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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Engineer Quality Management System, Processes, Methods, Tools iv) - **Company:** Infineon - **Location:** Graz, Austria - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Confluence, JIRA, Collaborative Software, Software Reliability Testing, Backend, Front End Software Development - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=867bd57b85079cf9 ## About the Role * A degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field * At least 6 years of professional work experience in semiconductor manufacturing, with a strong focus on quality management along the supply chain, Front-End and Back-End processes, and reliability testing * Expert-level knowledge in Burn-in methodologies, including deep understanding of physical failure mechanisms, defect analysis, Fault Analysis (FA), and test conditions relevant to semiconductor devices * Proven experience as a technical lead in a cross-functional environment, with the ability to drive decisions, align stakeholders, and manage Design for Stress (DfS) activities effectively * Solid understanding of wafer manufacturing process, foundational skills in data analysis, and familiarity with chip design, test engineering and product development processes * Proficiency in digital collaboration tools such as Confluence, Jira, and Intranet platforms * Show a strong automotive quality mindset and knowledge about automotive requirements * Outstanding interpersonal skills and a genuine service provider attitude, with demonstrated ability to coach, teach, and inspire colleagues while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture * Fluent English (written and spoken); German is a plus ## Description As a Principal Engineer Quality Management System, Processes, Methods, Tools (f/m/div) in our Quality & Excellence team uncover the root causes behind every single error, drive transformational improvements, and implement forward-thinking solutions to ensure our products exceed the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance., * Act as the technical lead and methodological expert for Burn-in (BI), including steering BI decisions, driving continuous improvements, and serving as the primary interface to technology and product development as well as statistics teams * Provide teaching, coaching, and knowledge transfer on Burn-in topics to cross-functional teams, ensuring a consistent and high-quality understanding of BI methodologies across the organization * Support Design for Stress (DfS) sustaining activities, including the management and resolution of DfS Jira Tickets in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders * Serve as the 1st level of support for internal customer inquiries, with a particular focus on Automotive Governance, ensuring timely and solution-oriented responses * Drive long-term, strategically important tasks that require sustained attention, ensuring that critical but non-urgent topics receive appropriate prioritization and follow-through * Collaborate closely with Front-End (FE), Back-End (BE) and product development teams, contributing expert knowledge on failure mechanisms, defects, design and test conditions to support informed quality decisions * Lead customer communications about early topics * Contribute to the continuous improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS), processes, methods, and tools along the entire supply chain, with a strong automotive quality mindset ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [GitOps for the people](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/461-gitops-for-the-people) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) ## Related Articles - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Austria: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/192-best-companies-to-work-for-in-austria-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)