally.

Our Values

• Dare to be bold: We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.

• Celebrate perspectives - We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways

• Never settle: We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.

• Uphold integrity: We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.

• Win as a team: We bring out the best in each other to share collective success. 

We have 6000 creators working across in various regions globally. In India, we are a team of 1900 plus creators sharing the passion to excite our players and customers by creating the world's best game experiences. We strive to walk the walk and show that we are inspiring wonder and building magical worlds with endless possibilities. 

Light & Wonder is committed to offer very competitive benefits that are aligned with our values and inspires employees to drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s performance. Employees are the most valued resources and we always look to improve their well-being with a wide range of benefits befitting every individual. Not limited to monetary benefits, we have robust learning and development opportunities that help them to grow professionally. 

Job Title: Advanced Quality Assurance Engineer 

Job Summary: 

As an Advanced Quality Assurance Engineer, should play a critical role in ensuring the quality, stability, and compliance of Light & Wonder’s gaming platforms. Should be responsible for testing, analyzing defects, drive quality initiatives, mentor junior QA engineers and improving processes to enhance the gaming experience. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with industry-leading professionals. Person should have passion for gaming, a keen eye for detail, and experience in software testing. 

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Platform Software Testing 

• Perform functional, regression, performance, integration and stress testing on casino gaming software, platforms, and systems. 

• Identify, document, and track software defects using industry-standard defect management tools (JIRA etc…). 

• Ensure testing aligns with jurisdictional compliance requirements. 

• Validate user experience, consistency, and game mechanics to enhance player satisfaction. 

• Conduct in-depth risk assessments and root cause analysis for high-impact issues. 

2. Compliance & Regulatory Testing 

• Work closely with compliance teams to ensure products meet jurisdictional requirements. 

• Assist in internal compliance verification before external regulatory submission. 

• Support compliance-related test case creation and execution. 

3. Test Planning & Documentation 

• Develop test cases, test scripts, and test plans based on game requirements and functional specifications. 

• Maintain detailed documentation for test execution, defects, and compliance reports. 

• Utilize test management tools to track test execution, results, and defect status. 

4. Test Automation 

• Design, develop, and enhance automation frameworks using industrystandard tools (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Appium, REST Assured, etc.).  

• Build scalable, reusable automation suites for functional and regression testing.  

• Maintain and refactor existing automation scripts to improve efficiency and reliability. 

• Expertise in any scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, or C#). 

5. Collaboration & Cross-functional Communication 

• Work closely with developers, product managers, and QA leads to ensure efficient defect resolution. 

• Participate in scrum meetings, sprint reviews, Bug triages and test planning discussions. 

• Provide clear and concise reporting on testing progress and defect trends. 

• Mentor and train junior team members to enhance skill development and ensure knowledge sharing across the team 

• Support and contribute to the definition and improvement of QA processes to ensure consistency and efficiency. 

• Report project status and escalate risks to project management in a timely and structured manner 

• Independently develop and execute test plans and test strategies aligned with project requirements and timelines. 

Education:   

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/ Electronic & communication. Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. 

Experience: 
7+ years of experience in software testing, preferably in casino gaming, slot machines, or interactive gaming platforms. 

Technical Knowledge & Skills: 

• Proficiency in software quality testing, including functional, regression, and performance testing. 

• Hands-on experience with test management tools such as qTest for organizing, executing, and tracking test cases 

• Proficient in defect tracking and management using JIRA or equivalent tools 

• Basic scripting knowledge preferred for test automation support. 

• Familiarity with API testing. 

• Understanding of gaming protocols (SAS, G2S, QCOM, ASP etc..) is a plus. 

• Experience with Windows and Linux environments. 

• Experience with prompt engineering is a plus 

Soft Skills: 

• Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and address complex software defects. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration. 

• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven enviroinment.

Qualifications