130K to 160K + super (dependent on experience)
Exclaim IT is collaborating with a forward-thinking SaaS company to recruit a Software Quality Assurance Lead. This is a newly created role, offering the chance to define and elevate quality practices across the engineering function while driving meaningful improvements. You'll work in a technical, engineer-led environment, partnering with software and hardware teams to embed quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle - ensuring reliable delivery without slowing innovation.
Role Overview
As the Software Quality Assurance Lead, you will:
* Develop and enhance testing frameworks, code review practices, and CI/CD quality checkpoints.
* Enable fast, high-quality delivery while avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy.
* Align quality standards across software and hardware engineering teams.
* Support ISO 27001 compliance and audits, while focusing primarily on strengthening engineering performance and delivery confidence.
* Success in this role relies on technical credibility, collaborative influence, and the ability to drive change across teams with independence and trust.
What We're Looking For
* 5–10 years in senior software quality assurance or related technical leadership roles.
* Deep knowledge of modern development practices, CI/CD, and test automation.
* Proven experience in driving quality improvements and influencing engineering standards.
* Hands‐on ISO 27001 experience, including audit management.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, adaptable to technical and non‐technical audiences.
* Self‐motivated, collaborative, and comfortable in fast‐moving environments.
* Background in software engineering, DevOps, or test automation.
* Familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA).
* Experience in SaaS, cloud, or security‐critical software environments.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, SOC 2, or equivalent frameworks.
Location & Working Model
Based on the Gold Coast with a hybrid schedule (three days on-site, two days remote). Candidates in Melbourne or Perth are welcome to apply. Australian working rights are required.
To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact the team at Exclaim IT.
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