Senior Manager System and Software Quality

Experienced Senior Manager for System and Software Quality with over 16 years of expertise in software-intensive, safety-critical systems within the automotive sector. Specialized in strategic quality management, ASPICE assessments, and the implementation of robust process architectures. Possesses extensive experience in ensuring ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 conformity, as well as leading intercultural teams to translate regulatory requirements into practical process specifications. Comprehensive assessment experience and expertise in analyzing software issues and optimizing development processes. Key profile strengths include Functional Safety + Automotive, Quality Leadership + Standards, ISO 26262 / Functional Safety.

Conducting ASPICE assessments and implementing Agile methodologies, as well as developing and governing processes in software-intensive systems. Establishing and embedding robust process architectures and data-driven governance in global R&D organizations to ensure compliance. Leading intercultural teams and translating regulatory and compliance requirements into concrete process and quality gates for engineering units. Systematic analysis of software issues and functional deviations (ASPICE SYS.1-SYS.5, SWE.1–SWE.6, SUP.1), and derivation of process and tool optimizations. Ensuring ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 conformity through assessments and collaboration with cross-functional teams.