Quality Control Manager

Location: Basingstoke

Hi, I’m Werner Booysen, Senior Product Manager at Hawk-Eye Innovations. We’re redefining the future of sports broadcasting with cutting-edge replay solutions, and I’m looking for a Quality Control Manager to help us maintain the highest standards of performance and reliability. If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about quality, and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, We want to hear from you!

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Lead and define the quality strategy for our broadcast replay solutions, ensuring seamless software and hardware performance.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and cases to guarantee flawless product functionality.
• Oversee functional, performance, and usability testing for broadcast systems, including both software and hardware components.
• Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools, providing detailed descriptions and reproduction steps.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and operations teams to resolve issues efficiently.
• Perform regression testing to ensure that bug fixes and new features don’t introduce additional issues.
• Analyze test results and provide data-driven insights to drive continuous product improvement.
• Stay ahead of industry advancements by keeping up with the latest broadcast technologies and QC best practices.
• Work closely with the Operations team to troubleshoot customer issues and enhance product performance.

What We Value

• A passion for quality —we’re committed to delivering the best broadcast solutions in the industry.
• A keen eye for detail —because in live broadcasting, precision is everything.
• A collaborative approach —we work closely across teams to ensure seamless execution.
• A drive for continuous improvement —we’re always refining our processes and technologies.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills —because testing is about making a real impact, not just finding bugs.

Tech Stack and Skill Requirements

Essential:

• 5+ years of experience in quality control testing , preferably in broadcast or video production.
• Strong understanding of broadcast video formats, codecs, and signal processing.
• Hands-on experience with ST2110 and NMOS is a must.
• Familiarity with broadcast replay systems and workflows.
• Expertise in various testing methodologies and tools.
• Strong IT knowledge, including Windows OS, Networks, Storage, Databases, and Web.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git).

Preferred:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, broadcast technology, or a related field.
• Experience with bug-tracking software (Jira, Bugzilla).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, JavaScript).

Perks and Benefits:

• Annual Leave: 25 days (excluding bank holidays).
• Enhanced Pension Scheme: 5% matching.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model (2 days in the office per week).
• Wellness: Complimentary Unmind app, onsite gym (Basingstoke).
• Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group Company discounts.

Ready to Make an Impact?