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Join the award-winning team that created God of War
Sony Santa Monica Studio is looking for QA Leads to support our internal projects on the PS5 platform.
The QA Lead is responsible for the facilitation of direct development team support, operational title gameplay test planning, execution, advancement, organization, coverage, execution and communication for their assigned projects. The general purpose of this job is to provide a technically proficient, dedicated resource that is completely focused on the direct operational oversight of all internal and external title QA operational testing services for their assigned project(s), to provide effective test support, efficient test execution and accurate test results to development and production teams. This role also includes the facilitation of internal production for QA, as well as leadership of our external partnerships with our SIE and 3rd party vendor support services related to testing. An in-depth comprehension of the Santa Monica Studio development pipeline, tools, development team structure, workflows and production mindset are foundational to this role. Attention to detail is a critical requirement of the role, as is a highly communicative, amicable, adaptable, growth-minded and mature demeanor in supporting the development team.
We value those that have a mindset of OWNERSHIP, diligence in their CRAFTSMANSHIP, a commitment to PARTNERSHIP and humility in their LEADERSHIP. In turn, we will work alongside you to craft an environment that empowers and equips you with the freedom to create better, the autonomy to think better, the opportunity to grow better and the feedback to choose to “Be Better”.
Responsibilities
The effective planning, administration, execution and communication of QA Master Test Plans and the effective incorporation of them into the software development process
The administration and communication of all QA related project data and associated risks for all assigned projects
The operational training, development, and delegation to assigned Assistant Leads, Sr Test Analysts and Testers
The managing of developer support requests and efficiently balancing them with our day-to-day test services
The balancing of tactical day to day responsibilities with the need to advance, refine and implement new QA processes and systems to further drive test service effectiveness, efficiency, accuracy and overall value
The consistent modeling of all core SMS values in support of the SMS Mission and Vision
The consistent modeling of all core SMS QA expectations and job profile competencies
The learning and in depth understanding of the development team structure, discipline workflows and discipline roles
The learning and in depth understanding of the SMS software development cycle and core development tools
The facilitation of communication and QA support directly with the production and development teams
Ownership of the development, tasking and execution of all operational testing for assigned projects
Ownership over managing of project databases for assigned titles
Partnering with assigned Assistant Leads regarding establishing an efficient relationship with clear areas of responsibility between them that is aligned with the SMS QA Team Expectations
Partnering with the production and development team in supporting and collaborating work across disciplines to help effectively drive the project to completion
Partnering with QA Sr Managing Producer, in the operational performance management of assigned Assistant Leads, Sr Test Analysts and Testers
Requirements
Responsible, strong work ethic, self-motivated and pro-active
Minimum of 3 years in Senior Test Analyst or equivalent position in development integrated role
Successfully shipped at least 2 AAA titles on current generation console platforms and/or PC
Successfully completed certification and application of ISQTB® Foundation and Intermediate Level CTAL
Demonstrated knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
Demonstrated knowledge of build authoring pipeline, processes, and systems
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high pressure, high workload environment balancing multiple responsibilities
Demonstrated knowledge of test case design well as advanced QA/QC methods
Demonstrated knowledge of QA and game development systems, tools, and database utilization
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with advanced testing and automation methods
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Maya, Jenkins, Perforce and other common software development tools
Demonstrated knowledge and experience authoring wiki in confluence content for technical and non-technical audience
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with 3rd party test and support services remote management
Demonstrated knowledge of all current PlayStation development and retail hardware
Demonstrated knowledge of all current PlayStation platform SDK’s and debug tools
Demonstrated knowledge of TestFlo®, TestRail®, or equivalent test management software
Demonstrated knowledge of Jenkins or equivalent automation testing tools and languages
Demonstrated experience leading, coaching and mentoring staff, both technically and behaviorally
Demonstrated knowledge of and maturity in emotional intelligence
Exceptional organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent critical analysis and problem-solving skills
Excellent gameplay skills and multi-genre experience
Passion for video games
Preferred Experience
BS Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Communications, BA in Project Management, Business Intelligence, or QA related field
Successfully completed, certification and application of SQE Mastering Test Design Foundation Level
Demonstrated knowledge of PlayStation Studios QA Operations processes, systems and workflows
Successful completion, certification and application of ISQTB® Advanced Level CTAL
Successful completion, certification and application of PMI® CAPM®
Demonstrated knowledge of SMS game development applicable programming and scripting languages, such as Dart, Java, JavaScript, C, C#, C++, and Python
Expertise in and familiarity with Agile techniques, including Kanban and SCRUM
Expertise in QA/QC analytics
Expertise in remote team management
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Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$52.07 - $78.13 USD
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Our studio is composed of a group of diverse, ambitious, highly collaborative creatives who empower one another, while working as a team to deliver high quality narrative-driven PlayStation experiences. With origins spanning the globe - from Brazil to Poland to small town USA, we are home to over 250 world class developers who strive to push the medium forward with every creative decision.
Every team has a story and, at the heart of our story, we are committed to greatness and steadfast in our craft of developing unforgettable in-game experiences that inspire our players. Beyond that, though, we are driven by something much larger…by a desire to develop “stories” of greatness for each and every team member. Making a game is a massive undertaking. Between QA, Art, Design, Programming, Production, Sound and every department in between, we are all responsible for connecting with each other's greatest skills, while working towards a common vision.
Together, we sow seeds of possibility. Whether you are an intern or an industry veteran, creativity rules here. At our studio we recognize that great ideas can come from anyone. Traversing a new mythological world on a boat. A single camera shot for an entire game. A powerful recalling axe. A companion AI known as “boy” fighting like a god. These are just some of the bold ideas that were not simply lit by an individual light bulb...they were forged from idea, to paper, to code in a collaborative effort by creatives of all disciplines on a journey to reinvent a franchise.
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