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How much do game beta tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for game beta tester in Alabama is $16.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game beta tester?

A Game Beta Tester evaluates video games before their official release to identify bugs, glitches, and other issues. Testers play through different aspects of the game, providing feedback on gameplay mechanics, graphics, and overall user experience. They may also complete specific testing tasks set by developers to ensure smooth performance. Their work helps developers improve the game before it reaches the public.

What does a game beta tester do?

A typical day for a Game Beta Tester involves playing pre-release versions of games extensively, systematically testing features, and trying to identify bugs or glitches. Testers document their findings in detailed bug reports, often using dedicated tracking software, and may be asked to retest resolved issues as developers release new builds. Collaboration is frequent; you'll interact with QA leads, developers, and sometimes other testers to clarify bug details or discuss gameplay feedback. The environment is usually deadline-driven and requires adaptability as testing priorities can change rapidly based on development needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game beta tester?

To thrive as a Game Beta Tester, you need a keen attention to detail, solid analytical thinking, and a strong understanding of gaming mechanics, often complemented by experience with various gaming platforms. Familiarity with bug tracking tools such as JIRA or Mantis, as well as experience submitting detailed bug reports, is typically required. Strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work both independently and in teams are key soft skills in this position. These abilities are crucial because they ensure precise identification and clear documentation of issues, leading to improved game quality before public release.

Can you get paid to beta test games?

Game beta testers can sometimes receive payment, especially if they are hired as quality assurance testers by game companies. However, many beta testing opportunities are unpaid or offered as volunteer work, and paid positions often require relevant experience or skills in testing and reporting bugs.

How do I get a job as a game beta tester?

To become a game beta tester, you should look for testing opportunities on game developer websites, beta testing platforms, or job boards. Relevant skills include good communication, attention to detail, and familiarity with gaming platforms or testing tools. Some companies may require age verification or prior experience in testing or quality assurance.

How to become a game beta tester?

To become a game beta tester, you should sign up for testing opportunities through official game developer websites, forums, or beta testing platforms. Having good communication skills, familiarity with gaming, and the ability to provide detailed feedback are important. Some companies may require you to sign non-disclosure agreements and have a compatible device or system to participate.

What job categories do people searching Game Beta Tester jobs in Alabama look for?

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Infographic showing various Game Beta Tester job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,478 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Software Product Owner

Birmingham, AL • On-site

EBSCO Industries, Inc.
Library and Information Services • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Moultrie (www.moultrie.com) is the leader in game feeders and cellular camera innovation, building products used by hunters, property owners, and others for real-time remote monitoring. We take pride in developing deep user understanding, obsessing about the details, and going the extra mile to show our users we love them. Moultrie is customer-driven - hardware, software, marketing, and customer success teams collaborate to deliver a quality user experience.
We are guided by the following principles: Customer Obsession.; Excellence is the Standard.; Bias for Action.; Act Boldly.; Deliver Results.; Hire and Develop the Best.; Be Curious and Learn.; Win as a Team
Job Summary
Moultrie is looking to add a Device Software Product Owner to its team. As a Device Software Product Owner, you will work with an agile software team to build and deliver device features and enhancements to the Moultrie Mobile app. As a connection point between Device Product Management & Software Engineering, you will utilize a unique blend of business and technical savvy to make the company vision a reality. The Product Owner is accountable for understanding and translating the long-term product and platform plans into actionable work items for the software team. As a "high confidence, low ego" team player, the Product Owner will work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering (mobile, web, and IOT hardware), Customer Success, Marketing, Operations, and Sales Teams to ensure the completion of visions and timelines set by the business. He or she will deliver features that drive business value by understanding the marketplace and competition, by developing products that address consumer needs, and staying abreast of the latest software trends.
Job Responsibilities
  • Own the backlog and sprint planning process for device-related features (devices: cameras, feeders, accessories, etc.) within the Moultrie app, working closely with Product Management to prioritize according to business value or ROI.
  • Assist Product Manager(s) with the definition of product features and functionality
  • Partner with User Experience and Product Management to iterate on designs and suggest research questions to inform product decisions
  • Communicate product priorities and context to the agile development team and stakeholders throughout the project
  • Collaborate with product management and software team to analyze and break down complex features into simple, well-written stories with acceptance criteria for development
  • Assess value, develop cases, and prioritize stories, epics and themes to ensure work focuses on those with maximum value that are aligned with product strategy
  • Provide backlog management, sprint planning, and user acceptance testing
  • Lead release planning and set expectations for delivery of new features
  • Manage feedback from alpha and beta test groups
  • Play an active role in mitigating risks and impediments to the sprint and the release plan
  • Measure adoption and success metrics after releases and prioritize future improvements to improve metrics
  • Ensure high quality and user-friendly software releases to our customers
  • Proactively communicate progress, decisions, impediments, and risks to management and stakeholders
  • Effectively manage expectations related to estimates and delivery timeframes
  • Be the primary product representative for features and defects, responsible for ensuring that development activities are coordinated throughout the development cycle
  • Drive value and continuously improve the quality of the team's deliverables
  • Nurture ideas and solutions to existing customer problems
  • Know your product and contribute a genuine passion and enthusiasm for the product and mission
  • Represent the "Voice of the Customer" in meetings; advocate on behalf of the end user
  • Participate in candidate interviews as part of the hiring process
  • Report bugs in the bug tracking system for items that don't meet spec; serve as the primary customer representative in daily stand-ups
  • Understand the marketplace, the competition, and competitive products; reference and use competitive information in making product choices and decisions
  • Understand and effectively use phased rollouts for feature launches
  • Assist in preparing launch support materials for Customer Success and Marketing

Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business administration or related field (in lieu of degree we will consider candidates with equitable years of professional work experience)
  • A minimum of three (3) year's total related experience with a preference towards-
    • 2+ years in product management (preferably as a product owner) or working as a business analyst
    • 2+ years of experience working within an agile-lean software product development method, such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe
    • 2+ years of defining and documenting product requirements into small, well-articulated, and valuable deliverables

Essential Job Function
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with Azure Dev Ops and Figma
  • Experience with Internet of Things development
  • Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework and/or Agile Release Trains
  • Experience with cross-platform mobile app development
  • Highly organized and detail oriented
  • Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Creative thinker with a vision
  • Comfortable working in a highly collaborative environment across multiple functional teams
  • Demonstrated record of successfully contributing to projects from conception to completion
  • A proven track record of managing and supporting development of world-class consumer facing software
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • A background in connected hardware products
  • A background in, and product knowledge of the hunting, fishing, or outdoor sporting goods market

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.