QA Game Test Lead

QA GAME TEST LEAD

Department: Games
Location: Anywhere (Remote)
Duration: Full Time

Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 14 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development, VFX and video production amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.

We are looking for a technically proficient and knowledgeable Test Lead to lead our new QA test team. The ideal candidate is experienced in the gaming industry and must have a proven track record of creating data-focused test strategies as they will serve as the focal leadership and mentoring point for the team. We are currently building a Functional QA team for Games. Not only is the QA Game Test Lead going to be responsible for ensuring the quality of our development activities from a functional perspective, but they will also support the creation of the new QA team within the company.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Work on multiple projects in a fast-paced international environment.
• Cooperate with producers, customers, and other stakeholders both internal and external.
• Lead, recruit, coach, and manage a team of QA Testers
• Identify, record, document in detail, and track bugs
• Estimate, prioritise, plan and coordinate testing activities
• Perform in-depth regression testing when bugs are resolved
• Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Accountable for the quality of all work and relationships on their team
• Analyse product quality and usability, associated system limitations, and report on risk
• Coach and develop leadership talent for succession planning
• Take responsibility for the effectiveness of the team and customer success
• Other duties as assigned

YOUR PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Experience leading test teams: +2 years
• Experience in the gaming industry: +4 years.
• Demonstrated experience in test planning for complex features/systems
• Experience in testing mobile games
• Shipped multiple game titles as a test lead
• Passion for video games and software quality
• Fluent in English

Desirable Pluses:

• Experience in testing on video games consoles (dev-kits) environments
• Experience in testing VR and AR
• Coding knowledge: C#, Unity, Unreal Engine
• Certifications: PMP, Scrum Master and/or Product Owner, ISTQB

WE OFFER:

• Permanently remote position
• An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects.
• Be part of an international Group with offices worldwide
• Career growth and development
• Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
• Flexible working hours
• An inclusive culture and open communication