Quality Assurance Engineer

Overview

Smarterminds is the first startup in Belgium fully specialized in automotive software consultancy — and the one of the few who secured major OEM and Tier-1 clients during a period of industry-wide budget cuts. Our niche expertise and commitment to top-tier quality have positioned us as a trusted supplier for leading European automotive brands.

Our solution is simple: we provide expert consultants who integrate seamlessly into their in-house teams on fixed-term projects, ensuring delivery continuity and technical excellence.

We are currently looking to hire a Quality Assurance Engineer to support our clients in Benelux. This role gives you the unique opportunity to work in an international environment and gain direct exposure to some of the world’s most influential automotive brands.

You’ll benefit from Belgium’s world-class social infrastructure — including medical insurance, education ranked top-5 globally, and exceptional quality of life — alongside hybrid work flexibility, training coverage, and an end-of-year bonus.

• Plan and execute software quality activities on assigned projects in accordance with customer requirements, and applicable standards
• Evaluate project activities and work products against ASPICE and ISO
  26262 standards
• Detect, report, and assess deviations, non-compliances, and quality risks
• Track and follow up on deviations and issues until closure
• Participate in internal ASPICE assessments on assigned projects
• Guide and support project team members in the application of ASPICE and Functional Safety requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems for automotive sector
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance within the automotive industry
• Experience with ISO/IEC 15504 (Automotive SPICE)
• Experience with ISO 26262 (Automotive Functional Safety)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Located in Europe (EU citizen or holding permanent residency preferred) and willing to relocate to Belgium.

• International exposure with major world class projects
• Competitive salary with full Belgian social security benefits
• Medical insurance + extra DKV global coverage
• High quality of life: top healthcare, education, and infrastructure
• Hybrid work model with flexible working hours according to project needs
• Training budget for certifications & continuous skill development
• Modern, supportive leadership focused on growth and autonomy
• End-of-year bonus tied to company success