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Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. Prime members can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies; licensed fan favorites; and programming from Prime Video add-on subscriptions such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads.
Are you interested in shaping the future of entertainment? Do you want to invent, disrupt and redefine what entertainment means for fans, creators, and communities all around the globe?
As part of the Prime Video team, you’ll get to work on projects that are fast-paced, challenging, and varied. Also, you’ll get to experiment with new possibilities, take risks, and collaborate with remarkable people.
We’ll look for you to bring your diverse perspectives, ideas, and skill-sets to make Prime Video even better for our customers. With global opportunities for talented creatives, technologists, marketing professionals and so much more, you can decide where a career with Prime Video takes you!
The Prime Video Advertising team is at the forefront of revolutionizing the streaming advertising landscape. Our mission is to deliver ad tech solutions that power Prime Video's rapidly growing advertising business. We focus on a wide range of critical areas including ad ingestion, ad delivery, client-side ad experiences, machine learning-driven optimization, ad tracking, and audience measurement.
We're responsible for advertising across video-on-demand and live streaming on Prime Video, delivering value to both advertisers and viewers worldwide.
Key job responsibilities
We're hiring a Quality Assurance Manager to own the customer-facing quality bar for every advertising experience on Prime Video. You will lead the QA team that validates releases across our full device matrix: connected TVs, gaming consoles, mobile, web, and smart TVs. You will set the QA strategy and roadmap, hire and grow QA Engineers and SDETs, partner with engineering on shift-left automation using internal test frameworks and AI-assisted testing tools, and own live event readiness for marquee ad-supported launches.
- Lead a globally distributed QA team
- Set the QA vision and partner with engineering, product, and live operations on execution
- Own the release-validation roadmap and deliver it for every Prime Video Advertising launch
- Decide where to invest in automation versus manual scale, and which initiatives move forward
- Surface quality and regression risks with mitigation plans before they hit customers
- Brief senior leadership on risk and quality posture, in writing and verbally
- Drive resolution on quality decisions across teams with competing views
- Define and improve metrics across release quality, defect escape rate, automation coverage, production incident rate, MTTR, and live event readiness
About the team
Prime Video Advertising sits between Prime Video's playback stack and Amazon's ads platform. Our QA org partners daily with engineering, product, and live ops to ship ad experiences that hold up across hundreds of device-app combinations and live events watched by tens of millions. As QA Manager, you will work directly with engineering managers across ad ingestion, delivery, and playback, with live operations on event readiness, and with senior leaders on quality strategy. We invest in test automation, AI-assisted testing, and a strong on-call culture.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of quality assurance teams management experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience managing manual testers
- Experience managing automation testers
- Experience testing web technologies and back-end services
- Experience identifying and reviewing test plans, test cases and testing results with a strong QA background
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience preparing quality metrics and effectively engaging with stakeholders to set and drive quality goals
- Experience transforming QA programs from manual to automation
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 146,600.00 - 198,400.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. Prime members can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies; licensed fan favorites; and programming from Prime Video add-on subscriptions such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads.
Are you interested in shaping the future of entertainment? Do you want to invent, disrupt and redefine what entertainment means for fans, creators, and communities all around the globe?
As part of the Prime Video team, you’ll get to work on projects that are fast-paced, challenging, and varied. Also, you’ll get to experiment with new possibilities, take risks, and collaborate with remarkable people.
We’ll look for you to bring your diverse perspectives, ideas, and skill-sets to make Prime Video even better for our customers. With global opportunities for talented creatives, technologists, marketing professionals and so much more, you can decide where a career with Prime Video takes you!
The Prime Video Advertising team is at the forefront of revolutionizing the streaming advertising landscape. Our mission is to deliver ad tech solutions that power Prime Video's rapidly growing advertising business. We focus on a wide range of critical areas including ad ingestion, ad delivery, client-side ad experiences, machine learning-driven optimization, ad tracking, and audience measurement.
We're responsible for advertising across video-on-demand and live streaming on Prime Video, delivering value to both advertisers and viewers worldwide.
