Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Matchtech; Luton; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer for an initial 6-month contract in Luton. The role involves delivering independent software assurance during design and development phases, maintaining Quality Assurance Plans, and conducting audits to ensure compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of QA methodologies and relevant certifications. Salary is £33ph, with an onsite requirement.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and regulations.
• Experience in managing QA resources for multiple projects.
• Able to conduct audits and compliance checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent software assurance during all phases of development.
• Develop and maintain Software Quality Assurance Plans.
• Evaluate suppliers for software quality standards compliance.
• Conduct audits and assessments for internal processes.
• Perform software conformity reviews and configuration audits.

Skills

AS9100

ISO9001

RTCA

DO-178C

AS9115

AQAP-2210

Software Quality Assurance

Quality Engineer

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Overview

Software Quality Assurance Engineer — Initial 6 month contract in Luton (onsite). Salary: £33ph, Umbrella, inside IR35. SC required; candidate can start on BPSS.

Key skills required

• AS9100, ISO9001, RTCA, DO-178C, AS9115, AQAP-2210
• Software, DOORS, QA, Quality Assurance, Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent software assurance during the design, development, test, and release phases.
• Develop and maintain Software Quality Assurance Plans aligned with project and contractual requirements.
• Estimate and manage quality assurance resources for multiple projects.
• Evaluate suppliers and subcontractors for their ability to meet required software quality standards.
• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance with internal processes and industry standards.
• Participate in software lifecycle reviews, including design reviews, code inspections, and release approvals.
• Perform software conformity reviews and configuration audits.
• Verify and approve the release of deliverable software products.