Member of Technical Staff - QA

ABOUT FAVORITED

At favorited, we believe that digital communities should be more than just spaces to watch content. Our platform is a place to connect, engage, and play, and empowers creators by enhancing audience participation and fostering deeper connections.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But, if you’re a self-starter eager to shape the future of social interaction with a team that holds itself to the highest standards, this is the place for you. We value open, yet respectful communication and real-time feedback to help each other grow quickly. If you’re passionate about gaming and have a knack for gamifying everyday life, you’ll thrive in our fast-moving, collaborative environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a Member of Technical Staff, QA to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our fast-evolving platform. You’ll play a critical role in testing and validating features across a live service environment where rapid iteration and continuous deployment are core to how we build.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced startup environments, is highly product-minded, and is excited about delivering seamless, high-quality experiences to creators and users in real time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and execute end-to-end testing strategies across mobile and web platforms.
• Work closely with engineering, product, and design teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
• Test rapidly evolving features in a live service environment with frequent deployments and iterations.
• Prioritize testing efforts based on risk, impact, and product timelines in a fast-moving environment.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test documentation for new and existing features.
• Identify, document, and track bugs, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution.
• Contribute to improving QA processes, tools, and automation frameworks where applicable.
• Perform regression, functional, and exploratory testing to ensure product stability and performance.
• Advocate for the user experience by ensuring a high-quality, intuitive, and engaging product.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of experience in QA or software testing, ideally in startup environments.
• Experience supporting live service products with rapid release cycles and continuous deployment.
• Proven ability to move quickly, prioritize effectively, and test under tight timelines.
• Strong experience partnering closely with engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate issues and collaborate on solutions.
• Experience testing mobile applications (iOS and/or Android).
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting.
• Familiarity with real-time, live-streaming, or gaming products.
• Passion for interactive experiences, live streaming, gaming, and empowering creators.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Compensation: $125k - $135k base salary + options

Benefits Include

• Unlimited PTO to prioritize work-life balance.
• 401(k) plan to invest in your future.
• Comprehensive health insurance to support your well-being.
• Paid company holidays for time to recharge.
• Competitive salary that values your expertise and contributions.

Where You’ll Work: This is a full-time, on-site position in Santa Monica.