Senior Test Manager

We are looking for an experienced Senior Test Manager to lead quality assurance for video game development projects. This role involves overseeing a team of testers, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality games. Key responsibilities include strategic test planning, team leadership, establishing QA standards, risk management, collaboration with stakeholders, defining metrics, driving continuous improvement, and vendor management.

Must Have

• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans for each stage of game development.
• Manage and mentor a team of Managers, Sr Leads, Leads and testers.
• Establish and carry out quality assurance standards and guidelines.
• Identify and prioritize project risks related to quality, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with game developers, producers, designers, and other stakeholders.
• Define and track key quality metrics, providing regular reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Coordinate with external testing partners or vendors as needed.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on video game testing.
• Proven experience managing testing teams and leading QA efforts for video game development projects.
• Strong knowledge of game development processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with various gaming platforms (e.g., PC, console, mobile) and their respective testing requirements.
• Experience with test management tools and defect tracking systems.

Company Overview:

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.

Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Test Manager who will lead our quality assurance efforts for video game development projects. The Senior Test Manager will oversee a team of testers and coordinate with various departments to ensure the timely and successful delivery of high-quality video games. This role will report to a Director or Sr Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Test Planning: Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans for each stage of game development, from pre-production to post-launch updates.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of Managers, Sr Leads, Leads and testers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Quality Assurance Standards: Establish and carry out quality assurance standards and guidelines throughout the development lifecycle.
• Risk Management: Identify and prioritize project risks related to quality, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Collaboration: Work closely with game developers, producers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and facilitate effective communication.
• Metrics and Reporting: Define and track key quality metrics, providing regular reports and updates to project stakeholders across the organization.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with external testing partners or vendors as needed, ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on video game testing.
• Proven experience managing testing teams and leading QA efforts for video game development projects.
• Strong knowledge of game development processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with various gaming platforms (e.g., PC, console, mobile) and their respective testing requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, prioritize tasks, and solve complex problems.
• Experience with test management tools and defect tracking systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Passion for video games and a commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences.

This job description is not composed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; other tasks and duties may be assigned or reassigned as needed.

2K is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. Employment at 2K is considered at-will, except where prohibited by state legislation. Compensation and job postings may include disclosures required under state pay transparency laws.

2K is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating an inclusive work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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