Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the role
As a QA Engineering Manager at Fortis, you’ll oversee our Automation Engineers and QA Analysts focused on developing advanced test solutions for our Central Engineering teams. You’ll oversee a team of engineers developing our test frameworks and tooling for multiple engineering initiatives, while overseeing the quality delivery of both test services and technology for our game projects. As part of QA leadership, you’ll help define our long-term direction and strategy of Test Automation including advancements in areas around Data Analysis and AI.
What you’ll achieve
- Team Management: Overseeing multiple initiatives you’ll oversee our team’s strategy of approach and overall success. You’ll define the structure and staffing needed for success, while being responsible for the career development and delivery for everyone on the team.
- Resource Allocation: You’re ensuring we always have the right talents where we need them, while providing opportunities for your team’s growth. You’re proactive in understanding staffing and other resource needs, including planned skill development to meet your team’s objectives.
- Stakeholder Communication: You’re constantly collaborating with QA and Development leaders ensuring your team is always focused on the highest values, driving solutions around maintaining stakeholder awareness around project status, opportunity, and challenges.
- Process Improvement: Leveraging processes, data, and feedback; You continually look for opportunities to increase the overall capabilities of the team. Challenges are tackled quickly but used to mature the team against future challenges.
- Team health: Culture is important to us, and you set the tone while ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
What you’ll need to be successful
- Proven experience in a leadership role within an engineering team.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a high performance team.
- Experience developing using Agile methodologies.
- Understanding of web and backend API testing automation.
- Experience with programming languages such as Javascript/Typescript, C# or Python.
- Knowledge of AWS cloud services
- Understanding of CI/CD workflows and platforms such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or TeamCity.
- Demonstrated ability to work with multiple teams, identifying project requirements, and ensuring successful delivery.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
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We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
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Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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