Console Certification Lead Tester

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At Wizards of the Coast, we harness the power of imagination and connection to create unforgettable experiences.

We create entertainment that inspires creativity, sparks passion, forges friendships, and fosters communities around the globe. In every pursuit our mission is to inspire a lifetime love of games.

Whether it's through the strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering®, the rich storytelling of Dungeons & Dragons®, or our AAA digital game studios, we build worlds that bring people together, spark creativity, and fuel adventure. As we continue to grow and explore new realms, we're seeking passionate, curious, and innovative minds to join the adventure.  

We’re looking for a Console Certification Lead Tester to join our Publishing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background within the games industry and experience in leading certification testing for partners such as Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo consoles. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor in making sure our projects meet all requirements and are fully prepared for submission to the first parties for approval.

What You’ll Do:  

• Lead the certification testing process for console games, ensuring compliance with platform holder requirements.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts for certification testing.
• Collaborate and coordinate with development teams to identify and resolve issues related to certification requirements.
• Manage a team of certification testers, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Track and report on the status of certification testing, including progress, issues, and risks.
• Make recommendations on the severity of issues and which may be potentially waived. 
• Work closely with Publishing partners such as FQA, Production and Release Management to ensure that every step of the process is as efficient as it can be.
• Collaborate with platform holders to stay up-to-date with certification requirements and guidelines.
• Ensure that all certification documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Proactively and through review identify areas for improvement in the certification process.
• Conduct spot checks of outsourced compliance testing to validate accuracy and quality of results.
• Develop internal publishing standards and create test cases to ensure quality and consistency for PC releases.
• Special projects as required.

What You Will Bring: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance within the games industry.
• Experience leading QA efforts for successful certification passes for game releases.
• Good grasp of first party requirements (TRCs, XRs, Lotcheck).
• Proficiency in bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. 

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.

The base salary range for this position is $92,300.00 to $138,400.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match
• Life & Family Support: Paid Parental Leave
• Giving Back: Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs
• Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement
• Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts & More!

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