QA Project Lead / QA Test Lead @ PlayStation Global

QA Project Lead / QA Test Lead

Posted on 3/27/2023

INACTIVE

5,001-10,000 employees

Online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service

Company Overview

Playstation's mission is to deliver new joy, excitement and awe to everyone. The company builds software and hardware for gaming consoles and content.

Locations

Liverpool, UK

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

JIRA

Communications

Quality Assurance (QA)

Software Testing

CategoriesNew

QA & Testing

Requirements

Proven tenure/experience in QA Operations
Excellent communication, organisational and social skills
Excellent critical analysis skills
Experience with JIRA or similar issue tracking systems
Passionate about video games

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for testing activities on your assigned projects, communicating clearly to the test team, production and global partners
Plan, implement and complete functional testing strategy for your assigned projects
Responsible for the creation, maintenance and communication of all functional test plans for your assigned projects
Working alongside the Test Manager & Production to develop and lead the resource plans for your projects. You will also assist the Test Manager in Budget related activities (for example the creation of budgets and communication)
Lead testing teams locally as well as coordinating distributed test teams globally
Contribute towards operational training, development and performance management to assigned Senior Testers and Testers
Develop knowledge of QA services and techniques and help drive process improvement and future PlayStation Studio QA service offerings
Collaborate with your peer group and applicable department teams to promote knowledge sharing and the cultivation of innovation within PlayStation Studio QA
Support project closure activities, such as capturing & collating feedback and data to create and facilitate project post mortems

Desired Qualifications

Successfully shipped a major title in a QA Lead capacity
PlayStation platform knowledge
Knowledge of PlayStation Studios QA Operations, processes, systems and workflows
Adept at front line troubleshooting and support
PC Games testing experience, supporting and releasing titles across a range of platforms like Steam, Epic, Origin, GOG, etc
General understanding of PC/Mobile device compatibility testing
Software testing Qualifications (such as ISTQB® Foundation level qualification or higher)
Proficient in Japanese

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Role: QA Project Lead/ QA Test Lead

Role Overview:

An exciting opportunity to join a global team as we support PlayStation Studios & their projects. As a QA Project Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating functionality QA activities on your assigned projects within PlayStation Studios. You will get to work on ground-breaking hardware and video games within a large multicultural, multi region team; helping us drive and build the future of games & games testing. You will be joining a passionate team to deliver projects on-time and in-line with agreed SLA’s.

What you’ll be doing:

Act as the primary point of contact for testing activities on your assigned projects, communicating clearly to the test team, production and global partners
Plan, implement and complete functional testing strategy for your assigned projects
Responsible for the creation, maintenance and communication of all functional test plans for your assigned projects
Working alongside the Test Manager & Production to develop and lead the resource plans for your projects. You will also assist the Test Manager in Budget related activities (for example the creation of budgets and communication)
Lead testing teams locally as well as coordinating distributed test teams globally
Contribute towards operational training, development and performance management to assigned Senior Testers and Testers
Develop knowledge of QA services and techniques and help drive process improvement and future PlayStation Studio QA service offerings
Collaborate with your peer group and applicable department teams to promote knowledge sharing and the cultivation of innovation within PlayStation Studio QA
Support project closure activities, such as capturing & collating feedback and data to create and facilitate project post mortems

What we’re looking for:

Proven tenure/experience in QA Operations
Excellent communication, organisational and social skills
Excellent critical analysis skills
Experience with JIRA or similar issue tracking systems
Passionate about video games

Nice to have:

Successfully shipped a major title in a QA Lead capacity
PlayStation platform knowledge
Knowledge of PlayStation Studios QA Operations, processes, systems and workflows
Adept at front line troubleshooting and support
PC Games testing experience, supporting and releasing titles across a range of platforms like Steam, Epic, Origin, GOG, etc
General understanding of PC/Mobile device compatibility testing
Software testing Qualifications (such as ISTQB® Foundation level qualification or higher)
Proficient in Japanese

Benefits:

Discretionary bonus opportunity
BUPA Private Medical Insurance
Dental Scheme
25 days holiday per year
On site Gym
Subsidised Café
Free soft drinks
On site bar
Access to cycle garage and showers
Free eye test and glasses voucher
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Competitive Pension

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.