QA Manager, Publishing – 6-month Contract

September 26, 2026

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Job Description:

Build the publishing QA function from the ground up
Source and manage external testing partners
Own the QA process end-to-end, from a title's earliest builds through launch
Manage a team of external QA testers
Design and roll out QA strategy, workflows, and standards tailored to each title's scope, platform requirements, and risk areas
Partner with producers, leads, and platform holders to set testing priorities, milestones, and coverage goals
Build and drive execution of test plans, test case libraries, and scenario coverage across game systems, modes, and platforms
Triage and prioritize bugs, track defect status, and drive resolution throughout the certification cycle
Maintain current, audit-ready testing documentation, including test plans, coverage matrices, defect logs, and certification submission records
Report testing status to stakeholders, flag risks early, and provide recommendations
Track emerging QA tooling, methods, and industry practices

Requirements:

8+ years in a senior QA role, with solid grounding in QA methodology across the full production lifecycle
Direct experience leading a testing team
Strong people-management and cross-functional communication skills
Comfort with standard QA tooling: bug tracking, test management platforms, and version control
Sharp attention to detail paired with the judgment to prioritize what actually matters for ship quality
Genuine enthusiasm for games; understanding of game mechanics and player expectations

Benefits:

Potential for project-hire extension and/or conversion to staff hire

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