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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Video Game Test Lead - **Company:** GLOBALSTEP, LLC - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, JIRA, Bug Tracking Systems, Databases, Video Game Development, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Test Management, Diagnostic Tools, Test Scripts, Bug Reporting, Testrail - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=043ccc19ae4e1f66 ## About the Role * 3+ years of Games QA experience, including shipping at least 1 AAA title * QA experience at all stages of the development cycle * Experience leading Games QA teams and projects * Excellent communication skills using spoken and written English * Highly proficient QA tools such as bug-tracking databases (i.e. JIRA), test case management software (i.e. TestRail), checklists on MS Excel Preferred: * Understanding of Agile workflow and how Games QA fits this methodology * Experience working for a Games QA Outsourcing company as a Games QA Lead * Experience working on multiple titles * Technical knowledge of games consoles and terminology * Technical knowledge of Windows PCs and Mac devices * Experience in technical network testing using various diagnostic tools, * Ability to prioritize testing tasks under tight deadlines * Critical thinking and problem solving skills * Team player * Work well under pressure * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as business needs evolve * Strong communicator who serves as a mentor to the team, * Halo video games: 5 years (Required) * paid job experience as video game test lead: 1 year (Required) ## Description Due to continued expansion in the US, GlobalStep is looking for Video Game Test Leads. You will be part of a growing testing team providing technology services to our global customer base. As a QA Test Lead, you'll be responsible for: * Leading various projects * Supervising and leading a group of QA testers per project * Validate test requests and set up projects before tests start * Assigning clear tasks to testers * Managing time and resources to meet project deadlines and requirements * Managing various bug-tracking databases depending on each project needs * Validating bug reports from testers and ensuring they meet the client and company standards * Developing and updating comprehensive test plans and detailed test cases * Verifying that checklists are understood and diligently followed by the testers * Participating in the training, motivation and evolution of each tester * Evaluating tester performance * Being the main point of contact with clients and maintaining a high level of communication * Escalating urgent or critical problems to management and/or client, depending on the situation * Participating in the evolution of the QA services and strategies * Creating and sending detailed test reports to clients * Creating post-mortem on projects if required * Device management: responsible for devices used by the team and following company procedures about getting and returning devices, account management and other rules * Assisting management with any other task, including scoping projects and testing * Demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism and fostering a positive working environment * Mentoring, coaching and training testers and future test leads ## Related Videos - [Winning talents through play - Corporate Gaming with AKEYI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1062-winning-talents-through-play-corporate-gaming-with-akeyi) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [WWC24 Talk - Brenda Romero - Stay: Surviving and Thriving in Tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/467-wwc24-talk-brenda-romero-stay-surviving-and-thriving-in-tech) - [10 Coding Games to Teach You How to Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/151-10-coding-games-to-teach-you-how-to-code) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)