Game Development Team Lead Job Description
About the Role
The Game Quality Assurance (GQA) team lead is responsible for overseeing the testing process, ensuring that games are delivered to the highest standards of quality and excellence. This includes defining and implementing comprehensive testing strategies, creating and maintaining detailed test plans, and ensuring proper execution of testing activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing and leading the testing team, which includes hiring, training, performance evaluations, and administrative tasks such as timesheets and hardware needs.
* Defining and implementing a comprehensive testing strategy and testing process for software development projects and ensuring that the testing activities are properly aligned with the project objectives and timelines.
* Creating and maintaining detailed project test plans, test cases, and test scripts, and ensuring that they are properly documented and communicated to the testing team.
* Conducting testing activities, including Blackbox manual testing and ensuring that the testing activities are properly executed and documented.
* Managing the defect tracking and resolution process, ensuring that defects are properly prioritized and resolved in a timely manner.
* Communicating testing results and issues to project stakeholders, including project managers, developers, and senior management, and providing recommendations for improvement.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A secondary or higher education, preferably with a diploma in an IT-related field.
* Proficiency in English (B2-C1 level) and strong skills in database management.
* Passion for gaming with a solid understanding of Microsoft Suite, JIRA, and experience with computer, console, and mobile games/applications.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders such as developers, product managers, and business analysts.
* Strong communication skills for managing diverse teams and ensuring clear, effective interaction.
* Capable of managing resources and timelines to meet project deadlines.
* Keen attention to detail, with strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
What We Offer
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. You will have access to cutting-edge technology and tools, and will be working on high-profile projects that will help shape the future of gaming. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional results, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence.
Working Conditions
This role is based in Braga, Portugal, and requires a regular full-time schedule. If you are a motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about game development, we encourage you to apply.