EPAM Systems

Head of Game Testing

EPAM Systems • $150K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in New York, NY
Consumer Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in Game QA, with at least 3 years in leadership roles
  • Proven track record of launching multiple AAA titles across various platforms
  • Experience in presales or consulting with a focus on custom QA solutions
  • Strong technical knowledge of Unreal and Unity engine architectures
  • Deep expertise in platform compliance requirements for major consoles
  • Commercial acumen in project estimation and resource budgeting
  • Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations

Responsibilities

  • Partner with business development for high-stakes client pitches
  • Architect custom QA technical solutions tailored to client needs
  • Manage the discovery and onboarding phases for new client engagements
  • Conduct audits of development pipelines and implement automation strategies
  • Forecast staffing models and establish service level agreements for QA teams
  • Present QA readiness metrics and compliance risks to studio executives
  • Identify business expansion opportunities within existing client accounts

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule
  • Opportunity to work with top-tier game studios
  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration with multi-functional teams
  • Professional development opportunities and training programs
  • Insight into the latest industry trends and technologies
Full Job Description
Lead the future of game quality assurance as a strategic advisor and presales powerhouse. You will architect custom QA solutions for top-tier game studios, drive new business growth, and establish the operational frameworks that bring AAA and AA titles to market with confidence and precision. Req# [redacted] Responsibilities Partner with business development teams to lead high-stakes client pitches, architect bespoke QA technical solutions, and draft precise Statements of Work for prospective game studio partners Own the full discovery and onboarding phase for new client engagements, mapping engineering workflows, platform compliance needs, and automation requirements for seamless transition into active testing Act as a trusted strategic advisor to game studios, auditing development pipelines and implementing automation, CI/CD integration, and risk-management strategies across diverse title portfolios Forecast staffing models, establish SLAs, and optimize delivery frameworks for multi-disciplinary internal and external QA teams across AAA and AA engagements Present data-driven QA readiness metrics, automation coverage, and compliance risks directly to studio executives and senior client stakeholders to support confident launch decisions Identify business expansion opportunities within existing accounts and contribute to the long-term strategic direction and growth of the Game QA practice Requirements 12+ years of experience in Game QA with 3+ years in formal leadership roles, with a proven track record of successfully launching multiple AAA titles across PC, Console, or Mobile platforms Demonstrated presales or consulting experience, including designing custom QA solutions, presenting to external stakeholders, and closing high-value service agreements Strong technical fluency in Unreal and Unity engine architectures, version control systems including Perforce and Git, and engineering pipelines to credibly advise on automation frameworks Deep expertise in platform compliance requirements including PlayStation TRCs, Xbox TCRs, and Nintendo Lotcheck, with proven experience guiding clients through launch-readiness risks Strong commercial acumen in project estimation, resource budgeting, and translating client game designs into concrete QA operational plans and scalable delivery models Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to align technical and business stakeholders around quality strategy, risk management, and delivery outcomes

About EPAM Systems

EPAM Systems, Inc. is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. The company has a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves clients in a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail. EPAM's services include software engineering, product development, and digital platform engineering, and the company has a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that help its clients achieve their business goals. EPAM has been recognized as a leader in the digital services industry by a number of independent research firms, and the company has won numerous awards for its work.
Learn more about EPAM Systems
Size
58,824 employees
Market Cap
$18.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$327.1 million
Founded
1993
5 Year Trend
+26.5%
Revenue
$2.6 billion
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