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Lead, Automation QA - Game

Ontario, Canada (On-site)

Lead, Automation QA - Game

4 Months ago • 5 Years + • Quality Assurance

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Job Description

Lead Automation QA with 5+ years experience in game studio, strong in automation testing, Typescript, Java, C#, CI/CD tools, and QA methodologies.

Must have:

Automation Testing
Typescript, Java, C#
CI/CD Tools
QA Methodologies

Good to have:

Game Development
Jenkins, GitLab CI
Version Control
Performance Testing

Perks:

Leadership Opportunities
Team Mentorship

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Prodigy Education, a global leader in game-based learning, is on a mission to make every student in the world love learning. We believe learning should be as fun as playing a video game. This is central to our educational philosophy, because when you love what you do, you do it better. Visit www.prodigygame.com to learn more.

With Prodigy, kids practice standards-aligned skills in Math and English as they play our fun, adaptive learning games. All with teacher and parent tools to support their learning in class and at home.

We're looking for a Lead Automation QA to join our team, working on our flagship math MMO game, which engages 7 million students every month. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the way millions of students interact with math through gaming, enhancing both their learning and enjoyment. You’ll be instrumental in creating captivating online math experiences where students embark on quests, level up, and collect virtual pets, all while exploring a vast array of 1500 math topics.

As the Lead Automation QA, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our games meet the highest quality standards. You will spearhead automation testing efforts, design and implement robust test frameworks, and lead a team of skilled QA engineers. Your contributions will directly enhance the player experience, ensuring our games are polished, bug-free, and optimized for top performance.

Your Impact

Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers, cultivating a culture of excellence and ongoing improvement
Design and execute a comprehensive automation testing strategy that aligns with the studio's objectives
Collaborate closely with developers, designers, and product managers to define testing priorities and deliver high-quality releases
Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks and test scripts for our MMO games
Identify opportunities to automate the testing process, minimizing manual efforts while expanding test coverage
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth and continuous delivery
Oversee the execution of automated tests, analyze results, and report on the quality of the product
Identify, document, and track defects, working with development teams to ensure timely resolution
Conduct performance, load, and stress testing to ensure the stability and scalability of our games
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that automation efforts are aligned with overall project timelines and objectives
Provide clear and concise reports on testing activities, results, and quality metrics to stakeholders
Advocate for best practices in automation and quality assurance across the studio

About You

Proven 5+ years of experience as an Automation QA or similar role in a game studio
Strong background in automation testing, with experience in designing and implementing test frameworks
Proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Typescript, Java, or C#.Deep understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and processes in game development
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and version control systems (e.g., Git).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to mentor and inspire others
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Prodigy Math is used by almost one million teachers a year, and was named the most popular supplemental education platform in classrooms in the United States! Our products have also won numerous consumer awards, including the Mom’s Choice Award, Parent and Teacher Choice Awards, and National Parenting Product Award.

Come as you are. We believe the power of our collective potential will transform education. We are building towards a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace to empower and create access and opportunity for all. We welcome applications from people from all underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) people of any gender, age, or religion, members of the LGBTQIA2+ community, BIPOC and other underrepresented races and nationalities, people with disabilities, veterans, and anyone who may contribute to the further diversification of Prodigy Education. If you feel like you don’t have all the qualifications for this position and are willing to use your initiative to learn the rest, we’d still love for you to apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Prodigy Education will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us at jobs@prodigygame.com, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Prodigy Education

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Prodigy Education is a global leader in game-based learning. Our mission is to help every student in the world love learning, motivating millions worldwide via fun, secure and accessible curriculum-aligned gameplay experiences. At Prodigy Education, we believe maximizing student motivation helps develop a lifetime love of learning. Prodigy’s approach to fun, game-based learning means kids no longer have to choose between homework and playtime.

You’ll be working on products used and loved by millions of students, teachers and parents worldwide. It’s why so many of our team members are proud to be Prodigy.

Not only are our games fun and engaging, they’re also designed to support positive educational outcomes. Helping kids have fun while they learn — what could be more rewarding than that?