Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. seeks a Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer to guide end-to-end quality for rail-grade solutions.

The role focuses on improving processes, governance, measurements, and audit supervision across the development lifecycle. You will lead process improvements, drive audits, and implement corrective and preventive actions, while collaborating in a matrix environment with strong communication across technical and non-technical teams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• MS degree preferred for higher responsibility.
• 4+ years in software development, implementation and/or quality.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, tools and processes.
• Experience with process assurance activities and audits.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for continuous improvement of process effectiveness and efficiency.
• Lead operating rhythm to improve software First Pass Yield and defect escape rate.

Skills

Team player

Influence in matrix environment

Verbal and written communication

Self-motivation

Process improvement

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or Engineering

MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related subject

Job description

Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer

• Full-time
• Job Family: Engineering Quality

Who will you be working with?

The Lead Software Quality Engineer will be part of a team developing world class Positive Train Control solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring the product quality for the end to end system by managing the development cycle process.

How will you make a difference?

This role provides leadership for process improvements, governance throughout the process, measurements system enhancements and tracking, and audit supervision.

What do we want to know about you?

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
• At least 4 years of experience in software development, implementation and/or quality
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, and processes
• Strong understanding of Process Assurance activities, including Process Audits, Corrective and Preventative Actions
• Strong team player
• High personal energy and self-accountability
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with both technical and nontechnical audiences
• Able to lead by influence while working in a matrix environment

Desired Characteristics

• MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
• 7 years of experience in software design, systems, or test
• Familiar with root cause analysis techniques such as Five Whys, Fish Bone Diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis, etc.
• Familiar with ISO requirements and lead auditor certified
• Familiar with Safety Critical Software Development, or CENELEC Standard compliance
• Familiar with CMMI requirements

What will your typical day look like?

• Be responsible for the continuous improvement of process effectiveness and efficiency. Support engineering teams developing, optimizing and implementing new processes, while ensuring compliance with Digital Intelligence and Wabtec policies.
• Lead operating rhythm to improve software First Pass Yield and defect escape rate