Software engineering Lead (Systems Quality)

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewInnovation is the oxygen of our company, and in 2023, we invested more than US$850 million in research and development (R&D). We’re now opening a new Research & Development Centre in Cork, Ireland focused on designing software for the company’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio, with plans for expansion across other technologies in the future.
Motorola Solutions’ ecosystem of technologies is centred on safety and security, with LMR representing a foundational core. The company has deployed more than 13,000 LMR networks worldwide, trusted by governments and enterprises for highly secure communications designed to work in the most extreme conditions. Modernised with broadband and advanced data applications, LMR remains at the forefront of providing public safety agencies with the communications they rely on and need.
You’ll be part of our diverse and experienced global team, developing meaningful solutions that support thousands of public safety agencies and enterprises worldwide in solving complex safety and security challenges. Come join our team to work on real-world projects with a real-world impact.
Job Description

The Quality Assurance Process manager will report to the Sr. Manager of Software Quality within the Supply Chain function and will support Motorola LMR Products and Services. This individual will be a “change agent” and will integrate quality checks throughout the development cycle of software tools and applications. This individual will be ensuring the development team integrates quality checks throughout the product development process. This role will also be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of processes and procedures used for improving the efficiency of quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement data-driven software quality engineering strategies aligned with Agile methodologies.
• Define and track software quality metrics (KPIs) to measure and enhance software reliability.
• Drive test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices to improve software delivery efficiency.
• Lead code quality initiatives, ensuring proper code reviews, static analysis, and defect prevention techniques.
• Collaborate with development teams to enforce software quality standards and optimize SDLC efficiency.
• Utilize tools such as JIRA, SonarQube, BitBucket, Confluence, EasyBI, PowerBI, Tableau, and test automation frameworks to track and improve software quality.
• Apply quality methodologies (DFMEA, Six Sigma, risk assessment frameworks) to enhance software reliability and reduce defects.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address software defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 9001, software security best practices, regulatory requirements).
• Develop and maintain best practices, process improvements, and technical documentation for continuous quality enhancement.

Basic Requirements

Minimum Requirements

•   5+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering, Software Development, or QA Management.

• Strong expertise in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Agile, and DevOps methodologies.

• Experience with code quality tools (SonarQube, BitBucket, DOORS) and test automation frameworks.

• Hands-on experience in data analytics and data visualization using EasyBI, Tableau, PowerBI.

• Expertise in applying Quality tools such as DFMEA and Six Sigma methodologies to software improvement initiatives.

• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, software architecture best practices, and automated testing strategies.

• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to drive quality across engineering teams.

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Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanNo

CompanyMotorola Solutions Ireland Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].