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As a QA Manager at CD PROJEKT RED, you will be primarily responsible for building and leading a dedicated QA team for Project Orion, executing the QA strategy, monitoring quality metrics, and ensuring effective communication with external vendors. You will also focus on process improvements and risk management to align with project goals, ensuring our games achieve the highest standards of quality.

To qualify for the QA Manager position at CD PROJEKT RED, candidates should have a minimum of five years of game industry experience similar to this role. Strong leadership skills, proficiency in Agile methodologies, experience in setting up QA processes, and excellent communication abilities are essential. Familiarity with the gaming universe, particularly Cyberpunk, and skills in automation are considered a plus.

At CD PROJEKT RED, the work environment is vibrant and inclusive. As a QA Manager, you will enjoy a dog-friendly office setup and flexibility in working hours. The company fosters a culture of learning with opportunities for training and professional growth, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally while collaborating with a diverse international team.

CD PROJEKT RED prioritizes the well-being of its QA Managers by offering comprehensive health benefits, including company-paid medical care, a flexible vacation policy, gym membership reimbursements, and even a casual dress code. With a focus on work-life balance, you can create the perfect environment to thrive in your role.

CD PROJEKT RED encourages continual professional development for its QA Managers through various training sessions, workshops, and e-learning classes. You can expect opportunities for knowledge sharing, learning from experienced colleagues, and enhancing your skill set to keep pace with industry advancements.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples of your previous experience in forming and mentoring QA teams. Discuss the key roles you defined, the training initiatives you implemented, and share successes that resulted in improved quality metrics and team cohesion.

Explain your systematic approach to developing QA strategies, including how you assess project needs, define key quality metrics, and collaborate with project stakeholders. Mention your adaptability to incorporate feedback and adjust the strategy throughout the project lifecycle.

Be prepared to detail specific process improvements you initiated in past roles. Focus on how these improvements enhanced efficiency, streamlined workflows, or boosted team performance. Use metrics or project examples to showcase the positive results of these changes.

Discuss strategies for effective communication with external vendors, such as setting clear expectations, providing detailed documentation, and scheduling regular update meetings. Emphasize the importance of fostering a collaborative relationship to ensure alignment with project goals.

Describe your proactive techniques for identifying potential risks early in the QA process. Discuss the importance of risk assessments, creating action plans, and collaborating with other teams to mitigate these risks effectively.

Talk about your experience in establishing quality standards and monitoring compliance through regular audits and reporting methods. Highlight your approach to providing constructive feedback and support to ensure teams meet these standards.

Outline your experience working within Agile frameworks, detailing how you've integrated QA processes into Agile sprints and collaborated with cross-functional teams for faster delivery times while maintaining quality.

Focus on your ability to analyze the project scope, identify potential pitfalls during various phases, and devise contingency plans. Emphasize collaboration with project leads to manage dependencies effectively.

Share your commitment to ongoing learning through industry blogs, networking events, and online courses. Explain how you evaluate new tools based on project needs and team capabilities, and your process for implementing these tools in a team environment.

Discuss the central role of clear and efficient communication in your QA strategy. Explain how you routinely share updates, align team goals, and facilitate knowledge sharing among team members to promote transparency and collaboration throughout the project.