Manager, Software Safety, Quality, and Security

Daimler Truck North America

. Develop, implement, roll out, and continuously improve preventive software quality, cybersecurity, and functional safety cultures across the development process .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Software Quality, Functional Safety, and Cybersecurity, with a strong focus on implementing ISO 26262 and ISO 21434 standards. Proven ability to lead high-performance teams and manage global projects in the commercial vehicle sector.

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ISO 26262 ExpertiseISO 21434 ExpertiseCommercial Vehicle Systems KnowledgeTeam LeadershipGlobal Project Management

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Hard Skills

Software Quality ImplementationFunctional Safety ProcessesCybersecurity MeasuresQuality KPIs DevelopmentSystem AnalysisRisk MinimizationProject ManagementElectrical Architecture LeadershipCritical ThinkingProblem Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencingCommunicationAnalytical ThinkingTeam Building

Industry Keywords

Preventive Software QualityCybersecurity CultureFunctional Safety CultureQuality ManagementSupplier ManagementDaimler Truck BrandsNAFTA RegionElectrical and Electronics ProjectsInternational TravelCriminal Background Check

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, roll out, and continuously improve preventive software quality, cybersecurity, and functional safety cultures across the development process
Identify weak points, threats, and hazards with system and component owners
Implement and validate measures to minimize product risks
Collaborate with global counterparts to refine and implement global processes
Ensure related work products represent all Daimler Truck brands
Lead and influence across organizations and regions to ensure adherence to quality, functional safety, and cybersecurity principles
Participate actively in the global Software Safety, Quality and Security organization
Implement and roll out Software Quality and Safety (SQS) processes in the NAFTA region
Lead global processes and work products across teams
Develop and lead local software quality engineers, cybersecurity architects, and functional safety engineers
Work with commercial truck system and component owners throughout the development cycle
Develop, collect, and monitor quality requirements, quality KPIs, and status reports for in-house software development
Strengthen collaboration among Quality Management, Development, Procurement, and Supplier Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field with 8 years of commercial vehicle experience, required
Five years of experience working in quality, functional safety and/or cyber security disciplines
Expert knowledge of ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and ISO 21434 (Cyber Security)
Detailed knowledge of commercial vehicle systems
Ability to travel internationally up to 20% of the time
Prior experience building and leading a high-performance team, including project teams
Experience in leading electrical and electronics projects for commercial vehicle electrical architectures
Experience managing global projects and teams
Experience in system analysis and evaluation
Demonstrated critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving abilities
An attached resume is required
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
Must meet applicable U.S. visa sponsorship eligibility requirements if sponsorship is needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria
Hybrid schedule: 4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote
U.S. visa sponsorship available for qualifying candidates
Equal employment opportunities and accommodation or special assistance with applying