Technical Test Lead

2K; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

2K seeks a Technical Test Lead within Shared Development Services’ Automation team, embedded with a Montreal-based AAA studio. You will drive automated test strategies and maintain regression suites, collaborating with engineers to ensure quality across platforms.

Your leadership will shape test coverage and developer workflows for a major title. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in software testing, hands-on automation experience, and proven mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in software testing.
• 1+ years in automated testing and/or scripting.
• 1+ years in leadership focusing on test planning, QA best practices, and mentorship.
• Technical background with proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, Appium, or JUnit.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Test Planning: Define objectives and priorities across the AAA game development lifecycle.
• Automation & Tooling: Maintain frameworks and tools to broaden test coverage and optimize health.
• Technical Quality Execution: Direct daily testing, oversee defects, and coordinate with developers.
• Cross-Disciplinary Communication: Align with production and engineering on technical requirements.
• Mentorship & Coaching: Guide a small technical team on QA best practices.

Skills

Software testing

Automation testing

Team leadership

Programming languages

Selenium

Appium

JUnit

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Selenium

Appium

JUnit

TeamCity

Jenkins

Job description

Who We Are

At 2K, we create some of the most iconic and culture-shaping video games in entertainment, including NBA® 2K, BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia*,*, Sid Meier’s Civilization®, XCOM®, as well as fan favorites WWE® 2K*,*, TopSpin®, and PGA TOUR® 2K*.* We build unforgettable experiences by pushing the boundaries of creativity, authenticity and innovation across every genre.

Our portfolio is brought to life by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox, HB Studios, and 2K SportsLab create world-class experiences across platforms.

But what truly powers 2K is our people.

We believe the best ideas come from teams that feel empowered, supported, and inspired. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where people are encouraged to come as they are and do their best work.

What We Need

As a Technical Test Lead within Shared Development Services’ Automation team, you will work as an embedded team member of a Montreal-based AAA game studio. With the support of 2K’s central Test Automation team, you will drive the implementation of test automation for a major AAA title.

This role is tailored for a professional with 4+ years of experience in Quality Assurance who has embraced technical leadership. You will drive the direction of a small, specialized team, overseeing complex regression cycles and maintaining and expanding automated test suites. Your responsibilities will combine implementation of QA best practices, working with engineers to troubleshoot issues, planning of automation strategy, and implementation of automated test cases.

An excellent candidate values technical craftsmanship and is interested in using specialized methodologies—like integrated automation and performance monitoring—to improve test coverage and developer workflows. Joining 2K offers the chance to contribute to world-class franchises within a culture of innovation. You’ll leverage the resources of a global leader in a high-impact studio setting where your technical work will help shape the experience of millions of players worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Test Planning: Implement test strategies and plans across the AAA game development lifecycle. Define technical objectives and priorities to ensure all features meet AAA quality standards.
• Automation & Tooling: Use and maintain existing automated frameworks and performance tools to achieve broad test coverage across platforms and identify bottlenecks to optimize game health.
• Technical Quality Execution: Direct daily testing using regression and manual playthroughs to uncover and troubleshoot complex bugs. Oversee the defect lifecycle and collaborate with developers on high-priority resolutions.
• Cross-Disciplinary Communication: Liaise with production and engineering teams to align on technical requirements. Bridge between your game studio and the Tech and QA teams to balance global standards with local requirements. Translate complex findings into actionable insights for stakeholders to maintain project momentum.
• Mentorship & Coaching: Coach a small technical team on industry tools and QA best practices. Drive technical growth and implementation quality through example and mentorship.

What Will Make You A Great Fit

Required Skills

• 4+ years of professional experience in software testing
• 1+ years in a testing role with a focus on automated testing and/or scripting
• 1+ years in a leadership role focusing on experience in test planning, QA best practices, and team mentorship
• Technical background with proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language such as Java, Python, or C#, Bash, Lua, Powershell, etc.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools/frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, or JUnit.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Valued Experience

• Experience testing AAA games through multiple phases of the game development lifecycle
• Deep and broad experience with First Person Shooter and/or Action RPG titles
• Experience with commercial game engines, such as Unity or Unreal Engine
• Experience with CI/CD systems such as TeamCity, Jenkins, or Horde
• Experience with Test Case Management software such as QMetry or TestRail
• ISTQB or similar certification

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.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

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