Netflix
QA Test Lead, Internal Games Studios
Netflix, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
QA Test Lead - Internal Studios, Games - Operations
Netflix is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Test Lead to join the Netflix Game Studio in delivering the next generation of video games for a worldwide audience.
As a test professional, your hands-on approach, and innovative technical proficiency will have a significant impact on the oversight of internally developed Netflix titles and in leading the QA effort for their releases. This role requires exceptional testing expertise, project management skills, and a deep understanding of a diverse consumer device universe with a focus on mobile and cloud gaming.
With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a real passion for a positive user experience; the ideal candidate will work as an integrated member of a cross-functional team, participating in the design, and execution, of QA strategies and methods.
This position requires the ability to lead a mix of internal and vendor QA staff assigned to your projects, meet business deadlines, and uphold the highest levels of quality.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a test team towards individual and team excellence
Coordinate responsible test areas with internal staff and vendor QA groups
Drive test development, estimation, planning, execution, reporting, and closure
Project manage and maintain testing schedules for all game titles in your area
Own and drive requirements gathering and risk identification
Some hands-on testing of game functionality across the Android/iOS device universe along with other consumer devices
Conduct and lead live operations testing as your titles release
Deep involvement in developing/identifying appropriate tooling and frameworks to support all testing efforts
Coach and develop talent across the department
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of industry experience in QA
Minimum 3 years experience leading test teams
Minimum 3 years of QA project management experience
Priority for mobile games testing experience, with exceptional iOS/Android testing skills
Experience with Unity
Demonstrated experience in test planning for complex features/systems
Expert knowledge of technical requirements, tools, and processes
Experience translating requirements into effective test cases
Proven ability to work both remotely and independently
Passion for games with a commitment to quality
Bonus Skills
Certifications: PMP, Scrum Master and/or Product Owner, ISTQB
Coding Knowledge: XML/HTML, JavaScript, Python, Java, C/C++/ C#, SQL
PC/Web experiencing or the ability to learn.
Experience with JIRA, TestRail, and TCM tools
Location:
West Coast preferred
Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $50,000- $250,000 USD.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here (https://jobs.netflix.com/work-life-philosophy) .
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here (https://jobs.netflix.com/culture) .
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
Netflix is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance (QA) Test Lead to join the Netflix Game Studio in delivering the next generation of video games for a worldwide audience.
As a test professional, your hands-on approach, and innovative technical proficiency will have a significant impact on the oversight of internally developed Netflix titles and in leading the QA effort for their releases. This role requires exceptional testing expertise, project management skills, and a deep understanding of a diverse consumer device universe with a focus on mobile and cloud gaming.
With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a real passion for a positive user experience; the ideal candidate will work as an integrated member of a cross-functional team, participating in the design, and execution, of QA strategies and methods.
This position requires the ability to lead a mix of internal and vendor QA staff assigned to your projects, meet business deadlines, and uphold the highest levels of quality.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a test team towards individual and team excellence
Coordinate responsible test areas with internal staff and vendor QA groups
Drive test development, estimation, planning, execution, reporting, and closure
Project manage and maintain testing schedules for all game titles in your area
Own and drive requirements gathering and risk identification
Some hands-on testing of game functionality across the Android/iOS device universe along with other consumer devices
Conduct and lead live operations testing as your titles release
Deep involvement in developing/identifying appropriate tooling and frameworks to support all testing efforts
Coach and develop talent across the department
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of industry experience in QA
Minimum 3 years experience leading test teams
Minimum 3 years of QA project management experience
Priority for mobile games testing experience, with exceptional iOS/Android testing skills
Experience with Unity
Demonstrated experience in test planning for complex features/systems
Expert knowledge of technical requirements, tools, and processes
Experience translating requirements into effective test cases
Proven ability to work both remotely and independently
Passion for games with a commitment to quality
Bonus Skills
Certifications: PMP, Scrum Master and/or Product Owner, ISTQB
Coding Knowledge: XML/HTML, JavaScript, Python, Java, C/C++/ C#, SQL
PC/Web experiencing or the ability to learn.
Experience with JIRA, TestRail, and TCM tools
Location:
West Coast preferred
Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $50,000- $250,000 USD.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here (https://jobs.netflix.com/work-life-philosophy) .
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here (https://jobs.netflix.com/culture) .
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.