iam8bit · 11 hours ago
Quality Assurance Manager - Digital Games
Los Angeles, California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expIam8bit is a creative production emporium that has redefined the entertainment industry. The Quality Manager will ensure a high-quality user experience for games by collaborating with developers, testing features, uncovering bugs, and providing feedback on player experience.
ManufacturingMusic
Responsibilities
Write up and categorize software bugs thoroughly and accurately
Write and manage test plans and test cases for releases with development teams, managing outcomes
Ensure test cases are correct and appropriate for each game
Write regular reports covering various aspects of testing
Work with developers to define minimum specifications for PC, Mac, and mobile games
Participate in the planning of test requirements
Develop best practices and standard operating procedures for quality assurance
Serve as a liaison between external QA testers and developers
Maintain test devices, maintaining a broad understanding of technologies for low, mid, and high-end devices
Write build notes and known issues for releases such as playtests, demos, patches, launches, etc
Set up and manage bug tracking for software for developers as needed
Provide constructive feedback on game quality and player experience
Capture gameplay as needed
Create playtest plans, documenting objectives and playtest criteria
Manage and lead playtests, whether internally or with a vendor
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in video game Quality Assurance, with at least 1 year in a team leadership or management role
Experience with functional QA and compatibility QA for PC
Experience directing the work of individual contributors and/or external vendors
High attention to detail and able to juggle multiple projects at once
Experience with game engines and shared technology
Excellent written and verbal communication cross-functionally
Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills
Experience working in agile environments and using project management tools
Able to demonstrate a high level of initiative, autonomy, and self-sufficiency
Passion for games and knowledge of genres, current titles, and trends
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Design, Communication, Project Management, Business Intelligence, or other QA-related field
Thorough understanding of Jira processes and administration
Experience leading or managing playtesting
Experience in mobile, PC, and console games
Coding knowledge
Experience in game production, project management, or operations
Multiple shipped games
Experience with localization QA (internally or externally) and compliance QA
Experience in both game publishing and development
Benefits
401k with employer matching
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Education benefits
Employee discount
Generous paid time off
Company
iam8bit
iam8bit is a production company based in California that manufactures and distributes soundtracks for its clients.
11-50 employees
Funding
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