Software QA Lead
PrimeKey Solutions AB · Solna · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-10-30
PrimeKey Solutions AB is hiring a **Software QA Lead** for a full-time position based in Stockholm under a **hybrid work model**. Working within the computer network and security sector, the role focuses on establishing and evolving the QA strategy and testing metrics for a specific product area. Responsibilities include planning and driving complex test projects throughout the software development life cycle, overseeing test plans for critical features, and coordinating activities between the QA team and cross-functional partners. The QA Lead also guides team members in software testing best practices and collaborates closely with product and development teams to resolve complex defects. Applicants must hold a **bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience**. The position requires proven success in a software testing or test automation role, along with strong demonstrable experience in QA engineering. Candidates need in-depth knowledge of QA processes, testing methodologies, test automation, and software development methodologies, combined with strong analytical skills and the ability to coordinate complex testing efforts across teams. Fluency in English, both verbal and written, is required.
Title: Software QA Lead
Location: Sweden, Stockholm (Hybrid work model)
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.
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.