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Video Game Quality Assurance Lead (QA)

Mediabistro
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2025

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Video Game QA Lead to oversee the testing process and ensure the highest quality standards for our games.

Nerd Ninjas is a fully remote, fast-moving, multi-disciplinary team of creative professionals that work hard and play hard. We’re working on fun and interesting projects across VR, AR, mobile, and desktop.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead a team of outsourced QA testers, providing guidance, training, and feedback.
  • Develop, implement, and execute comprehensive test plans, strategies, and test cases for game features, functionality, and performance.
  • Track, document, and report bugs using bug-tracking software (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, DevTrack).
  • Collaborate with developers, designers, and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
  • Monitor and analyze stability and game performance across multiple platforms.
  • Ensure compliance with platform certification requirements.
  • Manage test cycles and oversee regression testing, ensuring that fixes do not introduce new issues.
  • Advocate for quality throughout the development lifecycle and participate in risk assessments.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, QA best practices, and new testing technologies.
  • Provide feedback on game design, mechanics, and overall user experience.
  • Organize regular internal playtests across the organization.

Requirements :

  • 4 years experience in game QA, with at least 1 year in a lead or management role.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
  • Strong understanding of game development cycles, testing methodologies, and debugging processes.
  • Experience with platform-related compliance processes.
  • Ability to analyze and troubleshoot technical and gameplay-related issues.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Passion for video games and a deep understanding of player experience.
  • Strong English communication skills with the ability to articulate issues effectively.
  • Ability to work remotely and is available during core team hours, M-F : 9 : 00am - 5pm Pacific Time.
  • Must be a US or Canadian resident (unfortunately, visa sponsorships are not available; applicants outside North America will not be considered).
  • Pluses :

  • Experience with VR, AR and / or Mobile platforms.
  • Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
  • Familiarity with performance testing tools and debugging software.
  • Knowledge of network testing, multiplayer functionality, and live-service games.
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
  • Lives in the Pacific Northwest.
  • Salary Range for this position is : $70k - $100k depending on experience and ability.

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