Timothy Manley
About Timothy Manley
Timothy Manley is a Senior QA Manager at SHRAPNEL, with extensive experience in quality assurance and software development across various companies, including Microsoft and Electronic Arts. He advocates for player experience and leads testing strategies throughout the software development lifecycle.
Current Role at SHRAPNEL
Timothy Manley serves as the Senior QA Manager at SHRAPNEL since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advocating for player experience throughout the game development process. He guides testing strategies and conducts quality activities across the software development lifecycle. His responsibilities include leading the development of test automation and tooling architecture, as well as creating measurable quality targets that align with product goals.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Timothy Manley has extensive experience in quality assurance across various companies. He worked as the Director of QA at AppLovin from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he held multiple positions at Microsoft, including Live Services Support Manager, Test Operations Manager, and Test Services Manager from 2002 to 2014. He also served as Managing QA for NBA Live Mobile at Electronic Arts from 2018 to 2019 and managed QA in support of the EA Games Baton Rouge Studio from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Qualifications
Timothy Manley holds an MBA in IT Management from Western Governors University, which he completed from 2008 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from San Francisco State University, studying there from 1988 to 1991. His educational background supports his expertise in managing quality assurance and player experience in game development.
Advocacy for Player Experience
Timothy Manley is known for advocating for player experience across all aspects of game development. He emphasizes the importance of integrating quality as a core component of product development. He partners with leadership across departments to influence decision-making processes, ensuring that player experience remains a priority throughout the development lifecycle.
Technical Skills and Leadership
Timothy Manley has a strong background in managing quality assurance for games that integrate with blockchain platforms. He leads teams by holding members accountable for quality integration and drives visibility on progress through measurable quality targets. His experience in various technical roles, including IT Engineer and Network Technician, complements his leadership in quality assurance.