Exient

QA Lead

Senior Programmer

Exient is seeking a QA Lead to manage and expand its QA and player support team, working on internal and customer projects across various platforms. The role involves collaborating with development teams to ensure product quality and optimal player experience. This is a key opportunity to lead a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-quality gaming experiences.

<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">About Us</h3>Exient is a leading video game developer and publisher with over 25 years of experience. Our portfolio includes a diverse range of games across mobile, PC, console, and handheld platforms, with popular titles such as Lemmings, Angry Birds Transformers, F1, Madden, FIFA, and many more.Located in both Malta and the UK, our team consists of over forty talented individuals, representing a multicultural and hardworking group of friendly professionals.Since our founding in 2000, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with world-class partners like Activision, Disney, EA, Sony, Rovio, and Ubisoft, creating some truly memorable games together.As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate, talented, and driven individuals who are excited about the future of gaming to join our expanding team.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">About the Role</h3>We are currently looking to recruit a QA Lead to manage our growing QA and player support team, working on both internal and customer projects across a range of platforms. QA plays a crucial role as our first line of defence between our rapid-paced product iterations and millions of players. In addition to managing the team, you will work closely with developers, artists, game designers, and producers to create products we’re deeply proud of and ensure our players have the best experience possible. This is an exciting opportunity to help us expand and lead a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-quality gaming experiences.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Responsibilities</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Lead and manage a team of QA Testers and Player Support Specialists</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Hire new team members as needed to support the growing demands of the department</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Efficiently manage resource allocation across various projects</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Foster a positive and collaborative culture within the QA department</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Mentor team members to help them develop and grow professionally</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Collaborate with the QA team to create and maintain Release Candidate (RC) checklists</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Work alongside the scrum teams to assess and validate builds</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Ensure the QA team monitors release stability in conjunction with the product and analytics teams</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Maintain awareness of new feature statuses and identify potential risks to release plans</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Collaborate closely with other leads and represent the QA department within the organisation</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Manage the submission and release process in partnership with the rest of QA and production</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Maintain our testing device library and identify new devices as needed</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Ensure the QA team checks for, flags, and monitors issues occurring on specific devices or operating systems</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Ensure efficient communication flow between the player community, our ticketing system, QA team, and scrum teams to deliver the best possible product to our players</li></ul><h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Required</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">A minimum of five years of QA experience in the video games industry</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Demonstrated strong leadership skills</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Strong knowledge of Google Play Store and App Store backends, tools, and functionalities</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Knowledge of mobile app submission and release processes</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Understanding of the game development pipeline</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Knowledge of the video game industry and market trends</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Understanding of device limitations and player expectation</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Knowledge of Agile development frameworks (SCRUM) is essential</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Experience working with Jira, Confluence. Knowledge of tools such as Device Farm and Testmo would also be beneficial</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Experience working with source control systems such as P4 and Git</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Willingness to work in an office environment</li></ul><h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Interpersonal Skills</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Fluency in English is essential</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Great communication skills and strong leadership abilities</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Detail-oriented problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Quality-driven mindset</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Curious and analytical nature</li></ul>All applicants must be based in Malta or willing to relocate.

