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Software Quality & Process ManagerSteepGraph • pune, India
Software Quality & Process Manager

Software Quality & Process Manager

SteepGraph • pune, India
4 days ago
Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Software Quality Process Manager (SQA) to build and institutionalize SteepGraph’s software delivery quality system from the ground up.

This is a foundational role the first dedicated quality leader responsible for defining, implementing, and governing organization-wide delivery and quality processes aligned with CMMI, ISO 9001, Agile, and DevOps best practices.

You will work closely with Delivery Heads, Project Managers, and Leadership to ensure predictable, high-quality PLM and software project deliveries through consistent templates, metrics, and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

1. Process Definition & Standardization

  • Define end-to-end delivery processes covering proposal, estimation, planning, execution, and closure.
  • Develop standardized templates for proposals, estimates, kickoff decks, governance packs, and project dashboards.
  • Design and implement frameworks for Agile ceremonies, JIRA governance, defect management, and DevOps-integrated QA.
  • Establish and maintain a version-controlled QMS repository for all templates, SOPs, and delivery artifacts.
  • Ensure consistent process adherence across all PLM and software delivery projects.

2. Quality & Governance Managemen t

  • Implement and maintain QMS aligned with ISO 9001 : 2015 and CMMI Level 3+ standards.
  • Conduct internal, delivery, and configuration audits, track findings, define CAPA, and ensure timely closure.
  • Establish governance structures — steering committees, review cadences, escalation mechanisms, and delivery health checks.
  • Track and publish key delivery KPIs : defect density, process adherence, productivity, and quality trends.
  • 3. Change Enablement & Training

  • Drive process awareness and role-based training programs for delivery managers and project teams.
  • Promote Agile / CMMI / ISO awareness through workshops and knowledge sessions.
  • Lead change management initiatives to improve adoption and institutionalization of new processes.
  • 4. Continuous Improvement & Business Excellence

  • Identify, evaluate, and drive process improvement and automation opportunities across teams.
  • Perform RCA for process deviations and implement preventive measures.
  • Benchmark internal practices against industry best practices to continuously advance maturity.
  • Support customer audits, RFPs, and external assessments through robust process documentation.
  • Required Skills & Competencies

    Technical / Process Expertise

  • Strong working knowledge of CMMI, ISO 9001, Agile, and ITIL (as supporting, not core) frameworks.
  • Proven experience in QMS implementation, audits, CAPA, metrics dashboards, and process automation.
  • Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, MS Office, and Visio for process design and reporting.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and delivery metrics.
  • Exposure to engineering / product development / PLM / ERP project environments preferred.
  • Soft Skills

  • Structured thinker, process-driven, disciplined, and collaborative.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills — able to influence delivery leadership.
  • Comfortable operating in fast-growing, mid-size setups where you build processes from scratch.
  • Experience Profile

  • Total Experience : 10–16 years
  • Relevant : 5+ years in software quality, QMS setup, or delivery process governance
  • Preferred Domains : Product Engineering, PLM, ERP, Digital Transformation, or Software Services
  • Education : BE / BTech / MCA / MBA (Preferred)
  • Certifications : CMMI, ISO 9001 auditor, Agile, or Lean Six Sigma (preferred but not mandatory)
  • Why Join SteepGraph

  • Play a pivotal role in building SteepGraph’s Delivery Excellence Framework for PLM and software projects.
  • Collaborate with global teams delivering next-gen PLM and digital transformation solutions.
  • Opportunity to define and scale processes across business units, impacting quality, governance, and customer success.
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