Senior QA Manager - Mobile Games - Fully Remote
TLDR
Hands-on QA leader driving release quality across iOS and Android for a top mobile puzzle game, scaling QA processes and advancing test automation with developers and external partners.
We’re looking for a hands-on Senior QA Manager - Mobile Games to join our talented and passionate team. You’ll play a key role in ensuring every release meets the highest quality standards, from early concept to global launch.
As the quality owner for one of our largest mobile puzzle games, you’ll drive release quality across iOS and Android, establish scalable QA processes, push test automation forward, and work closely with developers, product managers, and external QA partners to deliver a world-class player experience.
*Qualified Candidates are expected to complete an Assignment
*For this position the candidate should be based in Europe
Your Role:
Own QA for one of our largest live mobile games across iOS and Android
Ensure high-quality releases through effective test planning, execution, regression testing, and staged rollout support
Define practical QA coverage for devices, OS versions, store builds, SDKs, ads, IAPs, analytics, and remote config
Identify, prioritize, and document issues with clear, actionable bug reports
Drive QA automation and continuously improve testing efficiency and coverage
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and external QA partners
Monitor live quality, investigate crashes, ANRs, performance issues, and prevent regressions
Provide clear release readiness assessments and go/no-go recommendations
Maintain test documentation, release reports, and changelogs in Jira & Confluence
Champion a quality-first mindset across the team
Your profile:
Mobile games as your primary QA domain for 5+ years, ideally on live-operated F2P titles
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Strong expertise in mobile testing across iOS and Android, including Google Play and App Store release flows, TestFlight, different testing tracks, and staged rollouts
Hands-on experience with IAP flows, ad mediation, ATT/consent frameworks, and attribution SDKs
Experience with QA automation, Unity games, and modern QA tools and workflows
Experience with crash reporting and monitoring tools (e.g. Firebase, Crashlytics, DataDog), and strong understanding of mobile stability issues: crashes, ANRs, and freezes
Direct ownership of App Store Connect and Google Play Console release tracks, including staged rollouts and emergency rollbacks
Proven experience building or owning a mobile QA automation framework (e.g. Appium, Unity Test Framework)
Strong understanding of mobile game telemetry, analytics validation, and event tracking
Experience working with external QA vendors or distributed QA teams
Proficient with Jira, Confluence, and modern AI tools to improve testing, documentation, and QA efficiency
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and English communication skills
Highly organized, proactive, and passionate about delivering exceptional player experiences
Benefits:
SOFTGAMES offers a competitive package, including:
Remote-first, your way — Work fully remote from wherever you do your best work, or drop into our modern Berlin office whenever you like. You choose
Flexible hours — Structure your working hours to your needs. No crunch culture. No overtime
Generous vacation — Time to recharge, wherever in the world you are
Home office budget — We fund your setup so your home office actually works for you
Learning & development — Training budget for everyone, whether you're deepening expertise or picking up something entirely new
Top-tier equipment — A high-spec laptop, ready to get your best work done
Meal allowance — A monthly budget dedicated to your lunches
Home office utility grant — We cover a monthly contribution toward your electricity and internet costs
Company swag — Hoodies, bags, mugs — the good stuff
Annual company retreat — At least once a year, the whole company comes together to connect, align, and celebrate. Our events in general are epic but our off-site Retreat is one of a kind.
Requirements
SOFTGAMES is the leading instant gaming company. We develop casual, truly social games that can be played instantly across all devices. Our hypersocial blockbuster game “Bubble Shooter Pro” became a global top grossing game on Facebook and is played by millions of people around the world every day. We partner closely with Facebook, Samsung and more to craft the next generation of instant games that billions of people can play together. SOFTGAMES is a remote first company and the home of 100 people from all over the world. We believe in proactive, independent teams with the freedom to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and with the mission to create fun and everlasting Instant Games.
At SOFTGAMES, we believe that different perspectives and background in our teams contribute to the quality of our work. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion / worldview, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.
Have we caught your interest? Then we look forward to your detailed application together with your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.
Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Flexible hours — Structure your working hours to your needs. No crunch culture. No overtime
Home office utility grant
Home office utility grant — We cover a monthly contribution toward your electricity and internet costs
Learning Budget
Learning & development — Training budget for everyone, whether you're deepening expertise or picking up something entirely new
Annual company retreat
Annual company retreat — At least once a year, the whole company comes together to connect, align, and celebrate. Our events in general are epic but our off-site Retreat is one of a kind.
Paid Time Off
Generous vacation — Time to recharge, wherever in the world you are
Remote-Friendly
Remote-first, your way — Work fully remote from wherever you do your best work, or drop into our modern Berlin office whenever you like. You choose
SOFTGAMES is an instant gaming company that creates casual and social games accessible on all devices, including their hit title 'Bubble Shooter Pro'. Targeting gamers worldwide, they collaborate with major tech partners like Facebook and Samsung to develop enjoyable and engaging instant games that can be played together. Their remote-first work culture fosters innovation and diversity among a global team dedicated to redefining casual gaming.