Position Title: QA Lead
Studio/Department: Quality Assurance
Employee Type: Full Time
Location:Renton, WA/Remote (Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA, WA, TX, NY))
Salary Range: $, - $,, pay may vary on location.
Description
The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for coordinating testing of Magic the Gathering Online. Providing support for the development teams on planning testing for Content and Feature releases, supporting Live Ops and directing the QA team on day-to-day operations. This position reports to the Senior Producer.
- Create Test Plans for Content and Feature Releases
- Collaborate with the development team on Test Coverage and Risk assessment
- Coordinate QA team tasks and direction
- Support Community and Customer Support teams on investigation of player reports
- Work on Iterative Process improvement with Producers
- Advocate for the player experience by giving qualitative feedback
- Support Live Releases and Emergencies on the Live Environment
- Experience working with outsourced testers
Leader In Craft
- Modern Techniques: Proficient in QA Methodologies and best practices
- Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proactive: Raises visibility on issues
- Experience: 4 years of quality assurance
- Knowledge: Deep Understanding of Magic the Gathering Rules and Gameplay
- Bonus: Familiarity with MTGO or Digital Magic the Gathering
- End result: Exhibits essential inter-team cooperation to ensure the game is improved and ready for customers.
Culture
- Innovative Ownership: Be an owner, build owners
We know that to succeed means to fail but fail wisely and come back better. Don't do something just because it's always done that way. Be open to learning from all sources and be willing to teach all. Work smart and pursue your craft with passion.
- Empathy: Walk in their shoes
We take the time to see from the perspectives of our team members and our players. We care deeply, behave positively, and communicate candidly. Emotional intelligence allows our team to act with respect and appreciate each another (and ourselves).
- Collaboration: See the best idea, not have the best idea
We are better together than by ourselves, so we know that a great idea can come from anywhere. We are committed to hiring the best-fitting team members who amplify our craftsmanship and inspire us all to grow.
- Honesty/Humility: Integrity matters
We have the self-reflection to hold ourselves accountable and support those who also hold themselves accountable. Be transparent to build trust and a team that is empowered to be bold and authentic. We trust our team members and their feedback.
Other Criteria
- Years of Experience, Education, and/or Certification... Knowledge of Test Casing Software and Bug Management Software (Testrail, Jira, etc) Education High School Graduate or equivalent Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Strong analytical and organizational skills Working background in Quality Assurance or 6+ years in the gaming industry Working knowledge of the software development process Knowledge of Magic the Gathering required