Software Quality Engineer

DiverseJobsMatter; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Software Quality Engineer to enhance their Quality Assurance team. This role is pivotal in maintaining high standards across software development projects and offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in quality assurance within complex and regulated environments. You will engage in developing and implementing Software Quality Assurance strategies, conducting audits, and providing ongoing support to project teams. If you possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of software development lifecycles, this position could be your next career move. Join a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in technology and quality.

Benefits

Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company-Contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working Arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Eligibility for Annual Performance Incentives

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and quality assurance.
• Experience with quality standards in aerospace or defence.
• Excellent communication skills for discussing audit outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Performing software quality roles across development projects.
• Developing and implementing internal Software Quality Assurance strategies.
• Identifying root causes of non-compliance and implementing corrective actions.

Skills

Software Development Lifecycles

Quality Assurance Principles

Excellent Communication Skills

Root Cause Investigation

Quality Standards in Aerospace

Complex Electronics Hardware Development

Hardware Quality Processes

Validation Activities in Regulated Environment

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Base pay range

Job Title: Software Quality Engineer

Salary: Up to £55,000 (depending on skills and experience)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Software Quality Engineer to join their Quality Assurance team and play a key role in maintaining high standards across software development projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with software development knowledge to deepen their experience in quality assurance within complex engineering and regulated environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Performing a dedicated software quality role across a range of development projects
• Developing and implementing internal Software Quality Assurance (SQA) strategies, including auditing and compliance processes
• Generating and managing Software Quality Plans
• Planning, conducting, reporting, and communicating internal software audit findings
• Identifying root causes of non-compliance and overseeing implementation of corrective and preventative actions
• Providing ongoing SQA support to project teams according to project-specific SQA plans

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and associated quality assurance principles
• Excellent communication skills to effectively deliver and discuss audit outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to investigate root causes and implement preventative actions
• Experience with quality standards in aerospace or defence (e.g. RTCA DO-178, EN9100, AS9100, AS9145)
• Exposure to complex electronics hardware development (e.g. DO-254)
• Familiarity with hardware quality processes such as First Article Inspections (FAIs)
• Experience in validation or review activities within a regulated environment

Our client offers a range of competitive benefits, including:

• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Enhanced annual leave
• Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee assistance programme
• Eligibility for annual performance incentives

About the Team

You’ll be joining a collaborative Quality Assurance team that is driving internal software QA strategies across development projects. This role offers significant exposure to the full development lifecycle and regulated processes such as systems development, electronics hardware assurance, AS9102 First Article Inspections, and AS9145 Advanced Product Quality Planning.

Inclusion & Accessibility

Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Additional Information

• Due to the nature of the work, this role may be subject to security and export control restrictions. This may affect eligibility based on nationality, residency, or previous citizenship.
• Closing Date: 16 May 2025
• This vacancy may close early if there is a high volume of applications, so early submission is encouraged.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media

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