Senior QA Project Lead - Activision

Activision Blizzard, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Quality Assurance Project Lead, you will partner closely with QA leadership, Production, and Development teams to ensure best-in-class quality practices across assigned projects. You will drive consistency, efficiency, and accountability throughout the QA lifecycle, while mentoring QA Project Leads and Testers to achieve high-quality outcomes. Success in this role means delivering well-organized QA execution, clear cross-functional communication, and on-time project delivery aligned with Activision’s quality standards. This role is based in our Minneapolis office and follows an onsite work schedule of 5 days per week. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs. At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Requirements

3+ years of experience within the Activision QA Department or a comparable Quality Assurance organization
Prior experience in a QA leadership role, such as QA Project Lead
Demonstrated experience managing QA efforts across multiple projects
Proficiency with DevTrack, Jira, or similar defect tracking and project management tools
Strong understanding of game testing methodologies and bug identification/reporting
Solid knowledge of console platforms, related peripherals, and PC hardware/software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience participating in hiring and interviewing for QA roles
Budget management experience within QA or production environments
Experience developing or improving QA processes, tools, or policies
Familiarity with financial planning concepts such as AOP and P&L considerations
Passion for video games and commitment to delivering high-quality player experiences
Strong mentoring mindset with the ability to develop and inspire others

Responsibilities

Support QA Project Leads throughout the Quality Assurance process from planning through project completion
Create or oversee the creation of comprehensive test plans and test strategies
Manage and track project budgets to ensure projects remain on or under budget
Ensure all QA project documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date
Generate and review project status reports and QA metrics
Review the quality and accuracy of game-related documentation and test cases, adapting them as game changes occur
Contribute to the creation and continuous improvement of QA documentation, tools, and policies
Collaborate with QA Project Leads and Production to identify low-impact bugs that will not be fixed due to risk or limited value
Ensure clear, consistent, and professional communication between QA, Production, and Development teams
Escalate risks, issues, and concerns to the QA Manager as needed
Step in as QA Project Lead when required, leading projects from pre-Alpha through final submission