MQA Team Lead

An international product company specializing in gaming products is looking for a MQA Team Lead.

About project:
— The project is a gaming solution that consists of multiple components such as frontend, backend, and other services.

Your future team:
— PM, BackEnd developers (C++), QA team, AQA team, Frontend developers (JavaScript).

Requirements:

• 4+ years of practical testing experience: Deep understanding of testing processes, types of testing (functional, regression, integration, load testing, etc.), and their practical application
• 2+ years of experience in managing a testing team: Experience in leading a team, ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members
• Knowledge of QA processes: Ability to create and improve QA processes to ensure high product quality
• Understanding and applying strategies for investigation, troubleshooting, and problem localization: Experience in finding, analyzing, and resolving defects
• Skills in developing and maintaining comprehensive test documentation: Ability to create test plans, test cases, defect reports, etc.
• Initiative and proactivity: Ability to independently find solutions and suggest improvements
• Ability to learn quickly and desire for continuous improvement: Constant development of professional skills and learning new technologies
• Excellent communication skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with different team members and departments
• Experience in API testing: Working with API testing tools (Postman, Fiddler, etc.)
• Experience in GameDev\Gambling, testing slots etc
• Understanding of JSON, XML formats: Ability to work with these data formats
• Basic knowledge of SQL and Linux command line: Ability to perform basic queries and work with the command line
• Experience in UI testing: Checking the user interface for compliance with requirements
• Experience in developing and updating test scripts and test plans: Ability to adapt test documentation to project changes
• Experience in managing tasks and defects using Jira (or similar tools): Organizing and prioritizing tasks, effective use of tracking systems
• Knowledge of Agile SDLC (software development lifecycle): Understanding the principles of agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
• Strong understanding of fundamental test processes: Knowledge of the main principles and approaches to testing
• English — B2+
• Ukrainian — C1+

Responsibilities:

• Overall management of the testing department: Organizing and coordinating the work of the testing team to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Creating general test documentation (strategy, standards): Developing and maintaining documentation that regulates testing processes, standards, and methodologies
• Taking part in roadmap planning and estimations: Collaborating with management and other departments to prioritize and plan product development
• Task assignment and prioritization for subordinates: Distributing tasks among team members, setting priorities, and monitoring task execution
• Ensuring interim and final control of tasks assigned to the department: Monitoring progress, identifying issues, and ensuring timely task completion
• Planning the work of the department for the week, month, quarter, and year: Developing and implementing plans to achieve short-term and long-term goals
• Preparing reports on the work done for the week, month, quarter, and year: Compiling reports to evaluate the department’s performance and achievement of goals
• Creating and executing test cases/checklists: Developing test scenarios and executing them to verify product functionality
• Functional backend testing: Testing the server-side of the software to ensure it meets requirements
• Functional front-end testing: Testing the user interface to ensure usability and correct operation
• Executing manual regression tests: Checking the software after changes to ensure no new bugs have been introduced
• Executing functional and non-functional testing: Comprehensive testing of the product, including performance, security, and other aspects
• Reviewing test cases: Assessing and evaluating the quality of test scenarios created by team members
• Reporting defects and test results: Documenting found defects and the results of the tests performed
• Following the QA process: Adhering to standard quality assurance procedures and maintaining high testing standards

Working conditions:
— Competitive salary and Quarterly bonus system
— Flexible schedule — You can choose convenient working hours (start work from 8 to 11, 8 hours/day) — No tracking systems
— Remote or hybrid work in Bratislava Office(Slovakia)
— Business trips to Bratislava — the company provides compensation of the expenses
— Care for employees’ work-life balance — 17 working days of vacation; unlimited sick leave; preserved public holidays, in accordance with Ukrainian legislation
— Learning and professional development — English and Slovak courses; Paid professional courses and certifications

We value honesty, openness, friendliness, a positive attitude, and independence.
Let’s create a cool product with us:)