QA Lead

October 9, 2026

Hybrid

Lead

Milano

Indeed

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Business travel required
English is required

Description

A software house and media agency focused on ICT and digital strategy is looking for a Middle/Senior QA Lead for a startup project kicking off in November. The role owns the coordination and leadership of QA activities, overseeing functional, automation and non-functional testing while interacting directly with the client and project stakeholders. It demands at least five years in Software Quality Assurance, prior QA Lead experience, strong spoken English and the ability to operate in both Agile and Waterfall. The engagement is based in Milan on a hybrid schedule with four days a week remote.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and organize the activities of the QA team
Define and oversee Quality Assurance processes, methodologies and standards
Supervise functional, automation and non-functional testing activities
Plan testing activities, monitoring progress, priorities and quality
Manage reporting on QA activities and test results
Interface directly with the client and project stakeholders
Support the team through leadership, mentoring and operational coaching
Foster effective dialogue with the team, ensuring ownership, deadlines and goal achievement
Support the management and resolution of critical issues
Work in both Agile and Waterfall environments

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance
Previous experience as a QA Lead or in similar coordination roles
Hands-on experience managing and supervising testing teams
Solid cross-functional QA background: functional testing, test automation and non-functional testing
Good knowledge of the main QA processes and methods
Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Experience defining and managing QA reporting
Ability to monitor progress, priorities, critical issues and test quality
Client relationship and stakeholder management skills
Excellent spoken English
Leadership and mentoring skills
Ability to coordinate and motivate a QA team
Strong results orientation
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive and authoritative approach
Ability to foster collaboration and accountability within the team
Good handling of critical issues and complex situations
Previous experience in the Finance sector is a plus
Degree in STEM disciplines is a plus
Experience in enterprise contexts and international projects is a plus

Conditions

Hybrid work mode with 4 out of 5 days remote
Availability for business travel 2–3 times per year
Startup project with a November start

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