Manufacturing Quality Engineer, General Assembly - EE/SW

Manufacturing Quality Engineer, General Assembly - EE/SW Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Software / Electrical Quality Engineer to join a growing team focused on delivering high-quality software and embedded systems across multiple platforms. This role plays a key part in ensuring product reliability by driving quality processes, supporting cross-functional collaboration, and improving testing and validation standards. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in software testing, business analysis, and Agile delivery, along with a proactive mindset and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working across teams and time zones. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test suites for software and embedded systems Perform functional, regression, UAT, and live environment testing Identify, document, and track defects using tools like Jira; partner with development teams to resolve issues Analyze system requirements and translate them into detailed QA documentation and protocols Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, design, manufacturing) to support product readiness Support Agile practices and the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Evaluate product performance post-release using analytics and user feedback Maintain quality documentation (FSDs, PRDs, mock-ups, etc.) Provide mentorship and onboarding support for new QA team members Support risk management activities including FMEA development and control plans Contribute to the definition and improvement of quality processes and technical standards Assist with product testing events and validation activities Provide day-to-day quality support to technical and operational teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of advanced degree and experience) Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and SDLC practices Hands-on experience with QA and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, YouTrack) Experience in cross-platform software and/or embedded systems testing Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred:

ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation Level) PRINCE2® Foundation or Practitioner certification What We're Looking For High attention to detail with a structured, quality-first mindset Ability to work independently while collaborating across global teams Comfort in fast-paced, evolving environments Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to innovate Strong ownership and follow-through #IND1 #ZR