Senior QA Lead

We are looking for a candidate capable of leading multiple QA teams in Paris (Cergy), to be a strong voice and champion the QA Team across the full development lifecycle, establishing and improving testing guidelines, training junior and senior QA and QA Leads, as well as being a communication bridge between production, engineering, and QA on a key suite of projects.Responsibilities:Be a strong voice of QA team in production and client meetings & be able to independently define and drive QA strategy for a large projectIn close relation with our video game production teams and in an international environment, you will be tasked with leading a pair of QA Team's in ParisChampion QA best practices across the full development lifecycleSpend time hands-on providing leadership by example.Assist in the growth and development of the team members. Participating in trainings, reviews, and evaluations.Working with producers and other stakeholders to define testing plans and processes (both for embedded Dev QA and external General QA).Working hands-on with QA teams to ensure quality of deliverables and thoroughness of testing coverage.Proactively contributing to development and deployment of QA tools.Ensuring excellent communication, positive working relationships and teamwork within the development & QA team and across disciplines.Keeping abreast of current trends in the marketplace especially regarding best practices, tools and processes.Qualifications:At least 5+ years of experience in a QA Leadership role in the game industry.At least 9+ years quality assurance experienceProven track record of shipped (preferable AAA) games on multiple platforms (PC, console, mobile) in a leadership roleProject and people management skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Excellent knowledge of testing methodology as well as required software (JIRA / TTP, Excel, PowerPoint...).Excellent knowledge of QA tools covering different areas of the development pipeline, their design & functionality.Being fluent in English is mandatory for communicating: English written and spoken.Working knowledge of SCRUM and Agile practices.Work well / respond to pressure.Think critically and apply analytical skills in resolving complex issues.Quickly master proprietary tools and development processes.Strong videogames knowledge.About UsFounded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with over 4,200 employees across 25 offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high- quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide.About Our TeamFounded in 2010 and later acquired by Virtuos in 2017, our Paris studio is located within the lush confines of Parc Saint-Christophe in Cergy – close to the city center of Paris and easily reachable by public transport.What We OfferWork at Virtuos Paris studio, close to the city center of Paris - the iconic capital of FranceContribute to the world’s biggest AAA titles in gamingEnd-of-project celebrations, teambuilding outings, and studio bonding activitiesGaming corners with consoles and a common areaComprehensive medical healthcare provided for all staffRemote work is possibleRelocation supportCareer and international mobility opportunities with Virtuos Internal Mobility ProgramPeople matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr