Job Title:
Quality Manager – Product Development
Location:
Lausanne
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented
Quality Manager
to lead our quality assurance efforts across the product development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement quality management strategies aligned with product development goals.
* Establish and maintain quality standards, processes, and KPIs throughout the product lifecycle.
* Ensure compliance with relevant international standards (ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, etc.).
* Lead internal and external audits; manage certifications and regulatory requirements.
* Define and optimize QA processes (e.g., testing, defect tracking, release criteria).
* Promote continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
* Work closely with engineering, product management, UX, and operations teams to embed quality into all phases of product development.
* Participate in design reviews, code inspections, and risk assessments.
* Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous learning across the organization.
* Track, analyze, and report quality metrics (e.g., defect density, test coverage, cycle time).
* Use data to drive decision-making and present insights to leadership.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Management, or related field.
* 8+ years of experience in quality assurance or quality management within the tech or software development industry.
* Strong knowledge of industry standards such as
ISO 9001
,
ISO/IEC 27001
,
CMMI
, etc.
* Hands-on experience with
Six Sigma
,
Lean
, or other quality improvement frameworks.
* Proficiency with QA tools and platforms (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Selenium, etc.).
* Deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, or other modern development methodologies.
* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
* Lead Auditor certification for ISO standards.
What We Offer:
* A collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Opportunity to shape quality processes from the ground up.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Career growth opportunities in a high-impact role.