Software Quality Assurance Lead

JR Italy; Ancona; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading technology company in Ancona, Italy, is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to lead QA strategies for their Cloud and Software team. Responsibilities include guiding a team, defining quality metrics, and ensuring high standards for software products. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of QA experience, including 2+ years in leadership, and possess strong communication skills. Join a rapidly growing company with a commitment to innovation and quality!

Servizi

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours and locations

Training budget

Fun workplace activities

Competenze

• 8+ years of experience in QA, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading a QA team and developing a comprehensive QA strategy.
• Deep expertise in QA methodologies and various testing types.

Mansioni

• Lead the QA strategy and processes for the Arduino Cloud and Software team.
• Guide a small team of QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality.
• Define and monitor key quality metrics to ensure the highest standards.

Conoscenze

QA methodologies

Leadership

Communication skills

Formazione

BS/MS in Computer Science or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

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Arduino’s mission is to enable people to enhance their lives through accessible open-source electronics and digital technologies. Since 2005, millions of people, from kids and students to engineers and professionals around the world are using Arduino to innovate in the fields of music, games and toys, smart homes, farming, autonomous vehicles and many more.

We are now looking for an experienced QA Engineer to join the Arduino Cloud and Software team to help us ensure we are able to consistently deploy high-quality applications. You will be responsible for all software to meet both internal and external specifications, as well as satisfy user needs before product delivery. We firmly believe in high standards of excellence and that’s why we are strongly convinced by the importance of this role in our company.

What we offer

• A challenging career path in a rapidly growing company with modern vision and talented teams.
• A competitive salary that values people skills and experience.
• A young and inspiring work environment that encourages diversity and cultural exchange.
• Individual growth objectives with a dedicated budget for learning/training.
• Flexible working hours and working locations, we value work-life balance!
• A meaningful work opportunity in a mission-driven company committed to empower people around the world.

And if you live near one of our offices…

• Ping pong and foosball tournaments (sport or gym benefit is also included for everyone!).
• Seasonal celebrations, happy hours and everyday drinks and snacks at the office.
• Sunny rooftop lunch breaks and hamacas for relaxation and concentration.

What you'll work on

• Lead the QA strategy and processes for the Arduino Cloud and Software team.
• Guide a small team of QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Define and monitor key quality metrics to ensure the highest standards for all software products and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• Oversee comprehensive test plans and drive the adoption of test automation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all software quality related issues collaborating closely with product, support, and other external teams.
• Establish and maintain a robust bug tracking process to ensure all issues are well-documented and prioritized, smoothing the way for technical investigation.

What you bring

• BS/MS in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in QA, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading a QA team and developing a comprehensive QA strategy.
• Deep expertise in QA methodologies and a variety of testing types.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.

Bonus Points

• Experience with backend API testing.
• Experience with performance and load testing.
• Knowledge of software security guidelines or experience in security testing.
• Familiarity with Arduino and Embedded Programming.
• Experience in the IoT field.

If you're excited about this role or about our company but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the points outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply anyways. If we feel you don’t fit for this job we may have something else for you!