Ubisoft
Tech / AI / Software
AssociateDirector/SeniorManager-Quality
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“Associate Director/Senior Manager - Quality at Ubisoft. Skills: Quality Control portfolio management, Studio-wide process excellence, Operational efficiency, Strategic transformation initiatives, Project management, Process transformation, Operational governance, High-quality delivery. Manage a portfolio of QC projects across Specialized teams (TSD) & Mobile. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of QC programs ensuring quality, schedule, and scope objectives are met”
Industry & Context.
Analytical and data-driven decision-making skills; Drive adoption of data-driven problem solving across teams
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related, 12–15 years of experience in Quality Control, Project Management, or Operations leadership roles, Proven experience managing complex project portfolios and cross-functional teams, Experience in process transformation, operational excellence, and large-scale initiatives, understanding of software testing or quality control processes, Experience working with senior leadership and global stakeholders
Nice to Have
MBA is a plus, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt certification, Experience with Agile, DevOps, or modern software development methodologies, Experience in the video game industry or digital product development environments
What You'll Do.
Manage a portfolio of QC projects across Specialized teams (TSD) & Mobile
and delivery of QC programs ensuring quality
and scope objectives are met
Supervise and guide QC Project Managers
Conduct periodic project reviews with QC leadership to evaluate project performance and risk
Monitor project KPIs and performance indicators to ensure quality and delivery effectiveness
Validate key project deliverables including test strategies
and automation roadmaps
Drive large-scale transformation initiatives aligned with studio and global QC strategies
Partner with QC leadership to define and execute studio-level strategic roadmaps
Identify opportunities to improve testing frameworks
Adapt QC strategies to evolving game development trends such as GAAS and live operations
Interface with WWQC leadership
and studio management to ensure strategic alignment
Lead process re-engineering and simplification initiatives across QC and delivery functions
Standardize QC and delivery workflows through defined process journeys and SOPs
Identify and prioritize high-impact improvement opportunities across operations
Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency
Act as a subject matter expert and mentor on process improvement frameworks
Optimize resource planning and workforce allocation across QC projects
Anticipate future talent needs based on evolving project and business requirements
Partner with HR and Talent Acquisition to address skill gaps and staffing requirements
Promote organizational efficiency through pyramid optimization and talent development strategies
Support the drive of learning and development initiatives including upskilling and cross-skilling programs
Establish and maintain studio-wide governance frameworks for QC projects
Define and track KPIs to measure quality
operational efficiency
and delivery performance
Drive adoption of data analytics
and reporting mechanisms
Provide actionable insights to leadership for strategic and operational decision making
Develop communication frameworks to ensure alignment on QC strategy and project execution
Collaborate closely with Production
and studio leadership
Provide regular updates and reports to executive leadership on project status and strategic initiatives
Facilitate cross-studio collaboration on global QC initiatives and improvement programs
Lead change initiatives to implement new processes
and operational models
Promote a culture of innovation
continuous improvement
and quality excellence
Organize initiatives such as ideathons and improvement programs to encourage innovation
Drive adoption of data-driven problem solving across teams
Support integration of automation frameworks into QC workflows
Collaborate with R&D and global QC teams to pilot and implement new testing technologies and methodologies
Continuously explore innovative approaches to improve testing effectiveness and efficiency
Lead and mentor managers
and performance management support
Identify and develop high-potential talent within the TSD and Mobile projects
Foster a collaborative
high-performance team culture
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with QC Leadership, Production teams, and WWQC stakeholders; Interface with WWQC leadership, production teams, and studio management; Collaborate closely with Production, WWQC teams, and studio leadership; Facilitate cross-studio collaboration on global QC initiatives and improvement programs; Collaborate with R&D and global QC teams
Communication Scope
Stakeholder and executive communication; Develop communication frameworks; Provide regular updates and reports to executive leadership
Process & Methodology
QC Program & Portfolio Management, Manage a portfolio of QC projects, Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of QC programs, Supervise and guide QC Project Managers, Project Leads, and testing teams, Conduct periodic project reviews, Monitor project KPIs and performance indicators, Validate key project deliverables, Project management
Full Job Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown! Final designation will depend on candidate’s profile, experience, and selection outcome Role Purpose: TheAssociate Director / Senior Manager - Quality is responsible for leading the quality control portfolio while driving studio-wide process excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic transformation initiatives. This role also combines project management, process transformation, and operational governance to ensure high-quality delivery across multiple projects in specialized teams (TSD) & Mobile. The position partners closely with QC Leadership, Production teams, and WWQC stakeholders to standardize processes, optimize workforce utilization, improve delivery effectiveness, and embed a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities: 1. QC Program & Portfolio Management * Manage a portfolio of QC projects across Specialized teams (TSD) & Mobile. * Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of QC programs ensuring quality, schedule, and scope objectives are met. * Supervise and guide QC Project Managers, Project Leads, and testing teams. * Conduct periodic project reviews with QC leadership to evaluate project performance and risk. * Monitor project KPIs and performance indicators to ensure quality and delivery effectiveness. * Validate key project deliverables including test strategies, test plans, and automation roadmaps. 2. Strategic Leadership & Transformation * Drive large-scale transformation initiatives aligned with studio and global QC strategies. * Partner with QC leadership to define and execute studio-level strategic roadmaps. * Identify opportunitie
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