About the company
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer based in United States.
Responsibilities
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on the effectiveness and efficiency of software development and quality processes.
- Support engineering teams in developing, optimizing, implementing, and maintaining processes.
- Establish and lead an operating rhythm focused on improving software First Pass Yield and reducing defect escape rates.
- Act as a quality gatekeeper for software releases.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance metrics and measurement systems.
- Lead and support process assurance activities, including audits, governance, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
- Conduct detailed failure analysis of non-conformances.
- Observe and audit adherence to documented standards, processes, and procedures.
- Support quality governance throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with technical and nontechnical stakeholders to promote consistent quality practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 4 years of experience in software development, implementation, software quality, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Strong understanding of process assurance activities, including process audits and corrective and preventive actions.
- Strong understanding of software quality principles and continuous improvement practices.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence within a matrixed environment.
- A master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- 7 years of experience in software design, systems engineering, testing, or a related area is preferred.
- Familiarity with root cause analysis techniques such as Five Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis is preferred.
- Familiarity with ISO requirements and lead auditor certification is preferred.
- Experience with safety-critical software development or CENELEC standards is preferred.
- Familiarity with CMMI requirements is preferred.
Conditions
- Base salary range of $68,900–$98,200 annually.
- Health, welfare, and retirement benefits.
- Potential eligibility for an annual bonus.
- Collaborative, cross-functional work environment.