Software QA Tester (Project-Based)

Side

Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines contract

Posted: March 10, 2026

Job Description

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.

Learn more at www.side.inc.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Software QA Tester who is committed to excellence and excited to contribute to high-quality software that powers amazing game experiences. If you enjoy solving problems, catching bugs, and working closely with dev teams to ensure seamless performance, 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 50,000

What You’ll Do

• Perform unit testing within the BFF layer to validate components and service logic.

• Conduct API testing (functional and error scenarios) using Postman or command-line. 

• 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.

Requirements:
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. 

• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira).

• 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).

Benefits:
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.

Ready to Level Up Your Career?

If you're ready to be part of a global community shaping the future of gaming, this is your chance. Join Side and help us bring extraordinary stories to life for players everywhere.

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