Senior Manager, Test

Who We Are

Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.

Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, WWE 2K, and XCOM.

At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, and want our community of candidates to reflect this commitment. We encourage all qualified applicants to explore our global positions. 2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

What We Need

As the Senior Manager, Test you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality, stability, and functionality of our gaming products. You will focus on moving the department forward regarding test disciplines, build process and coordinate among different Test Managers across different projects. You will work with a team of talented quality assurance professionals, overseeing the testing process from inception to release. This position requires a deep understanding of video game development, a passion for gaming, and exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Location: Las Vegas(Onsite)

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Test Planning: Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans for each stage of game development, from pre-production to post-launch updates that can apply to various titles..
• Quality Assurance Standards: Establish and enforce quality assurance standards and best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Risk Management: Identify and prioritize project risks related to quality, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Collaboration: Work closely with a team of Managers, Sr Leads, Leads and testers across various teams and products, game developers, producers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and facilitate effective communication.
• Metrics and Reporting: Define and track key quality metrics, providing regular reports and updates to project stakeholders across the organization.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with external testing partners or vendors as needed, ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards.

What Will Make You A Great Fit

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on video game testing.
• Proven experience managing testing teams and leading QA efforts for video game development projects.
• Strong knowledge of game development processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with various gaming platforms (e.g., PC, console, mobile) and their respective testing requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, prioritize tasks, and solve complex problems.
• Experience with test management tools and defect tracking systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Passion for video games and a commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

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