QA Director Jobs in Cupertino, CA

A Quality Assurance (QA) Director is a high-level executive who oversees the quality control operations within a company. They are responsible for developing and implementing quality control systems, establishing standards and guidelines, and ensuring that all products and services meet the required quality benchmarks. They also direct and coordinate the quality control team to ensure that all inspections and tests are accurately done on time. Apart from this, a QA Director is also expected to manage and resolve any quality-related issues, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.

Before becoming a QA Director, one may hold roles such as QA Manager, QA Engineer, or Quality Control Supervisor. A QA Director should possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They should have a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mind. In terms of educational qualifications, a Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a relevant field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) are highly desirable. Furthermore, they should have a solid understanding of quality control procedures and relevant legal standards, and proficiency in using Quality Management Systems (QMS) and databases.

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Director, QA Validation

  • Redwood City, CA (14 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (14 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Management System.Stays abreast of evolving multi-regional regulatory requirements and develops strategies to assess and update internal quality processes accordingly.Provides support for internal...

Quality Engineering Manager, FlashArray

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We're in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in...

Software Quality Engineering Manager

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Apr 17, 2025 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200599518 Imagine what you can do here. Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work....

Associate Director- QA Compliance

  • Foster City, CA (20 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (20 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 3 days ago

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop...

Director- QA Compliance

  • Foster City, CA (20 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (20 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Align, strategize and collaborate with the Global Supplier Quality function within Gilead Enhance Global Third party Quality Oversight program and Qualification Process by leading initiatives to maintain...

Senior Quality Assurance Manager: Contact Center Operations

  • Mountain View, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Management and Interaction Analytic products preferred....

Technical Program Manager, Quality Assurance Lead, Project Starline

  • Mountain View, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Apply share linkCopy link emailEmail a friend info_outline XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain...

Quality Assurance Manager

  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 7 days ago

The QA Manager is the designated SQF Practitioner on site in the absence of the QA Director Develop and maintain food safety (PCQI) documents and quality management related programs, including record...

Quality Engineering Manager

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Company Overview We are a specialized provider of conformal coating services for printed circuit boards (PCBs), supporting mission-critical applications in the aerospace, defense, drone, and space...

Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Quality Assurance Coordinator Quality Assurance Coordinator locations Fremont, CA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-8631 Vishay manufactures one of the world's...

Sr. Director, Quality Assurance

  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 10 days ago

What You'll Bring: Experience: 18+ years of leadership in electronic and computer product quality management systems, preferably in the server and high-end computing industry....

Quality Engineering Manager

  • Newark, CA (15 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Minimum of 5+ years in PCBA, Box build and EMS industry IPC-610 certified Proven experience with quality management systems, auditing, and regulatory compliance....

Senior Hardware Product Quality Manager, PQM

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We are looking for a Senior Hardware Product Quality Manager (PQM) in an individual contributor role to support NVIDIAs datacenter hardware quality assurance activities, stationed in Santa Clara,...

Research & Development and Quality Assurance Manager

  • Burlingame, CA (24 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (24 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Work is Sweet! 'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and...

Hardware Product Quality Manager, PQM

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago

We are looking for a Hardware Product Quality Manager (PQM) in an individual contributor role to support NVIDIAs datacenter hardware quality assurance activities, stationed in Santa Clara,...

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Salary for QA Director Jobs in Cupertino, CA

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Highest Education Level

QA Directors in Cupertino, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
Master's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
9.5%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by QA Directors in Cupertino, CA
4-6 years
48.4%
2-4 years
26.5%
8-10 years
13.2%
6-8 years
10.8%
1-2 years
1.1%



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