Test Leader | Inter IKEA Data & Technology Range

Job Description

IKEA is on a journey to transform our digital capabilities by embracing the opportunities from data & technology and integrating them into the business. To develop IKEA as an even more affordable, sustainable, and accessible home furnishing retailer in an omnichannel environment, we need to bring people, processes, data, and technology closer together. Working together will be critical in reaching our strategic goals and it will demand leadership across functions and organizations, to always have the totality of IKEA in mind。  

We are now looking for a Test Leader. In this role, you will spearhead the quality agenda across our projects and products, taking ownership of defining and implementing a robust quality strategy that aligns with organizational goals. You will serve as a mentor and leader to Quality and Software Engineers, providing guidance, support, and inspiration to ensure excellence in execution. By establishing clear principles, standards, and methodologies, you will drive consistent, high-quality outcomes and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the teams.  

Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that quality remains a cornerstone of our product and project success. 

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you have: 

• 5+ years of leadership experience mentoring teams.  
• Expertise in quality engineering, testing practices, and automation frameworks. 
• Knowledge of software development, Agile methodologies, and test strategies. 
• Proficiency in modern test tools, frameworks, and programming languages. 
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills. 
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and test leaders. 
• Experience integrating Agile practices with quality assurance and automation. 
• Commitment to developing high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions. 
• University degree (M.Sc./B.Sc.) in Computer Science or equivalent experience will be a plus. 

Additional Information

This is a permanent role based in Malmö. The Test leader is crucial for developing our business, and we believe that your presence with the team and working the majority of the time in the workplace is essential, we will continuously interview candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply. For questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Talent Sourcer at [email protected].   

About Inter IKEA Group  

Inter IKEA Group is the group of companies that connects IKEA franchisees with range development and suppliers and aligns the overall IKEA strategic direction. All to create a better everyday life for the many people. The Group includes Inter IKEA Systems B.V. – the worldwide IKEA franchisor – as well as range development, supply and certain industry activities.  

IKEA of Sweden, or IoS, is responsible for developing the IKEA range and making it available to stores and customers all over the world. IoS is based in Älmhult – the heart of IKEA and the center of IKEA range development.