Mads Lindgren
About Mads Lindgren
Mads Lindgren is the Head of Quality Assurance, Release Management, and Development Tools at Ableton, where he has worked since 2016. He previously held the position of Quality Assurance Lead Engineer at Native Instruments and has a Master's degree in Humanistic Informatics from Aalborg University.
Work at Ableton
Mads Lindgren has been employed at Ableton since 2012. He initially served as Quality Assurance Coordinator for four years, where he contributed to the quality assurance processes within the company. In 2016, he advanced to the role of Head of Quality Assurance, Release Management, and Development Tools. In this capacity, he oversees quality assurance practices and manages release processes, ensuring that Ableton's products meet high standards of quality. His tenure at Ableton has spanned over eight years.
Previous Experience at Native Instruments
Before joining Ableton, Mads Lindgren worked at Native Instruments GmbH in Berlin from 2006 to 2012. He held the position of Quality Assurance Lead Engineer for six years. In this role, he was responsible for leading quality assurance efforts, focusing on the development and testing of software products. His experience at Native Instruments provided him with a strong foundation in quality assurance practices within the music technology industry.
Education and Expertise
Mads Lindgren studied at Aalborg University, where he pursued a Master's degree in Humanistic Informatics. His studies, which took place from 2001 to 2006, included a focus on interactive media. This educational background has equipped him with a unique blend of technical and humanistic skills, contributing to his expertise in quality assurance and development tools in the music software industry.
Career Progression
Mads Lindgren's career has shown a clear progression within the field of quality assurance in the music technology sector. After completing his education, he began his professional journey at Native Instruments, where he developed his skills over six years. His subsequent move to Ableton allowed him to further advance his career, culminating in his current role as Head of Quality Assurance, Release Management, and Development Tools since 2020.