Location: Cambridge, MAWho YOU are and what You can become:Do you love pushing the limits of what 3D graphics and distributed games can do? We are looking for a dynamic, hands-on Software QA Tester who thrives on breaking complex systems and making them better. This isn't a role for someone who wants to follow checklists all day - we need someone who enjoys exploring immersive, networked virtual environments and thinking creatively about how to test them.
On-site work is mandatory for this position - Candidates that reside in these areas will be considered
: Cambridge, MA.What YOU will do: You will join a team of talented engineers working across multiple projects to develop and execute test plans for complex simulation systems. You'll work hands-on in our Cambridge labs, testing immersive experiences across VR headsets, motion devices, and distributed simulation networks.
In This Role, You Will:- Design and execute test plans that go beyond the basics - focus on real-world scenarios in large-scale, networked environments.
- Explore and stress-test immersive 3D simulations: from graphics performance to multi-user interoperability.
- Work closely with developers to validate new features and identify issues before customers encounter them.
- Log, track, and communicate issues clearly using Jira.
- Experiment with automation and scripting to streamline repeatable test scenarios.
- Support client demonstrations, occasional trade shows, and customer visits.
- Ideally: contribute to installation instruction development, operator manual creation, and assisting with student training.
What YOU need:Required:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Game Development, or related field - or equivalent hands-on experience testing/playing with complex distributed games and virtual environments.
- Strong grasp of VR hardware/software, game engines, and 3D rendering pipelines.
- Experience testing complex, graphics-heavy applications (Unreal, Unity, VBS, or similar).
- Curious, dynamic mindset - someone who enjoys experimenting, exploring, and breaking things in distributed systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
Preferred:- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and scripting.
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum workflows and tools like Jira/Confluence.
- Prior experience supporting simulation or training systems under U.S. Government or DoD contracts, including an understanding of compliance, documentation, and testing workflows.
- Knowledge of contract-driven test requirements such as acceptance testing, verification/validation.
- Candidates with prior military experience are encouraged to apply.
- Experience developing installation procedures, operator manuals, or supporting student training is highly beneficial.
YOU get more than Just compensation with US: MAK Technologies, Inc. considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. (The wage range listed above is reflective of all geographic work locations where this position may be based and may not reflect the local market salary range.)
Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
- Annual bonus incentive
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
