Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Software QA Team Leader Date: 12 Sept 2026

Location:
Madrid, ES Company: Alstom At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily
- rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems. More than a job: a mission We're looking for a Software V&V; Team Leader to drive verification, validation and testing activities across complex signalling and software programs. This is high-impact engineering – ensuring safety, quality, and reliability in critical rail infrastructure. You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication
- because they know what's at stake: the journey home. Your role, your impact
* Define and deploy the Program Verification & Validation strategy and plan
* Lead verification, integration and test activities across software, product and system levels
* Drive the transition from manual to automated testing (Cucumber, JMeter, Postman, TestComplete)
* Coordinate cross-functional teams (Security Signalling, Product Architecture, Development Centers)
* Manage configuration, change control and requirement traceability
* Oversee test execution, reporting, risks and issue management
* Define and follow up test environments, test benches and analysis tools
* Represent Alstom towards customers, providing visibility on V&V; progress and risks
* Lead the V&V; team and manage subcontractors and work packages
* Ensure independence between verification and design activities You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, system, and security domains
- solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.



What you bring
* Experience in verification & validation, testing, integration or system engineering
* Strong knowledge of test automation strategies and tools (e.g. Cucumber, JMeter, Postman)
* Understanding of Agile, CI/CD environments and software development lifecycle
* Knowledge of integrated systems (CCTV, PA, PIS, communications, control centers)
* Experience with Azure DevOps or similar tools for requirements and test management
* Engineering background with analytical and problem-solving skills
* Fluency in English and Spanish (French is a plus)
* Leadership mindset, autonomy and strong communication skills
* Experience in regulated industries (railway signalling, aerospace, defence, nuclear) is a plus How success is measured
* Delivery Quality Indicator (DQI)
* Coverage Progress Indicator (CPI)
* Defect Non-Detection Rate (DNDR)
* Contribution to root cause analysis and continuous improvement
* Team performance and delivery reliability Alstom, a great place to grow
* Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
* Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
* Contribute to innovative projects
* Utilise our cooperative working environment
* Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
* Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
* Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage Here, progress isn't always easy
- the scale is massive, the tasks are complex
- but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects
- that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

📌 Software QA Team Leader (Comunidad de Madrid)
🏢 Alstom
📍 Comunidad de Madrid