ALM Specialist

Job Summary:

We seek an experienced Polarion ALM solutions expert with deep technical and process knowledge to configure, customize, and roll out Polarion ALM solutions across systems engineering domains.

The ideal candidate will bring expert-level Polarion configuration skills, combined with strong domain expertise in the V-model, automotive or battery system development, and experience working in SAFe-based agile teams.

You will be responsible for end-to-end management of requirements, validation, release management, and safety & product documentation within Polarion. Your role will also include tool support, process rollout, training delivery, and test concept creation.

• 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 (10-week Program Increments).
• Support and coach users across departments (Engineering, Quality, IT) to effectively utilize Polarion features for their use cases.
• Drive continuous improvement of Polarion-based ALM processes through feedback, automation, and performance optimization.

• Polarion Expertise (Mandatory)
  • 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.