QA Director - Monopoly GO!

Scopely is looking for a QA Director to join our Monopoly Go! team in the US OR Canada on a remote basis.

At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily. 

Monopoly GO! is our new casual game and a key franchise that has just become one of Scopely’s largest games enjoyed by millions of players. The team is based in Europe and the US, and works every day to create captivating new experiences for our players.

What You Will Do 

Reporting to the Senior QA Director (EU), you will play a key role in leading the design, development, and ongoing evolution of our test framework within the United States, supporting Scopely’s flagship title, Monopoly Go! In this role, you will oversee both internal and external QA teams. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to champion a culture of quality throughout the organization. You will be instrumental in shaping how we iterate toward success and continuously evolve our ways of working.

• Support the definition and lead implementation of the department’s testing framework and QA strategy within the US, helping to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Contribute to the strategic planning and structuring of QA resources within the US, providing input into the annual operating plan based on project demands and long-term goals
• Assist in recruiting, mentoring, and supporting the Monopoly Go! QA leadership team across all facets of the project 
• Promote a "Culture of Quality" by reinforcing established quality pillars and collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed quality throughout the development process
• Assist in the development and refinement of team metrics to evaluate quality and operational performance, driving excellence across QA and the wider development team
• Collaborate with external QA vendors by supporting the definition of expectations, tracking key KPIs, and encouraging consistent performance
• Support the research and oversight of QA tooling by monitoring industry trends, optimizing value and efficiency, and actively championing automation initiatives across the project
• Safeguard release quality for Monopoly Go!, ensuring defect mitigation and exceptional user experience. Investigate critical live issues and implement solutions to prevent recurrence
• Assist in annual performance and compensation reviews, offering insights on individual impact, team achievements, and industry standards, particularly of those within the US
• Provide senior leadership and stakeholders with relevant updates, reports, and risk assessments as needed
• Maintain and monitor the bug database to ensure it reflects real-time, accurate insights into overall game quality
• Help manage and maintain the QA Confluence space, ensuring documentation remains clear, up-to-date, and aligned with QA standards
• Partner with the Senior QA Director and HR to help define and support clear career progression paths within the QA organization, leveraging Career Development Plans and Job Family Architecture
• Assist in organizing team-building events to foster morale, collaboration, and a positive team culture
• Develop a deep understanding of Monopoly Go! and its core gameplay systems to effectively support ongoing quality efforts and project needs
• Exemplify Scopely’s core tenets, becoming a role model across the team

What We’re Looking For 

• Exceptional leadership and managerial skills with proven experience 
• Strong verbal / written communication and an excellent attention to detail 
• Strong time management, accountability and organisational skills 
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to effectively advocate for your team’s needs, while maintaining a clear understanding of business priorities to ensure balanced, mutually beneficial outcomes
• Proactive, enthusiastic and self-motivated  
• Flexible to an agile setup with the ability to multitask, managing coverage for multiple high profile releases with strict deadlines  
• A strong commercial awareness with an understanding of business priorities and goals 
• Comfortable travelling on occasion to various team hub locations 
• Exceptional reporting capabilities 
• Extensive knowledge of JIRA and / or similar bug tracking systems

At Scopely, we create games for everyone - and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that! We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!

Employment at Scopely is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. Scopely does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

For candidates in CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA, the annual salary range is provided below. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for equity, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, pet insurance, paid holidays, paid Scopely free days, and unlimited paid time off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA Annual Salary Range$106,300—$156,000 USD

For candidates in British Columbia, the annual salary range is provided below. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for equity, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, pet insurance, paid holidays, paid Scopely free days, and unlimited paid time off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

British Columbia Annual Salary Range$105,100—$142,000 CAD

About Scopely

Scopely is a leading video game and global interactive entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most beloved and enduring experiences, including two of the most successful mobile games of all-time “MONOPOLY GO!” and “Pokémon GO,” along with “Stumble Guys,” “Star Trek™ Fleet Command,” “MARVEL Strike Force,” “WWE Champions,” the Scrabble® franchise, “Yahtzee® With Buddies,” and many others. Across mobile, web, PC, and console, Scopely creates, develops, publishes, and live-operates one of the most diversified and award-winning portfolios in the games industry — bringing hundreds of millions of players together through a shared love of play.

Founded in 2011, Scopely is powered by its exceptional team — including thousands of world-class gamemakers around the globe, a distinctive tenet-driven culture, and its proprietary technology platform, Playgami. Together, these strengths have fueled Scopely’s position as the #1 mobile games company in the U.S. and #2 globally, generating more than $10 billion in lifetime revenue. Whether building global sensations like “MONOPOLY GO!” from the ground up, or expanding through strategic acquisitions, including the FoxNext, GSN, and Niantic games businesses — Scopely consistently delivers experiences players love today and return to for years to come.

Recognized multiple times as one of the "100 Most Influential Companies in the World" by TIME magazine and one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" and “Best Workplaces for Innovators,” Scopely believes that video games can be a force for good — creating meaningful connections, vibrant communities, and making life better through play.

Scopely has global operations and partners across four continents in more than a dozen countries worldwide. For more information, visit: https://www.scopely.com/.