The Role
Lead a video game QA team in Shanghai, combining hands-on testing with team leadership and development. Define testing plans and processes with producers, ensure deliverable quality and test coverage, develop QA tools, support training and evaluations, and foster collaboration across development disciplines. The role requires shipped multi-platform game experience, strong testing methodology knowledge, project and people management skills, Agile practices, communication abilities, and fluency in English.
Summary Generated by Built In
PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.
At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.
Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.
At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.
Responsibilities- In close relation with our video game production teams and in an international environment, you will be tasked with leading a QA Team on a key project in Shanghai.
- Spending time hands-on, providing leadership by example.
- Assisting in the growth and development of the team members. Participating in trainings, reviews, and evaluations.
- Working with producers and other stakeholders to define testing plans and processes (both for embedded Dev QA and external General QA).
- Working hands-on with QA teams to ensure quality of deliverables and thoroughness of testing coverage.
- Proactively contributing to development and deployment of QA tools.
- Ensuring excellent communication, positive working relationships and teamwork within the development & QA team and across disciplines.
- Keeping abreast of current trends in the marketplace especially regarding best practices, tools and processes.
- At least 3 years of experience in QA lead role in the game industry (could be less if supported by relevant QA experience from other branches of IT industry).
- Proven track record of shipped (preferable AAA) games on multiple platforms (PC, console, mobile) in senior or lead role.
- Project and people management skills.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Good knowledge of testing methodology as well as required software (JIRA / TTP, Excel, PowerPoint...).
- Good knowledge of QA tools covering different areas of development pipeline, their design & functionality.
- Being fluent in English is mandatory for communicating : English written and spoken.
- Working knowledge of SCRUM and Agile practices.
- Work well / respond to pressure.
- Think critically and apply analytical skills in resolving complex issues.
- Quickly master proprietary tools and development processes.
- Strong videogames knowledge.
Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high-quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide.
About Our Team
The award-winning Virtuos Shanghai studio was founded in late 2004, the first of six game development studios located internationally and the former headquarters of the group before its relocation to Singapore in 2018.
Staffed by a multicultural group of talents, the studio specializes in providing full-stack game development and co-development services, including technical support for art and engineering. Virtuos Shanghai is also the base of operations for multiple Art teams working on the world’s top triple-A projects.
• Work alongside industry veterans
• A total of 14 different nationalities working together
• Live and work in an exciting, cosmopolitan city
• Contribute to the world’s biggest AAA games
• Customized training programs and regular workshops
• Group fitness, wellness activities
• Reasonable and flexible working hours
• Gaming corners with consoles and canteens on every floor
• Comprehensive medical healthcare provided for all staff
• Relocation support provided
• Career and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility Program
People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of experience in a QA lead role in the game industry, or equivalent relevant QA experience in another IT branch.
- Proven track record of shipped games on multiple platforms, including PC, console, or mobile, in a senior or lead role.
- Project and people management skills.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of testing methodologies and QA software such as JIRA, TTP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of QA tools covering different areas of the development pipeline, including their design and functionality.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile practices.
- Ability to work well and respond effectively under pressure.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills for resolving complex issues.
- Ability to quickly master proprietary tools and development processes.
- Strong video game knowledge.
- AAA game shipping experience is preferable.
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high-quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide. Visit www.virtuosgames.com to find out how we can make games better, together.
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