Polarion Specialist

Job Description:

• Polarion is a comprehensive application lifecycle management solution that supports project-specific requirements, test planning, validation, release, and documentation workflows.

The ideal candidate will bring expert-level Polarion configuration skills combined with strong domain expertise in the V-model methodologies for requirements engineering, validation, change management, and release planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and tailor Polarion ALM to support project-specific requirements, test planning, validation, release, and documentation workflows.
• Design and implement processes, workflows, traceability matrices, and custom templates aligned with ASPICE, ISO 26262, and quality frameworks.
• Lead the rollout of Polarion solutions across international teams, including training, documentation, and end-user support.
• Develop and maintain test concepts, oversee test operations, and provide 2nd and 3rd level support for Polarion tool-related issues.
• Manage safety-relevant documentation and ensure regulatory traceability for compliance in automotive/battery systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment following the SAFe framework.
• Support and coach users across departments (Engineering, Quality, IT) to effectively utilize Polarion features for their use cases.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Polarion configuration, workflow implementation, and process customization.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage project templates, custom fields, scripts, permissions, and dashboards.
• Experience integrating Polarion with tools such as Jira, Git, Jenkins, Doors, Teamcenter, or other ALM/PLM systems.
• Proven track record in delivering ALM solutions within safety-critical or regulated environments.

Domain Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and V-model methodologies for requirements engineering, validation, change management, and release planning.
• Experience working in the automotive and/or battery system development sectors is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with safety and quality standards such as ISO 26262, ASPICE, and ISO 21434.

Agile & Communication Skills:

• Proven experience in SAFe-based agile teams, including participation in PI planning, Scrum of Scrums, and cross-team coordination.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to train, support, and mentor international, cross-functional teams.
• Experience creating training materials, leading user workshops, and managing change across distributed teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Polarion Solution Architect or equivalent.
• Knowledge of battery systems, e-mobility, or autonomous vehicle development life cycles.
• Experience with scripting in JavaScript, Velocity, or Python for Polarion automation.

Apply by sending your updated resume and expected hourly rate to refer them.