Software Quality Lead: Drive Defect Prevention & Reliability

motorolasolutions; George Town; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Motorola Solutions in Malaysia is seeking a Software Quality Lead to drive software quality across the SDLC, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and global quality teams to prevent defects and improve product reliability.

Lead root-cause analysis, facilitate DFMEA, and monitor quality metrics while ensuring ISO and telecom standards compliance. Represent the Malaysia site in reviews and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years experience in software development, testing, or software quality.
• Strong understanding of software quality processes and defect analysis.
• Comfortable working with manufacturing quality teams and supporting factory investigations.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in telecom, mission-critical systems, or LMR products preferred.
• Six Sigma or Quality certification required.

Responsibilities

• Drive software quality practices across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Lead root cause analysis of software defects and drive corrective actions.
• Facilitate DFMEA and design reviews to prevent defect leakage.
• Define and monitor software quality metrics and analyze defect trends.
• Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations to ensure product quality and release readiness.
• Support manufacturing quality investigations related to software and system-level issues.
• Represent the Malaysia site in software quality reviews and leadership updates.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and telecom quality standards.

Skills

Software quality

Root cause analysis

Agile development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Motorola Solutions in Malaysia is seeking a Software Quality Lead to drive software quality across the SDLC, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and global quality teams to prevent defects and improve product reliability.

Lead root-cause analysis, facilitate DFMEA, and monitor quality metrics while ensuring ISO and telecom standards compliance. Represent the Malaysia site in reviews and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic, cross-functional environment.