Software QA Lead

Title: Software QA Lead

Location: Sweden, Stockholm

Job Function: Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Computer Network & Security

About the position

The QA Lead is responsible for overseeing the QA strategy, planning and leading complex test projects to completion, coordinating efforts between the QA team and cross-functional team members, while ensuring that all testing is appropriate and aligned with project goals. This role also involves providing guidance to the cross-functional team in software testing best practices.

The position is based in Stockholm office, follows hybrid work model with excellent flexible working practices. Applicants must hold a valid Right to Work in Sweden and should be able to work from the office at least two days each week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and evolve the QA strategy for your product area.
• Introduce and take ownership of quality and testing metrics for your product area.
• Oversee QA activities for major product features, ensuring appropriate and high-fidelity testing.
• Coordinate testing efforts between QA team members and cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance to QA team members in best practices and methodologies.
• Lead the development and execution of test plans and test cases for critical features.
• Collaborate with product and development teams to resolve complex defects.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and tools.
• Ensure that all QA activities are completed on schedule and meet quality benchmarks.
• Introduce and take ownership of quality and testing metrics for your product area.
• Contribute to product testing and lead concerted test execution throughout the SDLC.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Prior success in a software testing and/or test automation role.
• Strong analytical skills, deep understanding of testing methodologies, and excellent communication.
• Ability to lead complex testing efforts by coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledgeable in industry trends in software testing.
• In-depth knowledge of QA processes, test automation, and software development methodologies. Strong demonstrable experience in QA engineering.
• Fluency in English language, verbal and written.

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.