QA Lead

About Crytek

Crytek is an independent videogame developer, publisher, and technology provider dedicated to pushing the boundaries of gaming with its cutting-edge 3D game development platform CRYENGINE.

Founded by brothers Avni, Cevat, and Faruk Yerli in 1999, Crytek has studios in Frankfurt am Main (Germany), Kiev (Ukraine) and Istanbul (Turkey).

With a focus on technical innovation and a reputation for setting the industry standard for graphics, Crytek has created multiple award-winning titles, including the original Far Cry, the Crysis series, Ryse: Son of Rome, Warface, The Climb, and Robinson: The Journey.

Position

We are looking for an experienced and passionate QA Lead to support theCRYENGINE department in our Frankfurt, Germany based studio.
As a QA Lead, you will be responsible for quality control throughout the development of CRYENGINE by building testing procedures and managing the team of QA Testers.

• Perform testing of CRYENGINE to verify proper function, data content, performance, usability/playability and hardware/software compatibility.
• Ensure that bug reports are written clearly and accurately, detailing the issues found and the steps required to reproduce those issues.
• Define new and improve existing QA processes for CRYENGINE Development team.
• Serve as the quality gate for CRYENGINE, sign off development changes and product releases.
• Work together with Development team to identify opportunities for improving CRYENGINE quality.
• Liaise with other development groups to align bug fix priorities.
• Coordinate CRYENGINE stabilization process.
• Prepare and deliver regular status reports on product quality and performance.
• Manage, hire and train QA Team personnel.

Your qualification

• 3+ years of experience in QA senior-level role in large software application or video game development.
• Familiarity with modern software development methodologies.
• Ability to research and learn about new techniques and adapt them to project requirements.
• Good knowledge of Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence), software version control and MS Office tools.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively on shared projects with developers, designers and testers.
• Willingness to relocate to Frankfurt am Main area, Germany.

Pluses:

• Experience with CRYENGINE or any other game engine.
• Game development experience, including having shipped a PC or console title.

What we offer

• A refreshing yet highly professional atmosphere in a diverse team.
• Flexible work time.
• FUN.
• Free public transportation ticket, which lets you use public transport free of charge 24/7.
• Free onsite German lessons for our employees and partners / spouses.
• Company language is English. Any additional language is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Extensive assistance with getting visa, work permits and communication with local authorities.
• Relocation support.
• A company apartment for your first few months and help in finding a private apartment....and many more!