Automation Solution Architect

5/2020 – offen

- Established automation frameworks and tools on MS Azure in an Agile/SCRUM environment, integrating SSO,
Oracle DB, and PaaS solutions.
- Designed Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform-based frameworks with DevOps best practices for CI/CD
pipelines.
- Trained teams on automation tools and optimized cloud-based testing environments. Reduced testing time
by 45% with Java, Selenium, Spring, and Gradle optimizations.
- Delivered tailored automation solutions by analyzing client requirements and aligning frameworks with
business goals.
- Integrated Splunk for monitoring and analyzing test execution logs in real-time, enabling proactive issue
identification and improving debugging accuracy.
- Migrated to more reliable automation tools, boosting system efficiency and scalability.
- Automated KYC and AML processes with UiPath workflows, enhancing compliance, transaction monitoring,
and regulatory reporting.
- Implemented SonarQube for continuous code analysis, ensuring code quality by detecting issues and
vulnerabilities in core logic and test scripts.
- Led testing activities, resolved root causes of failures, and ensured on-time delivery with strong
cross-functional collaboration.

Automatisierungstechnik (allg.), Java (allg.), Qualitätsmanagement / QS / QA (IT), Selenium, Technisches Qualitätsmanagement / QS / QA

6/2019 – 1/2021

- Led the AOSP/AAOS QA transformation project for BMW Infotainment Systems, integrating double
virtualization and DevOps practices to optimize development and testing.
- Established automation frameworks for mocked and real mobile devices using Java, Kotlin, Espresso, Appium,
Gradle, and Raspberry Pi for hardware-in-the-loop testing.
- Trained teams on automation processes and Zul testing frameworks, aligning with DevOps best practices and
Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Reduced testing time by 30% by optimizing Java/Kotlin automation scripts, ensuring efficient two-week
release cycles.
- Collaborated with developers and product owners to enhance test accuracy, debug issues, and improve
product reliability.
- Leveraged Raspberry Pi for hardware debugging and implemented double virtualization techniques to create
robust testing environments, improving customer satisfaction and product quality.

Qualitätsmanagement / QS / QA (IT), Test Automation, Test Management

7/2017 – 8/2019

• Established company automation methodology, frameworks and tools.
• Provided each staff member with exemplary training to help improve departmental efficiency and boost understanding of respective job duties.
• Demonstrated role of neural networks and ML algorithms in raw image processing for optical and radio telescopes.
• Collaborated successfully with cross-functional development teams to design and manufacture new software products.
• Identified bugs and issues within system and applied troubleshooting techniques for mitigation purposes.
• Documented software development lifecycle process in detailed technical reports.
• Discussed requirements and processes with project managers and developers.
• Assisted team members to follow all testing standards and guidelines as specified in project requirements.
• Attended meetings with quality assurance, developers and project managers to assess scope and sequence of project.

Mongodb, Oracle Database, CUDA

11/2016 – 6/2017

Agile / SCRUM methodology environment
- Current Automation Framework maintenance and improvement
- New features development and integration based on business requirements and market trend
- Migration from the current Automation tool to a new and more reliable one
- Automation analysis and optimization
- Scheduled the tests for execution, monitored, measured, controlled and reported on the test progress, the
product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust to
evolving conditions
- Involved in the planning, monitoring and control of the testing activities and tasks
- Web UI automation testing using KeywordDriven and DataDriven frameworks
- Used source code control tools like SVN and CVS
- Maven Build Tools maintenance and improvement and Jenkins Continuous Integration usage and
improvement

Test Automation, Software Design, UML, J2EE, Java SE, Schulung / Training (IT)

7/2016 – 11/2016

•Designed and developed the automation testing suites from scratch, using various technologies and tools, according to the requirements and available resources
•Involved in the planning, monitoring and control of the testing activities and tasks
•Guided and monitored the analysis, design, implementation and execution of the test
cases, test procedures and test suites
•Scheduled the tests for execution, monitored, measured, controlled and reported on the test progress, the product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust to evolving conditions

