QA Manager – PC and Console -Hybrid – Sheffield, UK

One Player Mission’s client is a rapidly expanding studio, developing thrilling eSports console games using cutting-edge technology. They are seeking a QA Manager to manage a team of testers and test leads on PC and Console game projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop QA plans, processes and best practice to ensure high quality of releases
• Plan and manage QA resources i.e. team and devices to the optimal
• Create optimal project delivery schedules and Manage project delivery timelines
• Foster and own external QA support relationships, including outsource partners and 1st party Certification.
• Communicate with the development teams, production heads and stakeholders and conduct meetings to update on project progress and status
• Assess risks, develop day to day practices, and deliver QA projects with high quality standards.
• Train, coach and mentor leads and testers to ensure growth
• Lead constant learning and development initiatives and drive departmental improvements.
• Conduct team stand ups and activities for overall involvement
• Build and track key department KPIs.
• Create Daily, Weekly and Monthly departmental reports keeping stakeholders informed of the departmental progress.
• Establish recruitment practices to ensure timely and quality recruitment.
• Create resource requirement (hardware and manpower) plans and raise procurement requests when needed
• Escalate issues to the Head of QA for quick resolution
• Hold regular meetings with Head of QA, Production and Department heads to drive improvements

REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive experience in a QA role with PC/Console QA experience
• Proven successful experience in team management
• Excellent QA Reporting and KPI tracking
• Excellent QA resource planning
• Excellent communication skills – ability to describe identified issues in clear and concise manner
• A methodical, scientific and analytical mindset
• Knowledge of the PC, Console Platforms in terms of hardware and software
• Passion for games
• Strong proficiency in usage of spreadsheets, MS office and PC & internet

BENEFITS:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, this increases 1 day per year of service.
• Career Progression Path
• Flexible Working Hours
• Company paid outings
• Bonus Scheme

And many more!

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call us directly today on +44 (0) 1206 214427!