About Keyfactor Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor! 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. #LI-NA1 Compensation Salary will be commensurate with experience.  Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.  Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:   - Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change. - Comprehensive benefit coverage globally. - Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn’t exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support. - Competitive time off globally. - Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees. - DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology. - The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts. - Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays. - Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off. - Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development. - Regular All Hands meetings – followed by group gatherings. Our Core Values Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:   Trust is paramount.   We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.   Customers are core.   We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.   Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.   The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.   We deliver with agility.    We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.   United by respect.    Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.   Teams make “it” happen.   Vision and goals are not individually achievable – they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.   Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via people@keyfactor.com and/or telephone at 1.216.785.2990 to request and arrange for accommodations at any time. Keyfactor Privacy Notice

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