Beschreibung
I'm currently looking for a Defect Manager to be based in Stuttgart for an Automotive client. Knowledge of the German language is NOT necessary. 12 month initial contract with the possibility to extend. Rate negotiable.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
* Responsibility for tracking, reporting and customer alignment of defects mainly in area of software but not limited to.
* Coordinates and tracks defect reduction together with Functional Owner/Sub Project leader
* Close cooperation with SW-Project Leader and other Project Leaders (eg HW)
* Participation and active communication in customer alignment meetings w/r to defect status, reduction planning and prioritization
* Planning and steering of defect reduction plans through all functional areas with focus on software
* Defect reporting (internally/externally)
Required Skills:
* University degree in engineering (Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering or appropriate graduation or technician
* Minimum 1-3 years experience in project or line management (team size >2-5 project or team members)
* Experience in SW development is recommended
* Excellent skills in MS Excel and defect management systems (eg ELVIS, JIRA)
* Knowledge of configuration management tools is recommended (esp. Git/Stash)
* High sense of responsibility, can work independently in the area of defect reduction planning and tracking
* Sound understanding of SW-development and architecture
* Technical and commercial English fluently
* Ability to analyse, to communicate and to present
* Ability to work under pressure
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