QA Manager - SMG Studio

Job Description:

At SMG, we turn our patented DAFUZ system to create award winning titles including Party! Moving Out, Thumb Drift, and One More Line.  We love building fun first games and we don’t take ourselves too seriously.  

We are seeking an experienced QA Manager on a 2-year contract to lead our quality assurance efforts. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in QA processes methodologies while having a strong emphasis on team management, leadership, and project coordination. 

We offer remote working, but have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide you could work from depending on you having full Australian working rights.  

If you're on top of your game (or would like to be) and care about your work, then let’s talk.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the team through mentoring, performance reviews, and career development. Foster a high‑performing and collaborative QA function

• Define, implement, and continuously improve QA strategies, processes, and standards aligned with project goals

• Plan and oversee end to end QA execution, ensuring delivery and quality delivery across game builds

• Collaborate with the wider SMG studio (i.e. producers, project managers, and department leads) to define testing scope, priorities, and resource allocation

• Look after QA documentation and reporting (i.e. test, results, and quality metrics) to support transparency and decision‑making

 A bit about you:

• A proven background of quality assurance; you have a strong technical foundation, including a solid understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and industry best practices

• Demonstrated ability of leading and motivating QA teams, setting clear expectations, supporting professional growth, and guiding teams through project delivery

• Excellent communication and people leadership skills, you’re able to collaborate effectively across disciplines

• Genuinely passionate about games and the craft of game development. An enthusiasm for SMG Studio’s titles and commitment to delivering fun, high‑quality player experience

What’s in it for you: 

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up. 

• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change. 

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way. 

• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University. 

Become a champion for meaningful progress: 

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. 

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you. 

 #LI-SS7 #SMGANZ

Location:

Sydney

Brand:

Smg Studio

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)