Lead QA Manager - End-to-End Game Quality

Aesir Interactive

United States

Remote

USD 81,000 - 128,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Aesir Interactive in Munich, Germany, is seeking a hands-on QA Lead to own the entire quality assurance process for their multi-platform titles including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch. You will orchestrate test planning, lead QA teams, oversee execution across builds, and collaborate with development and creative teams to ensure top-tier quality before release.

This role requires proven leadership on game projects, strong JIRA skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional gaming

Qualifications

Proven QA lead experience overseeing at least 3 game projects from conception to release, including console testing.
Track record of successfully leading similar teams in previous roles.
Advanced bug/defect tracking skills using JIRA; deep understanding of game QA methodologies.
Excellent communication abilities to coordinate between departments and teams.
Experience managing outsourced QA partners.
Strong written communication for documenting and presenting test plans.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage the entire QA testing protocol from early game design to final release, including black box/functional, regression, and end-phase testing.
Attend planning and sprint meetings as the QA representative, advocating for QA needs and coverage.
Coordinate with development and creative teams; guide QA testers toward project goals.
Oversee daily smoke tests and performance checks across game versions and platforms; report defects.
Develop, enhance, and maintain detailed test cases and scripts for functionality, performance, and UX.
Identify, analyze, and report issues; provide actionable improvements for design, functionality, and performance.
Lead submission testing phases to ensure quality standards before release.
Integrate player and team feedback to improve QA and player satisfaction.
Own assigned project end-to-end; maintain timeline awareness and QA representation.
Formulate clear test plans with timelines, priorities, and ownership; communicate to the team.
Delegate tasks across QA and outsourced resources; track progress and priorities.
Proactively chase information and respond to cross-department requests promptly.
Identify patterns in defect data and workflows; propose concrete solutions and tooling improvements.
Suggest future QA improvements and stay current with QA tooling and AI-assisted testing.