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Atome

Mobile Game QA Analyst (contract)

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$42 - $58/hr

In this role, you will be the quality guardian of our core game, taking full ownership of testing workflows--from early feature development and dynamic core gameplay, to live-ops events and global ...

Hidden Variable Studios LLC

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Product Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

You know how to maximize engagement with live ops and address the ongoing needs of players month after month. * Data Driven - You demonstrate proficiency with analytics tools (such as Google ...

Hidden Variable Studios LLC

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Product Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

You know how to maximize engagement with live ops and address the ongoing needs of players month after month. * Data Driven - You demonstrate proficiency with analytics tools (such as Google ...

Roblox

Software Engineer, Creator

San Mateo, CA · Remote

Join us and give the entire creator community live-ops superpowers. The Experience LiveOps (ELO) Team builds the runtime tools creators use to operate and tune their live experiences without shipping ...

StudyFetch

Support Agent

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$69K - $78K/yr

About the Role We're looking for an empathetic and detail-oriented Tier 2 Support Agent to join our Live Ops team and handle escalated customer issues across our platform. In this role, you'll act as ...

Bonfire Studios

Accountant / Finance (Senior/Lead)

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$79K - $99K/yr

Leading cross-functional alignment with business, publishing, analytics, and live ops so that we have a cohesive structure for financial data and analytics across the studio * Owning treasury ...

Roblox Corporation

Software Engineer, Creator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$153K - $196K/yr

Join us and give the entire creator community live-ops superpowers. The Experience LiveOps (ELO) Team builds the runtime tools creators use to operate and tune their live experiences without shipping ...

Electronic Arts

$100 - $125/hr

You'll collaborate with cross-functional partners in product, UX/UI, analytics, engineering, live ops, and marketing to build monetization experiences that feel rewarding and player-first. This role ...

Roblox

Software Engineer, Creator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$153K - $196K/yr

Join us and give the entire creator community live-ops superpowers. The Experience LiveOps (ELO) Team builds the runtime tools creators use to operate and tune their live experiences without shipping ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for live ops in California is $59.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.05 and $68.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Live Ops?

Live Ops, short for Live Operations, refers to the ongoing management and support of a game, app, or online service after its initial launch. The Live Ops team monitors performance, manages in-game events, updates content, addresses technical issues, and engages with the user community to ensure a positive experience and maintain user engagement. This role is crucial in keeping digital products fresh, responding to user feedback, and driving revenue through retention and new monetization strategies. Live Ops professionals work closely with developers, customer support, and marketing teams to deliver timely updates and foster a vibrant user base.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Live Ops professional?

To thrive as a Live Ops professional, you need expertise in real-time game management, analytics, and a strong understanding of player engagement strategies, often supported by experience in game production or operations. Familiarity with live operations dashboards, analytics platforms, CRM tools, and sometimes scripting languages is typically required. Outstanding problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and effective communication help you respond proactively to live events and player feedback. These skills are crucial to maintaining player satisfaction, optimizing in-game experiences, and ensuring the smooth operation of live games.

What are common challenges faced by Live Ops professionals in managing real-time game events?

Live Ops professionals often navigate the challenge of balancing engaging content with system stability, especially during high-traffic in-game events or promotions. They must quickly respond to unexpected technical issues or player feedback while maintaining seamless gameplay and ensuring fair experiences for all users. Collaboration with developers, community managers, and support teams is essential for rapidly deploying fixes and communicating updates. Adaptability and strong problem-solving skills are key to thriving in this fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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Mobile Game QA Analyst (contract)

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Atome
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$42 - $58/hr

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Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Execute functional, regression, integration, sanity, and A/B testing across iOS and Android builds for new features, game mechanics, UI/UX, and live-ops content.

  • Utilize network sniffing tools and developer tools to inspect client-server interactions, analyze logs, and assist engineers in root-cause analysis.

  • Manage release validation processes, including app store submission compliance, distribution, hotfix deployment, and live-ops event gating.

Job description

Others | Game Operations | Game Ops | Santa Clara, California, USA

Location: hybrid– Santa Clara, CA

Employment Type: Contractor (1-Year Contract)

Schedule: Flexible 20–40 hours/week (20 hrs/week minimum, 3 days/week Onsite in Santa Clara)

Pay Rate: $42.00 – $58.00 / hour

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and passionate Mobile QA Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be the quality guardian of our core game, taking full ownership of testing workflows—from early feature development and dynamic core gameplay, to live-ops events and global release validation.

You will work closely with Game Designers, Engineers, and Producers in an agile environment. Rather than just following checklists, you will analyze client-server interactions, catch performance bottlenecks, and help optimize our live production pipeline using modern tools and AI-driven workflows.

Key Responsibilities
  • Execute functional, regression, integration, sanity, and A/B testing across iOS and Android builds for new features, game mechanics, UI/UX, and live-ops content.
  • Utilize network sniffing tools (e.g., Charles Proxy, Fiddler) to inspect client-server API payloads, mock edge cases, and verify live server responses.
  • Leverage developer tools (Xcode, Android Studio, ADB, Unity Editor) to fetch device logs (Logcat, Console), capture crash dumps, analyze remote logging errors and warnings, and assist engineers in root-cause analysis.
  • Manage release validation processes, including App Store / Google Play submission compliance, TestFlight/Internal Track distribution, hotfix deployment, and Live-Ops event gating.
  • Oversee device compatibility matrix testing across various screen resolutions, OS versions, GPU specs, as well as testing under fluctuating network conditions (latency, disconnection, packet loss).
  • Validate player progression, account data state transitions, and save integrity across different account profiles, levels, and unlock states.
  • Create, maintain, and structure clear test plans, test cases, and bug reports in Asana with detailed reproduction steps, logs, and screenshots.
  • Partner with Producers and Leads during sprint planning to assess QA scope, identify risks early in the design phase, and safeguard game stability.
Qualifications
  • 3–5+ years of hands‑on experience in mobile game quality assurance (iOS and Android), preferably on F2P (Free‑to‑Play) live-service titles.
  • Solid understanding of the mobile game release lifecycle, including TestFlight, Google Play Console, hotfix processes, and app store compliance standards.
  • Experience with QA tools and technical workflows for bug/test tracking, debugging tools, and network analysis.
  • Familiarity with client-server architecture in multiplayer or online mobile games.
  • Strong communication skills with an analytical, problem‑solving mindset.
  • Passion for playing and analyzing mobile games.
Nice to Have
  • Experience with game engines (Unity or Unreal Engine) for basic scene navigation or inspecting asset bundles.
  • Experience leveraging AI productivity tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor) to assist in test case generation or automation scripting.
  • Basic understanding of test automation frameworks (Appium, Python, C#) or CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
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