Localisation QA Test Lead

PlayStation Global; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global video game company in Liverpool is seeking a Localisation Test Lead to manage quality assurance testing for major game titles. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in software testing and experience in leading remote teams. Responsibilities include creating test plans, managing global testing staff, and communicating with stakeholders worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware and software while being part of a diverse and inclusive team.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Flexitime working

Free car parking facilities

On Site Gym

Subsidised Café

On site bar

Access to cycle garage and showers

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and practical expertise in quality assurance/software testing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once.
• Demonstrated experience with building and managing effective teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the creation and communication of test plans.
• Communicate with producers and stakeholders regarding testing progress.
• Manage global Test teams including onsite testing staff and vendors.

Skills

Change Management

Corporate Communications

Quality assurance/software testing

Defect tracking systems

Cross-cultural business interaction

Job description

Why PlayStation

PlayStation isnt just the Best Place to Play its also the Best Place to Work. Today were recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5 PlayStation4 PlayStationVR PlayStationPlus 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 Group Corporation.

Role overview:

The Localisation Test Lead is responsible for managing the Localisation Testing of products within PlayStation Studios.

Youll bring your experience and skills in the Localisation QA space to our team and in return youll have the opportunity to work on the biggest and best games. You will work on ground-breaking hardware and video games within a large multicultural global team; helping us drive and build the future of games & games testing.

What you’ll be doing:

• Own the creation and communication of test plans for assigned products to Test teams production and global stakeholders
• Communicate with producers and global stakeholders ensuring they are kept up to date with testing progress and title status
• Create and implement appropriate resource plans including vendors and supporting Test Managers in generating title budgets
• Manage global Test teams including onsite testing staff and vendors for assigned products
• Provide day to day direction support and guidance to Test teams
• Maintain excellent knowledge of QA services both current and emerging
• Collaborate with peer group and global teams to promote knowledge sharing and the cultivation of innovation within PlayStation Studios QA
• Gather feedback and data to build and facilitate global facing retrospectives new services strategies and tools
• Maintaining developing and promoting knowledge in the field of quality assurance through attendance at training courses and self-directed learning

What we are looking for:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at once
• Extensive knowledge and practical expertise in quality assurance/software testing
• Quality assurance and quality control techniques methodologies and practices
• Understanding Test Strategy and Resource Management
• Lead and manage remote teams through global communication
• Communicate clearly with internal and external customers globally
• Expertise in cross-cultural business and remote team interaction
• Demonstrated knowledge of defect tracking systems and web-based database utilisation
• Demonstrated experience with building and managing effective teams

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of the localisation industry
• Previous experience within a QA Operations environment
• Successfully shipped global titles on current generation platforms
• ISTQB Foundation level qualification or higher
• ITIL certification
• Project Management accreditation
• Experience in organisational change and conflict resolution
• Proficiency in another language

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday per year
• Flexitime working (where approved)
• Free car parking facilities
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

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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 maternity or parental status 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.

Key Skills

• Change Management
• Corporate Communications
• Apache Commons
• Compensation
• Civil Quality Control

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1