Mid-Level Software QA Tester (with Basic Programming experience)

About the Company

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 15+ studios in over a dozen countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.

If you're excited about helping shape incredible stories and immersive experiences, we’d love for you to join our passionate, global community of gamers and creators.

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced mid-level Software QA Tested with a background in basic programming who is committed to excellence and enjoys collaborating with teams to deliver high‑quality, reliable software.

In this role, you’ll design and develop features while applying strong testing practices and applying your dev experience to ensure performance, stability, and scalability across web and mobile platforms. If you enjoy problem‑solving, improving code quality, and collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams, this role is for you!

• Employment Type: Project-Based (6 months initial contract)
• Contract Duration: Subject to contract extension based on project needs and performance
• Work Setup: Onsite - Makati City
• Compensation: Up to PHP 55,000

What You’ll Do

• Perform unit testing within the BFF layer to validate components and service logic.
• Conduct API testing (functional and error scenarios), RESTful APIs, request/response validation, and JSON/XML parsing.
• Adept in Command-line and SQL/backend testing.
• Conduct version control using CI/CD tools such as GIT, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Azure.
• Design comprehensive test strategies for Backend for Frontend, and integrated services.
• Create and execute test cases based on functional and technical specifications.
• Manage defect lifecycle, including bug tracking, prioritization, and ticket operation design in systems like Jira.
• Provide continuous feedback to development teams to enhance test coverage and product stability.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in manual and API testing with a Strong focus on API and Backend Testing.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, request/response validation, and JSON/XML parsing.
• Experience with Command Line API Execution and Postman.
• With experience in version control (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) and issue tracking tools (e.g, Jira).
• With PHP Source Code understanding (Debugging, Code Review)
• Experience drafting test cases and test reports.
• Strong understanding of defect reporting workflow and ticket operations design.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).
• Willing to work on-site at the office (Makati City).
• Available for 8-hour weekday shifts (daytime)

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Work in a dynamic, multicultural, and fun environment.
• Be part of the world's leading provider of game services.
• Receive full government-mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, 13th-month pay, and other statutory benefits).
• HMO coverage after 1 year, subject to project extension.
• Service Incentive Leave (5 days) after 1 year, subject to project extension.