Senior QA Analyst – Pod Lead

Role Overview

• Lead Pod-Level QA Operations
• Coordinate daily testing priorities and assignments to ensure timely, thorough test execution
• Monitor productivity and ensure QA standards are met across all testing efforts
• Guide and Mentor
• Support and coach junior QA Analysts to improve test accuracy, efficiency, and bug quality
• Provide feedback on test suites, coverage, and documentation to raise team standards
• Drive Test Planning & Execution
• Translate feature specs, user stories, and design documents into actionable test cases and coverage plans
• Create and maintain detailed test cases, ensuring traceability from design to test validation
• Execute assigned testing, including regression, feature, and hotfix validation
• Prioritize testing based on development timelines and release schedules.
• Champion Quality & Communication
• Identify potential quality risks, dependencies, and blockers early.
• Ensure test results are properly logged, and defects are clearly documented with reproducible steps and supporting data
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and Design to communicate findings and support issue resolution
• Optimize & Measure Performance
• Track pod-level QA metrics to identify coverage gaps, recurring issues, or process inefficiencies
• Recommend improvements that reduce retests, improve turnaround time, and strengthen the team’s skill set
• Contribute to ongoing QA process refinement and studio-wide best practices
• Other Duties as Required
• **Execute critical retests, release validation, and post-hotfix verifications as needed to maintain live quality

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on QA experience in mobile or game development, with at least 1 year in a lead or senior role
• Proven ability to coordinate small QA teams and manage testing across multiple features or releases
• Strong understanding of test planning, execution, and reporting for F2P mobile games
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and escalate issues
• A proactive mindset with attention to detail, ownership, and accountability
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where priorities shift and communication is key
• A passion for mobile gaming and a genuine curiosity about what makes great player experiences

Bonus Points

• Experience testing Unity-based mobile titles
• Familiarity with Jira, TestRail, or other test management systems
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of QA metrics
• Prior experience working in pod-based or cross-functional team structures

Tech Stack

• Unity

Benefits

• **15 days holiday **in addition to bank holidays to relax and refresh throughout the year
• with every 5 years of service, you’ll receive an extra 5 days!
• Hybrid Working: We work in the office 2 days a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday is an optional office day. Lunch is provided on all 3 days.
• **Health & Wellness: **Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage plus a $500 a year Wellness Benefit to spend towards personal and mental development.
• **Employee Assistance Program: **Anytime you need it, tap into confidential, caring support with our Employee Assistance Program, always here to lend an ear and a helping hand.
• **Family-Friendly Culture: **A generous parental leave policy and a supportive, family-friendly culture.
• **Regular company events: **Fun events that celebrate our achievements and our team spirit.
• Continuous Professional Development: Propel your career with continuous opportunities for professional development.