Software Quality Engineer (4-6 Years)

What you'll do?

Quality Planning & Governance

• Create and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan in alignment with QMS, ASPICE, and IATF standards.
• Define quality objectives, KPIs, and audit schedules for the project lifecycle.
• Ensure QA activities are integrated into project milestones and deliverables.

Quality Assurance Execution

• Plan and conduct audits (process audits, work product audits) as per QMS guidelines.
• Perform compliance checks against ASPICE, IATF, and internal standards.
• Monitor non-conformances , track corrective actions, and verify closure.
• Maintain audit trackers and ensure timely reporting of findings.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and present monthly quality status reports to management and project teams.
• Provide objective feedback on adherence to QMS and quality of work products.
• Act as an independent voice for quality in project reviews and decision-making.

Support & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Process Owners to feed insights into the continuous improvement loop.
• Assist project teams in ASPICE and IATF certification readiness .

What will you bring?

Standards Knowledge

• Strong understanding of IATF 16949 and ASPICE frameworks.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Agile/SAFe methodologies .
• (Preferred) Certifications in ASPICE Assessor, IATF Auditor, or similar.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Expertise in audit planning and execution (process and product audits).
• Knowledge of PPAP , FMEA , and core quality tools .
• Ability to interpret and apply industry standards to project environments.
• Understanding of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and Cybersecurity is a plus.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong ownership and accountability for deliverables.
• Ability to influence teams and drive compliance without conflict.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills .
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualification: BE / BTech / ME / MTech