QA Lead - Video Game Tester

4 Months ago • All levels

Testing

Job Description

As the QA Lead - Video Game Tester, you will lead a growing team of video game testers, ensuring the quality of clients' video game titles across various platforms. You will be responsible for leading and guiding the team, developing test plans, and conducting thorough testing on multiple platforms. This includes identifying and reporting defects, coordinating testing activities, and documenting all testing processes. You will also communicate with stakeholders, assist in recruiting new testers, and stay updated on industry trends. You will foster a collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities effectively to meet deadlines.

Must Have:

Lead and oversee a team of video game testers.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans.
Conduct thorough testing of video game titles.
Maintain clear and detailed documentation.

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Side is seeking an experienced and driven QA Lead - Video Game Tester to join our team and lead a rapidly growing workforce of video game testers. As the QA Lead, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and integrity of our clients' video game titles across various platforms. This is an in-studio position, and only local candidates in the Charleston, SC area, or willing to relocate within the U.S. will be considered. No visa sponsorship will be provided.

Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee a team of video game testers at all levels, providing guidance, mentorship, and training to ensure high-quality testing results.
Collaborate closely with project managers, leads, and stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and testing strategies tailored to the client's requirements and objectives.
Conduct thorough testing of video game titles across multiple platforms, including PC, console, and mobile devices, to identify and report defects, glitches, and other issues.
Coordinate and prioritize testing activities to meet project deadlines and milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality testing results.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans.
Maintain clear and detailed documentation of testing processes, procedures, and results, including test plans, test matrices, and bug reports.
Communicate effectively with project stakeholders to provide regular updates on testing progress, identify risks and issues, and propose solutions and recommendations.
Assist in the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training of new video game testers as the workforce scales from 50 to 100 employees.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in video game quality assurance, and share knowledge and insights with the team to drive continuous improvement.
Strong multitasking abilities, with experience in managing multiple priorities and switching between tasks efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines
Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.