Mark Chao
About Mark Chao
Mark Chao is a Program Manager at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2022. He has over 15 years of experience in quality assurance in the gaming industry, previously holding positions at PlayStation.
Work at Riot Games
Mark Chao has been employed at Riot Games as a Program Manager since 2022. He operates remotely from Los Angeles, California. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project management tasks and ensuring the successful execution of initiatives within the company.
Experience at PlayStation
Prior to joining Riot Games, Mark Chao worked at PlayStation for 15 years, from 2008 to 2023. He held various positions, including Lead Quality Assurance Tester, Senior Quality Assurance Tester, and Quality Assurance Tester. His tenure at PlayStation allowed him to gain extensive experience in quality assurance across multiple gaming platforms.
Quality Assurance Expertise
Mark Chao possesses a strong background in quality assurance, having worked on critically acclaimed titles such as God of War: Ghost of Sparta for the PSP and Horizon Forbidden West. His expertise spans multiple gaming generations and platforms, including PS3, PS4, PS5, PSP, and Vita.
Contributions to Major Titles
Throughout his career at PlayStation, Mark Chao contributed to the quality assurance of several major AAA titles. He was involved in the quality assurance processes for the MLB The Show series and played a significant role in ensuring the quality of games released across various PlayStation platforms.
Educational Background
Mark Chao is ISTQB Certified, which indicates his proficiency in software testing and quality assurance practices. This certification complements his extensive experience in the gaming industry and enhances his capabilities as a Program Manager.