Senior QA Analyst

We are the makers of casual mobile hit Love & Pies, which launched in September 2021 and has now found its way into the hands of millions of players worldwide. We’re backed by Supercell, one of the biggest and best in the industry.

We make snackable yet nourishing games for everyone—built to fit into your daily life but with the emotional depth of your favourite TV show. Our team always comes first at Trailmix, and our culture is built on high performance and high care. We strive to be the best versions of ourselves, but always within an environment based on inclusivity, respect, and safety, no matter who you are or where you come from.

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The Role

We’re looking for a Senior QA Analyst who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment and brings both strategic thinking and hands-on expertise. You'll help us raise the bar on quality across our F2P games, acting as a key voice in how we build, test and ship features that our players love.

As a senior member of the team, you'll report to a QA Manager and do more than just test. You’ll lead by example, influencing how we think about quality, how we embed it in our development lifecycle, and how we evolve as a QA function.

If you're curious, adaptable, and energised by the pace and potential of mobile F2P games, this is the place for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Shape test strategies early in the feature lifecycle by reviewing specs, sharing risks, and proposing scalable test plans that deliver confidence, not just coverage
• Champion quality across the team by working closely with developers, producers, and artists to ship features that feel polished, stable and fun
• Design and own smart, lean, and effective test approaches, combining exploratory, functional, and regression testing with a sharp player-first mindset
• Drive peer reviews of test cases and plans to encourage learning, collaboration, and shared ownership
• Optimise QA practices by workflows, documentation, and how we approach problem-solving
• Mentor junior QA team members through continuous feedback, support, and role-modelling, thoughtful, accountable QA work
• Analyse release data and bug trends to identify root causes and support the team in driving long-term quality improvements
• Collaborate on live ops planning and execution, ensuring time-critical content goes out smoothly while balancing speed and quality.

About You

• Experienced with solid QA expertise, ideally from mobile games or a fast-moving digital environment. You’ve seen how quality evolves across the lifecycle of a live product.
• Technically-minded and confident using tools like Jira, TestRail or Testmo for bug flow. You may have even explored automation, Unity or Unreal
• Live ops savvy with a strong grasp of how events, content drops and fixes shape the player experience in a live F2P environment
• Player-centric in your thinking and testing. You're passionate about delivering fun, frictionless experiences
• Proactive in spotting issues, surfacing risks, and asking the right questions before others do
• Curious and analytical in how you break things down and identify patterns others miss
• Organised and flexible with the ability to manage shifting priorities with calm and confidence
• Collaborative in cross-functional teams. You value open communication and contribute to an inclusive, respectful work environment.

Why Trailmix?

As a member of our team, you’ll work in an environment where collaboration and creative energy drive everything we do. We believe that working closely with colleagues from across functions is essential to creating the best experiences for our players. Our office is a place where ideas come together, and we work side by side to turn them into reality.

We work from our Kings Cross studio together three days a week — Monday, Thursday, and Friday, because we believe great games (and great teams) are built through genuine collaboration.

Our hybrid work model combines the flexibility of remote work with the creative energy of being together in person.

These days are focused, energised, and designed for impact:

• We solve problems faster
• We share ideas in the moment
• We drive decisions that move us forward

This rhythm helps us deliver our best work not just for each other, but for our players. It’s how we build momentum, grow together, and stay ahead in a fast-moving industry.

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Our Benefits

• Investing in Your Growth: Unleash your potential with our generous development budget. After completing your three-month probation, all team members receive a £1,000 allowance to fuel their professional growth each year.
• Fueling Your Day: Our kitchens are fully stocked with delicious treats and drinks, and we provide breakfast and lunch supplies to keep you energised throughout the day.
• Building Connections: Join us every Friday for a team lunch courtesy of Just Eat - a chance to connect and recharge for the week ahead..
• Planning for Your Future: Take control of your financial future with our contributory pension scheme. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of tax-free contributions.
• Unlocking Ownership: As a valued team member, you'll have the opportunity to own a stake in our success through tax-advantaged stock options.
• Caring for Your Well-being: Your health is our priority. Enjoy peace of mind with our fully comprehensive private medical care, with premiums paid by Trailmix. Plus, access mental health support 24/7 with the Spill Mental Health App.
• Time to Recharge: Our generous holiday allowance allows you to take a well-deserved break. You'll enjoy 28 days of annual leave, including three company holiday days around Christmas.
• Trailbreak: We close the office for one week each year to give the whole team time off to recharge and reset.
• Surprise and Delight: Feel appreciated and valued with various company gifts throughout the year.
• Celebrations: Join us for various socials and events throughout the year, from team outings to themed parties.
• Setting You Up for Success: Receive a £250 work-from-home budget to ensure you have the proper home setup to perform at your best.

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Our Inclusive Culture

Trailmix was founded to make a positive impact on our players, our community, and our colleagues. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture, and our priority is fostering an environment where people can flourish. We think it’s vital that players see themselves represented in games, and Love & Pies, we showcase the beautiful diversity of life. Love & Pies represents the people we are and the people we love, and we’re always looking to add more people who want to design games for everyone.

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