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Job Title


Virtual Reality Tester


Company : Gemba


Location : Newcastle upon Tyne, North East


Created : 2025-12-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About the CompanyApply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application.Were Gemba a fast-moving VR training company on a mission to make boring training a thing of the past. Our Newcastle team is small, collaborative and hands-on.About the RoleWere looking for a Junior QA Tester with a creative spark to join us for a fixed term 12-month maternity cover. We need someone whos eager, switched-on, and ready to get up to speed quickly.The MissionYou will be our quality gatekeeper, but because we are a close-knit team, you'll also get to flex your creative muscles.1. Primary Responsibility (The Core Role)QA Testing: Test our VR platform and experiences to ensure they are bug-free.Bug Hunting: Log, track, and retest bugs using structured plans.Creative Destruction: Think outside the box to try and 'break' the build.Collaboration: Work right next to developers and artists to polish the product.A Clear Communicator: There is no point finding a bug if you can't explain the issue. You'll need to be able to describe problems clearly to developers so they can fix them fast.2. The "Wildcard" (Your Bonus Power)Wed love someone who brings a little something extra to the table. This doesn't need to be professional-level experiencejust a hobby or passion you want to develop. This could be:Graphic design (Photoshop/Adobe Suite)3D modelling or AnimationBasic coding or Unity experienceVideo editingOr any other creative/technical skill youve dabbled in!About YouAmbitious & Curious: You love gaming, VR, AI, or creative tech.A "Do-er": You enjoy solving problems and jumping between different types of tasks.No Ego: You're happy taking direction and helping wherever needed.We don't require testing experience, or a degree. This is a genuine entry level role for someone creative and passionate about video games, AI, and digital creative work. Passion projects and side hustles absolutely count as relevant experience!The LogisticsSalary: 24,000 - 25,000 per annum.Location: Fully onsite in our Newcastle office.Start date: January 2026Note: We are unfortunately unable to offer relocation packages or visa sponsorship for this role.What you'll getExperience working in a fast-growing industry with the latest tech (VR, AI).A close-knit, supportive team who will teach you loads.A chance to stretch into new skills and find your path. xjdpvnf How to applyApply via LinkedIn with your CV, plus anything that shows your creative/technical interest (optional). This could be a portfolio, website, work samples etc.We look forward to hearing from you!