R&D Quality Engineer (m/w/d)

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced R&D Quality Engineer who engages with engineering teams to embed quality into the design, development, and delivery of automotive systems. This role focuses on strengthening ASPICE maturity and translating quality frameworks into practical, real-world impact.

What you will do

• Partner with system and software engineering teams to implement and improve ASPICE-compliant processes.
• Drive continuous improvement of product quality, not just process adherence.
• Support and guide teams through ASPICE assessments (internal & external).
• Translate ASPICE requirements into practical, scalable engineering workflows.
• Identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities across the development lifecycle.
• Coach teams on best practices in systems & software engineering.
• Contribute to building a quality-driven engineering culture.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• ASPICE Provisional Assessor certification with Cybersecurity extension (Competent assessor is a plus).
• Strong background in systems & software engineering.
• Proven experience implementing ASPICE in real projects.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English (both verbal and written).
• ASPICE for Machine Learning (preferred).
• VW SQIL certification (preferred).