Lead Automation Software Engineer – Tools

Overview

Lead Automation Software Engineer – Tools at Infinity Ward

Infinity Ward is looking for a Lead Automation Software Engineer to join our Tools team. In this role, you will help drive the development of automated testing frameworks and systems that validate and ensure the quality of our Content Creation tools through GUI-level functional and regression testing. You will be hands-on in writing code to test the tools that empower our developers and content creators, while also guiding and mentoring other engineers on best practices in automation.

This is an opportunity to influence the quality and stability of the pipelines that fuel one of the industry’s most iconic franchises.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated GUI functional and regression tests that simulate user interaction and validate complex tool workflows.
• Build and extend robust, scalable automation frameworks to improve reliability and coverage of Content Creation tools.
• Collaborate with QA, engineering, and content teams to identify automation needs and ensure comprehensive coverage of user scenarios.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, fostering best practices in automation and test design.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance test strategies, frameworks, and processes to increase stability, coverage, and reliability.

• 5+ years of professional experience in test automation.
• 2+ years of experience in a lead or mentoring capacity.
• Strong proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Lua, or similar).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive technical initiatives.

• Familiarity with the Squish Qt testing framework.
• Advanced Python skills for tools and test development.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g. Squish Qt, Test Complete, Ranorex, or equivalent).
• Experience programming in C++ or C#.
• Experience with continuous integration systems (e.g., Jenkins, Team City, Git Hub Actions).
• Knowledge of workflows for content creation or developer tools in game development.

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies. We are home to franchises including Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Candy Crush and Bubble Witch. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary. Examples include:

• Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, parental leave
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $ - $ annually. The offer may reflect location, experience, and performance. Incentive compensation may be available but is not guaranteed.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Computer Games

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