Senior Performance QA Engineer (World of Warships, PC)
LocationBelgrade
Also inNicosia
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentWoWS Development (10005128)
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 12, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live8h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have11
3+ years of experience in Performance Testing or Performance QA
3+ years of experience in Automation QA or a similar position
1+ year of commercial experience in Python-based automated testing, including writing performance test suites using pytest
Experience in Performance testing tools and frameworks (k6, load testing, profiling tools)
Experience in analyzing and optimizing game performance (PC games)
Experience with Elasticsearch for log collection and analysis
Experience with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, TeamCity)
Knowledge of PC architecture basics and component interaction (CPU, GPU, memory, disk I/O)
Understanding of performance metrics: FPS, frame time, CPU/GPU utilization, memory consumption
Knowledge of the theory and methods of software testing and performance testing methodologies
Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher English knowledge
Nice to have10
Experience in game development or game engines (Unreal, Unity)
Experience in log parsing and data analysis with pandas and NumPy
Experience in Python profiling and optimization (cProfile, line_profiler)
Experience with PostgreSQL performance analysis and query optimization
Experience in Docker, docker-compose
Experience in monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus)
Experience with Python async/await and multiprocessing
Experience in designing and maintaining performance test infrastructure
Experience in Linux-based systems
Mentoring experience in QA team
Skills
Python
pytest
k6
Elasticsearch
Jenkins
TeamCity
pandas
NumPy
cProfile
line_profiler
PostgreSQL
Docker
docker-compose
Grafana
Prometheus
Linux
Benefits
Additional vacation days
Paid time off
Sick leave compensation
Maternity leave benefits
Private health insurance
Career development
Language learning
Mental wellbeing program
Commuting allowance
Company events
Fitness benefits
Employee discounts
Gaming account
Office snacks
Subsidized canteen
Seniority awards
Referral program
Job Overview
We are looking for a Senior Performance QA Engineer with experience in GameDev to join our World of Warships PC team. This position is open in our Belgrade or Nicosia office.
In this role, you’ll focus on performance testing and automation, helping us identify performance bottlenecks and ensure a smooth and stable experience for our players. You’ll work closely with QA and development teams to investigate, analyze, and improve game performance.
If you’re enjoy sharing your expertise and learning from others, and want to contribute to the quality of a large-scale PC game, we’d love to hear from you.
Reports to
Lead Automation QA Engineer
What will you do?
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Develop and maintain automated tests for functional, performance, and stability testing on Python
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Develop and maintain core functionality of the automation framework
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Analyze automated test results and investigate failures
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Performance testing and profiling of game client and backend services
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Maintain documentation for existing automated tests, frameworks, and tools
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Collaborate with other teams and provide support based on automated test results
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Participate in the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines and related tools
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Work with different teams as internal customers, understand their needs, and provide automation solutions
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Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving automation code quality
What are we looking for?
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3+ years of experience in Performance Testing or Performance QA
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3+ years of experience in Automation QA or a similar position
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1+ year of commercial experience in Python-based automated testing, including writing performance test suites using pytest
•
Experience in Performance testing tools and frameworks (k6, load testing, profiling tools)
•
Experience in analyzing and optimizing game performance (PC games)
•
Experience with Elasticsearch for log collection and analysis
•
Experience with CI/CD systems (Jenkins, TeamCity)
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Knowledge of PC architecture basics and component interaction (CPU, GPU, memory, disk I/O)
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Understanding of performance metrics: FPS, frame time, CPU/GPU utilization, memory consumption
•
Knowledge of the theory and methods of software testing and performance testing methodologies
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Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher English knowledge
What additional skills will help you stand out?
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Experience in game development or game engines (Unreal, Unity)
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Experience in log parsing and data analysis with pandas and NumPy
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Experience in Python profiling and optimization (cProfile, line_profiler)
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Experience with PostgreSQL performance analysis and query optimization
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Experience in Docker, docker-compose
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Experience in monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus)
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Experience with Python async/await and multiprocessing
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Experience in designing and maintaining performance test infrastructure
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Experience in Linux-based systems
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Mentoring experience in QA team
Work mode
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This position is open in our Belgrade or Nicosia office
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During the probation period: onsite work
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After the probation period: onsite or hybrid (3 days per week in the office)
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This role is eligible for relocation & immigration support
Benefits
Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:
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Additional vacation days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 5 days on top of the statutory minimum
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Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
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Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits
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Premium Private Health Insurance
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Career development and education opportunities within the company
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English clubs and platform for learning languages
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Mental well-being program (iFeel)
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Commuting allowance
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Company events
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FitPass membership
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Discounts for employees
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Personal Gaming Account
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Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
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On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
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Seniority Awards
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Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.
About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.
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