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AI supercharges this process, running through everything we do, from everyday tasks to our guiding principles.What powers the loop is talent density. 220+ people from 30+ nationalities, bringing expertise from the world’s best studios and companies. We uphold ambition, curiosity, humility, and focus, and deliver with speed, excellence, and candor.Since the start, we’ve raised $165M from Headline, Northzone, Eurazeo, Bpifrance, and the founders of King, Sorare, and Spotify, people who’ve built and backed the games and platforms we admire, now supporting our drive to create the next ones.At Homa, we are building the next billion-player experiences from the ground up and shaping the future of entertainment.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Mission:</h3>As a Director of Business Development & Corporate Development, you’ll play a key role in driving Homa’s most strategic growth initiatives. This means building elite partnerships with the top gaming studios worldwide, structuring deals that make Homa the publisher of choice, and shaping M&A and investment opportunities to accelerate our long-term vision. Your main responsibilities will include:Strategic Partnerships<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Identify, court, and secure long-term partnerships with the world’s best independent and mid-size gaming studios</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Design creative deal structures (co-development, publishing, revenue-sharing, joint IP creation) that align incentives and create mutual wins</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Act as a trusted advisor to studios—building bridges between their creative vision and Homa’s technology, UA, and publishing expertise</li></ul>Corporate Development<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Source, evaluate, and execute M&A, joint ventures, and strategic investment opportunities across the gaming ecosystem</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Build financial models, market maps, and competitive analyses to support Board-level decisions</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Partner with internal leadership (Product, Data, Finance, Marketing) to identify capability gaps and acquisition targets</li></ul>Market Leadership<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Represent Homa at industry events, conferences, and private deal rooms, positioning the company as the partner of choice</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Build long-term relationships with investors, platforms (Apple, Google, TikTok, Meta), and other key stakeholders</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Track industry trends and anticipate shifts in gaming, adtech, and entertainment to inform Homa’s strategic roadmap</li></ul>This is not a classic “BD” role—it’s a frontline, high-stakes position at the heart of Homa’s growth strategy. You’ll be the person who scouts, negotiates, and seals deals that redefine the gaming industry.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Why Join Homa</h3><ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Front-row seat in shaping the future of mobile gaming</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Direct exposure to the C-suite and Board on strategic initiatives</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Opportunity to design and close landmark partnerships & acquisitions that will make headlines</li><li class="leading-relaxed">High-ownership role with a global footprint: you’ll be working with the best studios in San Francisco, Seoul, London, Tel Aviv, and beyond</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Competitive package with performance upside and equity</li></ul><h2 class="text-2xl md:text-3xl font-bold mt-10 mb-4 border-b pb-2 text-gray-800">Requirements</h2>We are looking for someone with proven expertise in business and corporate development—and the curiosity, ambition, and drive to make an impact fast. You’re a great fit if you have:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">8–12 years of experience in business development, corporate development, venture capital, private equity, or investment banking - with exposure to gaming, entertainment, or tech</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Deal-maker mindset: you know how to originate, structure, and close complex deals</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Deep network in the gaming industry (studios, publishers, investors, platforms)</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Strong analytical skills: comfort with P&L models, valuations, and incentive alignment</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Excellent communicator who can pitch Homa with charisma, negotiate with sharpness, and nurture long-term trust</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Entrepreneurial DNA: proactive, creative, and hungry for impact</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Experience with sourcing/executing M&A or strategic investments in gaming or adjacent industries</li></ul>Even if you don’t check every box in our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds, and we’re more interested in your potential and passion than a perfect match to our checklist.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">The Impact</h3>Within your first 12 months, success looks like:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Signing multi-year, high-value partnerships with 3–5 top studios</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Executing at least one strategic M&A or investment deal that expands Homa’s capabilities or IP portfolio</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Establishing Homa as a top-tier destination for ambitious studios worldwide</li></ul>This role is about rewriting the rules of gaming partnerships and corporate growth. If you want to be the deal-maker who forges the alliances that define the next decade of mobile gaming, Homa is the place.<h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Our Culture</h3>At Homa, we prioritize talent, energy, and determination over traditional credentials. We’re building a global community of brilliant, driven people who think boldly, move fast, and push boundaries. We believe true innovation comes from diverse perspectives, deep collaboration, and curiosity without limits. Our culture is grounded in four core values:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Ambition: We strive for the best - we don’t settle for “good enough.”</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Humility: We recognize that we are always learning, we can always improve and grow.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Curiosity: We continuously seek the “why” behind the “what”.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Focus: Our curiosity takes us deeper, not wider - we dive deep into the details.</li></ul><h2 class="text-2xl md:text-3xl font-bold mt-10 mb-4 border-b pb-2 text-gray-800">Benefits</h2>Building great games starts with building a great place to work. Here’s what you can expect:<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">🏥 Comprehensive Benefits: Depending on your location, you’ll enjoy a range of perks such as insurance, meal vouchers, public transport, gym memberships, and more.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">🏢 Paris HQ Access: Enjoy a desk at our private office in a well-located WeWork building that will give you access to WeWork perks like rooftop view and designed coworking spaces.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">🌍 Coworking Access: You will have access to WeWork spaces throughout Europe, along with all their perks and professional office environments.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">🌐 Global Team: Collaborate in English with top-tier talent from 35+ countries, spanning Europe, the UK, the US, and more. Diversity fuels our creativity and innovation.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">✈️ Team Gatherings: We value time together beyond the screen. Join us for occasional team gatherings, off-site retreats (Workations as we name them) to connect, recharge, and celebrate.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">📈 Performance Reviews: We’re committed to your growth. Every six months, we reflect on your progress, recognize your achievements, and align on clear development goals.</li><li class="leading-relaxed">💻 Equipment Support: From day one, we’ll provide everything you need to do your best work, including a home office setup allowance if you're working remotely.</li></ul><h3 class="text-xl md:text-2xl font-bold mt-8 mb-3 text-gray-800">Where We Hire</h3>Our HQ in Paris is a vibrant hub of creativity, collaboration, and connection. From rooftop lunches and coffee chats to after-work apéros and community events, we’ve designed a space people genuinely enjoy - all within a cozy WeWork filled with good energy (and snacks).We also have incredible team members across Europe - from Spain and Turkey to Germany, North Macedonia, Poland, the UK, and more. Whether you’re working from a sunny WeWork in Barcelona or your home setup in Warsaw, you’re fully part of our culture. To keep collaboration smooth, we primarily hire within European time zones (UTC to UTC+3). If you're based there - or planning to be - we’d love to hear from you!Please note: this is one remote position open to multiple countries, not multiple openings.

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