Lead QA (Quality Assurance)

• Location: Saint-Mandé, France 
• Duration of work: Full-time 
• Remote or on-site: Flexible working organization to be discussed with the manager of the role, in accordance with the Ubisoft Work From Home policy - 3 days a week in our Saint-Mandé office. 

Company Description 

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown. 

We are seeking an experienced Lead QA to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the QA team, overseeing the testing and quality assurance processes, and ensuring the delivery of a polished, high-quality gaming experience.

This role requires strong leadership, a keen eye for detail, and extensive knowledge of testing processes and methodologies.

The Lead Gameplay Programmer will report to and work under the management of the Associate Producer.

Key Responsibilities

• Recommand an organization, recruit and lead a team of QA testers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure professional growth and successful project delivery.
• Oversee the development, execution, and management of test plans, test cases, and testing strategies, ensuring alignment with the project’s goals and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and producers, to identify, document, and track issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct and facilitate regular bug reviews, prioritizing issues and ensuring timely resolution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical and gameplay issues in collaboration with the development team to ensure a smooth and seamless gaming experience.
• Drive continuous improvement of the QA process by staying current with industry trends, testing tools, and best practices, and by implementing new tools and processes where necessary.
• Ensure all testing efforts adhere to company standards for quality, security, and compliance.
• Contribute to the overall development strategy by providing insights and recommendations on improving game stability, performance, and functionality from a QA perspective.
• Report to and work under the guidance of the Technical Director, ensuring alignment with quality assurance goals and technical objectives.

Relevant experience, skills and knowledge

• Proven experience in a leadership or managerial role within a game QA team.
• Extensive experience in quality assurance, with a deep understanding of testing methodologies, bug tracking systems, and QA best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, isolate, and resolve complex issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage a team and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior and mid-level QA testers, fostering a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of mobile game development and online multiplayer systems is desirable.

Ubisoft's perks (for a position based in Saint-Mandé)
💰 Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan. 25 paid time off + 12 additional paid days off. 50% of your transportation pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9€/day), healthcare for you and your family, and lots of Ubisoft additional perks. 
👶 Maternity leaves of 20 weeks, paternity/co-parental leaves of 7 weeks. 
📍 Our office is located in Saint Mandé, (Metro line 1, Saint Mandé station). Gym available in the building. Ability to work with a hybrid work arrangement according to the Ubisoft Work From Home policy.  

Recruitment process 
Chris Richards > Dominique Dumont > Pierre-Hugues Puechlong 
Hiring Manager : Chris Richards

Additional Information 
Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our gamers’ community. 
The job reports to Ubisoft Mobile Games. 

Location: Saint-Mandé, France 
Duration of work: Full-time 
Remote or on-site: Flexible working organization to be discussed with the manager of the role, in accordance with the Ubisoft Work From Home policy - 3 days a week in our Saint-Mandé office. 

This role requires candidates to be based in the Paris area, and to be on-site in our Saint-Mandé office 3 days a week. This role is not eligible for relocation support.

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