Remote Automotive Quality Assurance Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote role

Health insurance

Career development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Remote Automotive Quality Assurance Lead to oversee QA for automotive electronic products from a home office. You will shape QA strategies, manage a distributed team of QA engineers, and drive defect resolution with development teams to ensure top-tier reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or CS, 8+ years in QA with 3+ in leadership, and experience in automotive electronics.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 8+ years in quality assurance, with at least 3 years in lead/management role
• Proven automotive industry experience and understanding of automotive electronic systems
• Experience developing and executing comprehensive QA strategies for complex products
• Proficiency with testing methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, test management)
• Experience with embedded systems testing and HIL is a plus

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement QA strategies for automotive electronic products
• Lead and mentor a remote team of QA engineers
• Define test plans, test cases, and procedures based on requirements
• Oversee functional, integration, system, regression and performance testing
• Identify, document, and track defects; drive timely resolutions
• Collaborate with development teams to improve product quality
• Analyze results and report on quality readiness and risk
• Stay updated with IATF 16949 and QA best practices
• Participate in design reviews to input on quality considerations

Conhecimentos

Leadership

QA strategies

Remote team management

Testing methodologies

Embedded systems testing

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Ferramentas

JIRA

Confluence

Test management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a prominent global supplier of automotive electronic systems, is seeking a highly experienced and meticulous Remote Automotive Quality Assurance Lead to oversee the quality assurance efforts for their innovative product lines. This critical role involves developing and implementing comprehensive QA strategies, leading a remote team of QA engineers, and ensuring the highest standards of product quality and reliability. You will be responsible for defining test plans, overseeing test execution, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating closely with development teams to drive product improvements. As a fully remote position, the ideal candidate must possess exceptional organizational skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage and motivate a distributed team. This is an excellent opportunity to significantly impact the quality of automotive electronic components and systems used worldwide, from the convenience of your home office, contributing to a company dedicated to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust quality assurance strategies and processes for automotive electronic products.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a remote team of QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality.
• Define test plans, test cases, and test procedures based on product requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee the execution of various testing phases, including functional, integration, system, regression, and performance testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and issues using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution of defects.
• Analyze test results and provide comprehensive reports on product quality and readiness.
• Champion quality best practices throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Participate in product design reviews and provide input on quality-related aspects.
• Stay updated with automotive industry quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949) and QA methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a lead or management role.
• Proven experience in the automotive industry, with a strong understanding of automotive electronic systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing comprehensive QA strategies for complex products.
• Proficiency in various testing methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, test management software).
• Experience with embedded systems testing and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for managing a remote team effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.
• Familiarity with automotive quality standards and processes.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of R .
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunity to lead quality assurance for cutting-edge automotive technologies.
• Work with a globally recognized leader in automotive electronics.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribute to ensuring the safety and reliability of vehicles worldwide.