Quality Engineer Lead【Hybrid Opportunity】

Tokyo Temporary ¥4,500 - ¥7,000 per hour Foreign Multinational Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
We are seeking a Quality Engineering Lead to manage and scale a high-performing QA organization focused on automation, reliability, and software quality across a rapidly evolving digital platform. This role will drive quality strategy, mentor engineers, and ensure robust test automation coverage across backend services, APIs, and customer-facing applications.
  • Lead the quality strategy for mission-critical digital products and platforms.
  • Work in a collaborative global environment with strong engineering standards.

About Our Client

A global organization that provides innovative workspace and business solutions across multiple international markets. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and operational excellence, they support a diverse ecosystem of businesses ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Job Description

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Quality Engineers, including performance management and career development.
  • Define and execute the overall Quality Engineering roadmap and testing strategy.
  • Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of automated test suites across API, integration, and UI layers.
  • Implement and maintain automated quality gates within CI/CD pipelines.
  • Own quality metrics, reporting, and visibility into product quality and technical debt.
  • Lead release validation and production verification processes.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and cross-functional discussions.

The Successful Applicant

  • 6+ years of experience in Software Testing, QA, or Quality Engineering.
  • 2+ years of formal people management or team leadership experience.
  • Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing engineering teams.
  • Strong experience building and maintaining test automation frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience testing RESTful APIs and backend services.
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated quality gates.
  • Experience designing maintainable, scalable, and structured test cases.

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid work model combining office and remote work
  • International and multicultural environment with global collaboration
  • Lean, high-impact team with significant ownership and decision-making authority
  • Opportunity to shape and mature the organization's Quality Engineering function
Contact
Serina Miyazono
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7100645
Phone number
+81 3 6627 6130

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
Quality Assurance
Specialisation
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Tokyo
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Serina Miyazono
Consultant phone
+81 3 6627 6130
Job Reference
JN-092026-7100645
Company Type
Foreign Multinational
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.