Lead QA

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a super switched on QA Leader to lead our QA team while setting up all of the necessary tools, documentation, and test plans for a successful QA team. If you think of yourself as a bug hunter extraordinaire and are capable of finding defects that no one else even considers, this is the job for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of the quality control for all of Playsides titles. 
• Reporting to other Leads and Executives on the overall quality of our releases going out. 
• Conducting ongoing testing of all feature releases. 
• Suggesting improvements and documenting defects for multiple internal and external systems
• Writing and implementing test plans for new projects
• Conducting user acceptance testing sessions
• Organising Beta and A/B tests
• Maintaining our defect documentation. 
• Working closely with Tools teams to ensure all QA employees have the tools at which to effectively test Titles and Features. 
• Inspiring & leading a team of QA employees, and ensuring they are following the workflow. 
• This is a hands-on role, it will be leading a small team, but also performing daily QA tasks.
• The ideal candidate for this job should be independently motivated and ready to work hard to achieve results.

What You Bring To The Role

• At least 5 years experience in a similar QA role.
• Leading our small QA team
• Mentoring junior staff on QA Policy.
• Writing test plans
• Conducting or organising user acceptance tests
• Conducting or organising Beta tests
• Creating thorough process documentation
• A tertiary degree or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field.
• The ability to prioritise and work on multiple tasks simultaneously and manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently to get the job done without day-to-day direction.
• Understanding of mobile / console games and the industry as a whole.
• Conduct strategy audits to identify further opportunities to improve the way we do things.
• Think on their feet and act quickly.
• Have a can-do with the ability to turn a negative into a positive, no problem is too great.

Bonus Points!

• Experience working within Unity3D.
• Sound knowledge in analytics and product management.

How to Apply

Email your application to jobs@playsidestudios.com.

​Your application should include your CV, cover letter and any relevant portfolio links