Head of QA

Job Overview

Wargaming is looking for Head of QA to join our AAA project. In this role you will be responsible for leading the QA department and overseeing all QA processes. The position involves both people management - with a team consisting of 4 different streams - and the management and optimization of pipelines, ensuring the integration of quality assurance best practices throughout the development cycle. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in implementing and maintaining QA practices within the gaming industry, as well as experience in multiple teams.

What will you do?

1. Leading QA department of the project, having some streams in direct reporting and consulting other QA teams of the project
2. Manage hiring, performance management and development of team members for both individual contributors and team leads
3. Navigating implementation of skill assessments and a competency matrix for all QA Engineers of the project
4. Maintaining close partnerships with all stakeholders, including development director, heads of other departments
5. Establishing quality interactions between QA engineers in different teams and with employees from other disciplines and products
6. Getting and sharing in depth knowledge about the project, participating in creation of roadmaps, understanding the development teams’ plans and highlighting risks, implementing new approaches to optimize and streamline testing process

What are we looking for?

1. Diverse high level QA experience in gamedev industry
2. Managerial and leadership skills, both in direct and indirect management
3. Knowledge of modern testing methodologies, tools and approaches
4. Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
5. Strong analytical skills, able to multitask and meet tight deadlines
6. English B2 or higher

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Berlin include:

1. Career development and education opportunities within the company
2. Home internet reimbursement
3. Gym membership through Urban Sports Club - Package M
4. Mental well-being program (iFeel)
5. Language classes
6. Company pension scheme with a company contribution up to 150 EUR per month
7. Personal Gaming Account
8. Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
9. Company events
10. Seniority Awards
11. Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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