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This is a verified and legitimate opportunity for members of the Halo community. I have spoken with the recruiter and his associate and felt this would be something our community would like to take a look at. Good luck to all who apply and please remember to respond in the manner expected by the recruiter.

 

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Hello all,


My name is Josh and I’m a recruiter for Volt. We’re a staffing agency and our client is looking for testers that are highly proficient with Halo Multiplayer. Anyone who has software testing experience or a CompSci (or related) degree, and has played in organized competitions or feels that he/she is an expert at digital killin’, is encouraged to apply. The client wants those that are familiar with testing practices, the Halo universe (the series, history, lore, etc.), and FPS gaming in general.

Here is a description from the client-

The candidate will be responsible for writing baseline test specifications, functional test cases, test specifications for a sub-area of a project or test results for an area or test pass. Also responsible for bug reproduction cases and scenarios. Strong knowledge of the Halo universe and FPS gaming. Good written and oral communication skills. Strong problem solving skills. One or more years experience working in a software development/testing environment. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate or Bachelors in Computer Science a plus.

The job is a 1099 contract position and is expected to last at least a full year. The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 1st shift (9-5 or 10-6) and overtime is always a possibility. Pay is hourly at $13-$14 p/h DOE, and benefits are offered through the contractor (Volt). The location is in Redmond, WA near the Microsoft/343 campuses.

 

For anyone who is interested please send an email with your resume attached to [email protected]. Also, there is a Halo questionnaire that potential candidates are required to fill out which I’ll send to every qualified applicant. The purpose of this survey is to gauge your knowledge and experience with the Halo franchise. Once I have the necessary papers, I’ll give each candidate a phone call to discuss things even further.

 

 

Thanks for your time everyone!  ^_^

 

Joshua Svoboda

Recruiter

Volt Workforce Solutions

3373 National Drive, Suite 100 | Raleigh, NC 27612

tf: 1-800-595-8658 | f: 919-782-5549

[email protected]

 



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i dont meet the necessary qualifications unfortunately, but it would be amazing if i could work there. i just hope one of these nice members gets the chance to take this opportunity and do what i know i will never get to do :)

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O -o Even the testers have to have this much knowledge~? Well then...They don't play around there seems... I mean the historical knowledge and "digital killin" skills are something pretty much everyone here has, and experience with FPS. When it comes to the other stuff though~? What deh fudge is half this stuff gosh... O -o

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What is this all about the job opportunity for the multiplayer tester thing?

 

Really?  Did you even read what AD wrote?  :/  

 

 

O -o Even the testers have to have this much knowledge~? Well then...They don't play around there seems... I mean the historical knowledge and "digital killin" skills are something pretty much everyone here has, and experience with FPS. When it comes to the other stuff though~? What deh fudge is half this stuff gosh... O -o

 

I assume you were referring to all of the different tasks that the testers would be responsible for, when saying "What deh fudge..."?  If so, I can take an educated guess for you (or anyone else that may be interested) if you'd like.  Based on what I do for a living, and what they are asking for, they sound similar as far as wording goes.  Just let me know.  :)

 

Now, as for the OP..  that would be quite a job to land, if I might say so.  Too bad the pay is as low as it is, otherwise that might be something I'd be willing to apply for, even if it required me to move the entire way across the country.  :/ 

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Hi everyone,

 

Josh here. I'm the recruiter working on this Halo MP position(s) for 343. So, I've noticed that a lot of you are interested but feel like you don't have the proper tech experience. I talked with my manager and we feel that 343 would take a true Halo fan with scores of MP experience over a casual player with testing experience. Anyone that feels that he or she fits the bill is encouraged to apply and send me their resume. Provide a detailed description of your Halo experience as well.

 

I just want to reiterate that the position is ON SITE at 343 in Redmond, WA. I don't want that to discourage anyone living outside the state of course, but if that's the case you will need to relocate to the area. Anyone that has family or friends living in the area, or has the means and desire to relocate (I reckon you could couch surf too, haha) will certainly be considered.

 

Thanks again for your interest and I hope this opens things up for some of you guys.

 

Joshua Svoboda

Recruiter

Volt Workforce Solutions

3373 National Drive, Suite 100 | Raleigh, NC 27612

tf: 1-800-595-8658 | f: 919-782-5549

[email protected]

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Personally, I don't understand why we have to be paid. No payment, no job, they might as well listen to the community and not a single person with his singular opinion.

 

We here would happily convey our thoughts through the Internet to 343..

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Personally, I don't understand why we have to be paid. No payment, no job, they might as well listen to the community and not a single person with his singular opinion.

 

We here would happily convey our thoughts through the Internet to 343..

 

What you're failing to realize is that this is an actual position that is open at 343.  They are looking to hire somebody, and pay them, to write baseline test specs among other things.  These are going to be guidelines for testing the matchmaking system.  "Do this, then this, then this, then that, are there any bugs?  If so, report them."  Then somebody else is going to try and recreate said bugs, to see if it was a one time thing, or if there is actually a problem.  Making sure everything is working properly before the public ever sees it.  That is why a "single person with his singular opinion" is required.  This is not going to be somebody saying "Yeah, they should totally add Elites back into matchmaking."

 

While the community here, like you said, would happily convey our thoughts through the internet, that is not the purpose of this job opportunity.  This job opportunity is to make sure everything works properly prior to release (of hopefully a Beta).  

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DANG! I am an American in Germany... am working on my Computer information AA degree... focus on programming to. Half way through my degree... but this would be a nice job to try out. Plus it would also give me some work related experience. 

I know a little Java and Pseudo Java. :3 

 

Not quite enough though... darn it.

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What you're failing to realize is that this is an actual position that is open at 343.  They are looking to hire somebody, and pay them, to write baseline test specs among other things.  These are going to be guidelines for testing the matchmaking system.  "Do this, then this, then this, then that, are there any bugs?  If so, report them."  Then somebody else is going to try and recreate said bugs, to see if it was a one time thing, or if there is actually a problem.  Making sure everything is working properly before the public ever sees it.  That is why a "single person with his singular opinion" is required.  This is not going to be somebody saying "Yeah, they should totally add Elites back into matchmaking."

 

While the community here, like you said, would happily convey our thoughts through the internet, that is not the purpose of this job opportunity.  This job opportunity is to make sure everything works properly prior to release (of hopefully a Beta).  

Yet they find it an issue to play this online, with both good and bad players. Why not get them to playtest?

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