Key job responsibilities
We're hiring a Quality Assurance Manager to own the customer-facing quality bar for every advertising experience on Prime Video. You will lead the QA team that validates releases across our full device matrix: connected TVs, gaming consoles, mobile, web, and smart TVs. You will set the QA strategy and roadmap, hire and grow QA Engineers and SDETs, partner with engineering on shift-left automation using internal test frameworks and AI-assisted testing tools, and own live event readiness for marquee ad-supported launches.
- Lead a globally distributed QA team
- Set the QA vision and partner with engineering, product, and live operations on execution
- Own the release-validation roadmap and deliver it for every Prime Video Advertising launch
- Decide where to invest in automation versus manual scale, and which initiatives move forward
- Surface quality and regression risks with mitigation plans before they hit customers
- Brief senior leadership on risk and quality posture, in writing and verbally
- Drive resolution on quality decisions across teams with competing views
- Define and improve metrics across release quality, defect escape rate, automation coverage, production incident rate, MTTR, and live event readiness
About the team
Prime Video Advertising sits between Prime Video's playback stack and Amazon's ads platform. Our QA org partners daily with engineering, product, and live ops to ship ad experiences that hold up across hundreds of device-app combinations and live events watched by tens of millions. As QA Manager, you will work directly with engineering managers across ad ingestion, delivery, and playback, with live operations on event readiness, and with senior leaders on quality strategy. We invest in test automation, AI-assisted testing, and a strong on-call culture.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of quality assurance teams management experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience managing manual testers
- Experience managing automation testers
- Experience testing web technologies and back-end services
- Experience identifying and reviewing test plans, test cases and testing results with a strong QA background
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience preparing quality metrics and effectively engaging with stakeholders to set and drive quality goals
- Experience transforming QA programs from manual to automation
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 146,600.00 - 198,400.00 USD annually
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
U.S. employers filing an LCA for a QA Manager role must show the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Document how your Australian qualification maps to the exact field the role demands before you start applying.
Target companies with active quality compliance functions
Medical device, aerospace, pharmaceutical, and semiconductor manufacturers routinely hire QA Managers and have existing DOL filing infrastructure. Prioritize employers in regulated industries where quality assurance is a core business function, not a support role.
Request the LCA before accepting an offer
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by DOL before your visa application can proceed. Confirm your employer understands this sequence and has a timeline for filing, so you're not waiting on paperwork after you've already resigned.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA submission through consulate preparation, reducing the risk of documentation errors that delay your start date.
Prepare for specialty occupation scrutiny at your interview
Consular officers sometimes question whether a QA Manager role genuinely requires a degree rather than experience alone. Bring your offer letter, job description, and degree credentials to the interview and be ready to explain the technical or regulatory complexity your role involves.
Clarify your E-3 status when negotiating contract terms
Unlike H-1B visa, your E-3 is employer-specific and tied to the exact job title and duties listed on the LCA. If your role changes materially after you start, your employer needs to file a new LCA, so document scope clearly in your offer letter.
E-3 Visa QA Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find QA Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship, so you can filter by job title and see employers who have filed LCAs for quality and engineering positions. Searching on a general job board won't tell you whether an employer has E-3 filing experience or infrastructure in place.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a QA Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the position is defined. A QA Manager role qualifies if the employer can demonstrate the job normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as engineering, life sciences, or quality systems. Roles described as requiring 'a degree or equivalent experience' are more likely to face scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for QA Manager roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you're not competing for a limited number of slots the way H-1B applicants are. You can apply at any time of year as long as you have a qualifying job offer and a certified LCA. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap of 85,000 and a randomised selection process, which adds significant uncertainty for both you and your employer.
Can I change employers after starting work on an E-3 as a QA Manager?
Yes, but your E-3 is tied to your specific employer and job. If you move to a new company, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to apply for a new E-3 visa, typically at a U.S. consulate in Australia. You cannot transfer your existing E-3 the way some other visa categories allow.