QA Lead, Blankos

We are Mythical Games. A fully funded startup innovating at the intersection of video games and blockchain. Our goal is to lead the industry with the launch of exceptional video game experiences that leverage Blockchain Technology, while also providing a platform of robust tools that will allow any other game developer to do the same.

We are looking for a highly-organized and experienced QA Lead with exceptional communication skills and proven game production experience. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of Quality Assurance for the Blankos franchise, including the game itself as well as all supporting functions such as web, marketing, platform integrations, e-commerce, localization, support tools, etc.

Strong problem-solving skills, expertise leading QA teams, management of external QA outsource vendors, collaboration with remote resources, and a team first attitude are all essential to your success.

This position will report to the Executive Producer.

Our Seattle office is located in the heart of quirky, creative Ballard. When we’re not making awesome games, we’re out sampling the delicious food Ballard has to offer; we’re sipping coffee (or tea) at our favorite coffee shops; or we’re engrossed in epic table-top battles at Cafe Mox. We’re passionate about creating a tight-knit work environment that feels like you’re hanging out with your friends.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, partner with, and actively manage QA vendors required to support development, launch, live service support, as well as regular feature and content updates post-launch
• Work with stakeholders to understand feature design, develop robust test plans, and acquired testing support with preferred vendors for development, launch, and ongoing maintenance phases
• Work closely with production to ensure that appropriate testing time is accounted for in project plans
• Oversee bug triage and resolution, working with production resources to ensure bug fixing time is built into resource planning and bugs are prioritized and resolved appropriately
• Regularly communicate status, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Day to day creation and communication of tasks, priorities, and deadlines for external support teams
• Facilitate healthy collaboration, strong communication, effective process, and accountability

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of QA experience
• Proven results managing QA for game development and supporting functions