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Visionist, Inc.

Junior Systems Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Foundation Software

Junior PPC Strategist

Strongsville, OH · On-site

$75K - $87K/yr

... types, a game room complete with table tennis, foosball, and video game systems. Also, some ... Support A/B testing of ad copy, extensions, and landing page experiences. * Pull performance data ...

Foundation Software

Junior PPC Strategist

Strongsville, OH · On-site +1

$75K - $87K/yr

... types, a game room complete with table tennis, foosball, and video game systems. Also, some ... Support A/B testing of ad copy, extensions, and landing page experiences. * Pull performance data ...

Visionist, Inc.

Junior Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Visionist, Inc.

Junior Systems Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

TW Group LLC

Lead Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$150K/yr

Leading and training junior engineers in the development of gaming products. * Solving complex ... Expert in designing, coding, testing and debugging software. * A passion to help your team members ...

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How much do junior game tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior game tester in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior game tester?

A Junior Game Tester is responsible for playing and evaluating video games to identify bugs, glitches, and other issues before a game is released. They follow test plans, document errors, and provide feedback to developers to help improve game quality. This role requires attention to detail, patience, and an understanding of gameplay mechanics. Junior Game Testers work closely with QA teams to ensure a smooth player experience. It's an entry-level position that can lead to more advanced roles in game development or quality assurance.

What does a typical workday look like for a junior game tester?

A typical workday for a Junior Game Tester involves playing through assigned game sections, identifying bugs or glitches, and documenting issues thoroughly using standardized bug tracking software. You'll collaborate closely with other testers and report your findings to the quality assurance (QA) team leads and developers for further investigation. Testers often follow detailed test cases and may participate in team meetings to discuss common issues or updates to testing priorities. This structured, collaborative environment helps ensure all aspects of the game are polished before release, and provides valuable feedback to the development team.

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

To thrive as a Junior Game Tester, you need a keen eye for detail, basic understanding of gaming platforms, and familiarity with gameplay mechanics, often coupled with a high school diploma or relevant experience. Experience with bug tracking tools such as JIRA, a basic grasp of QA processes, and optional certifications like ISTQB Foundation Level can be beneficial. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to follow detailed instructions make candidates stand out in this role. These qualities ensure thorough identification and reporting of game issues, effective team collaboration, and a high standard of game quality.

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Infographic showing various Junior Game Tester job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,039 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Junior Systems Analyst

Visionist, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required.
Visionist is bidding on an upcoming PRIME contract and, in anticipation of award, we're seeking Junior Systems Analysts to join our team at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC. You will advance the future of maritime domain awareness by enhancing global ship tracking systems. You'll leverage state-of-the-art analytics, multi-INT fusion, and cutting-edge technologies to detect and disrupt illicit activities at sea-including smuggling, trafficking, illegal fishing, and waste dumping-while also preventing terrorism, securing global commerce, and strengthening U.S. homeland defense. Based in our nation's capital, you'll be at the center of mission-driven innovation with real-world impact.
For over 15 years, Visionist has been solving the Intelligence Community's toughest software and analysis challenges. As a 100% employee-owned company, we prioritize our people-your job security is assured. We embed small engineering teams with analysts to rapidly identify and solve mission capability gaps playing a critical role in defending our nation's cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping adversarial infrastructure, pen testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture, where internal growth and promotion opportunities are the norm. Don't just take our word for it-check out our 4.8-star review on Glassdoor. Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs and more. Check us out at www.visionistinc.com.
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Your contributions are...
- Support large Multi-INT data systems by analyzing data accuracy and relevance to mission objectives
- Recommend improvements to data utility and overall mission product quality
- Review and assess software performance; consult with users and developers to identify system needs
- Analyze system and software requirements; perform trade-off and impact studies
- Conduct independent verification and validation of software systems
- Review software design documentation and test results for compliance with requirements
- Evaluate test plans to ensure proper validation of system functionality
Requirements for your new career...
- Associates degree in a technical discipline
- 3 years of experience in system analysis
- Experience with Multi-INT systems analysis and data assessment
- Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to system and software designs
- Skilled in conducting verification and validation of software components
- Knowledge of software engineering processes and requirement analysis
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with both users and developers
Benefits of becoming a Visionist: Your New Career
- We are a 100% employee-owned company, so our employees see the benefit of their contributions and have a stake in our overall success!
- Competitive 15% retirement contribution! (5% 401K match & 10% ESOP)
- 4 weeks paid time off that is never "use or lose", 12 paid holidays, comp time, overtime, AND flexible work hours
- 80 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
- Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families (those who waive medical benefits will receive an additional $4,160/year)
- Annual lifestyle bonus of $600 - use it towards gyms/fitness, new tech, or your HSA!
- Annual merit increases & performance-based bonuses
- Term life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability
Salary range:$85,000 - $150,000
Disclaimer:Salary for this position, along with additional compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process, considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc.
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Not a good fit? Check out our other opportunities: https://jobs.jobvite.com/visionist
Next steps: Apply online and one of our recruiters will reach out to you. We have a streamlined process of phone screen with a recruiter, interview with a Visionist team at our HQ in Columbia, MD, and that is all!
Interested in learning more about Visionist and the work we do? Check out our website!https://www.visionistinc.com/what-we-do
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U.S citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible). Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance.
Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer.

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