As a Senior or Staff Quality Engineer in Strykeru2019s Navigation Business Unit (https://www.stryker.com/us/en/portfolios/medical-surgical-equipment/navigation.html) (Freiburg), youu2019ll ensure top-quality standards in the serial production of advanced electronic medical devices u2014 including navigation platforms, tracking tools, and ablation technologies. Acting as a key link between quality and manufacturing, you'll drive reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement across a global, cross-functional environment. What will you do: Support daily quality operations in serial manufacturing for navigation systems and devices Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for quality issues from production and post-market feedback Manage and maintain quality records and activities using systems like TrackWise, OnePLM, and ValGenesis Act as a key liaison between quality, manufacturing, and engineering teams Drive and support quality improvement and cost-reduction initiatives Coordinate with suppliers on quality topics and support supplier-related issue resolution Contribute to regulatory and internal compliance across manufacturing processes Support audit readiness and participate in inspections as needed What will you need: _Required:_ Bacheloru2019s degree in Medical Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or in a comparable scientific field. Minimum 2 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in the medical device industry. The seniority of the role may be adjusted based on your experience and qualifications Solid understanding of quality systems, root cause analysis, and manufacturing support Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams Structured, solution-oriented, and proactive mindset Fluency in German and English _Preferred:_ Familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and NC/CAPA processes Experience with complaint handling and post-market quality Prior experience using TrackWise, PLM systems, or validation management tools Knowledge of supplier quality and external quality collaboration Diversity is important to us. We welcome applications from people regardless of their ethnic, national or social origin, gender, disability, age or sexual identity. Additional information Please note that the internal job title may differ from the ad title. Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer u2013 M/F/Veteran/Disability.