Iaas, J2EE, Jenkins, Junit, Objektorientierte Software-Entwicklung, Python, RDF (Resource Description Framework), Scrum, SOAP, Software Architecture, Software Design, Softwareanforderungsanalyse, SSH (Secure Shell), System Architektur, Test Automation, Test Management, Testdesign (IT), Testen, UML, Virtual Memory, Web Services, Windows 7, Xpath

4/2016 – 7/2016

Automation Solution Architect/Senior Automation Developer, AKQA - HRS 04/16 to 06/16
•Designed and developed the Automation Testing Framework from scratch using various technologies and tools, according to the requirements and available resources
•Identified the tools for test reporting, test management and test automation
•Scheduled the tests for execution, monitored, measured, controlled and reported on the test progress, the product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust to evolving conditions
•Implemented headless browser testing platform using PhantomJs/HtmlUnitDriver
•Integrated API REST client and SSH service for back­-end testing
•Integrated Cucumber/Gherkin BDD tools with AWS and Selenium Dockers using Java technologies

OSX, UNIX, Windows 8, Kanban (Softwareentwicklung), Behavior Driven Development, Agile Methodologie, Test Management, Testdesign (IT), Test Automation, Software Design, UML, Objektorientierte Software-Entwicklung, Software Architecture, Softwareanforderungsanalyse, Git, Hudson Software, Gradle, Java Native Interface, Junit, Java-Frameworks, Enterprise Javabeans, Eclipse, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.), Cloud Computing, System Design, System Architektur, Virtualbox, Xpath, Web Services, WSDL (Web Services Description Language), Json, DOM (Document Object Model), HTML, JavaScript, Jquery

2/2015 – 4/2016

•Created the Quality Assurance department and implemented the Agile methodology for the SDLC
•Devised the test objectives, organizational test policies, test strategies and test plans
•Identified the tools for test reporting, test management and test automation
•Designed and developed the Automation Testing Framework from scratch, using various technologies and tools, according to the requirements and available resources
•Involved in the planning, monitoring and control of the testing activities and tasks
•Guided and monitored the analysis, design, implementation and execution of the test
cases, test procedures and test suites
•Scheduled the tests for execution, monitored, measured, controlled and reported on the
test progress, the product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and
compensating as needed to adjust to evolving conditions
•Identified the needed testing effort by calculating the sizing needed for the given release
and planned the effort needed for the same
•Initiated the test planning activities for test case design and encouraged the team to hold
review meetings
•During the testing cycle monitored the test progress by constantly assessing the work
assignment to each of the resources and re-balanced or re-allocated them as required
•Held meetings within the test team to make sure everyone is aware of what the fellow
team members are doing
•Devised the Beta Testing Program and delivered more than 200 units worldwide

Embedded Systems, Microsoft Windows Mobile, Android, iOS, Qualitätsmanagement / QS / QA (IT), Test Automation, Jenkins, Gradle, Java-Frameworks, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.), Embedded Software, Projektleitung / Teamleitung, Team Building

10/2014 – 7/2015

• Automation Software Developer, IBM 10/14 to 07/15

•Designed the architecture and developed Automation Testing Framework from scratch using Java technologies and Selenium WebDriver combined with other tools
•Design, develop and maintain tests that guarantee the product's functional correctness, performance, scale and security
•Collaborate with developers to model customer behavior, improve test coverage, identify and troubleshoot product issues and determine root causes
•Participate in technical discussions within the team and with other groups within business units associated with the project
•Proficiency in utilizing existent QE tools and processes, provide input to drive continual improvement and promote innovative, effective automated solutions
•Work with manual testers to test new features for different browser and OS combinations
•Provide guidance and mentoring to other team members

Virtual Memory, Projektleitung / Teamleitung (IT), Test Automation, SAP HANA, UML, Jenkins, Gradle, Junit, Java-Frameworks, Enterprise Javabeans, Eclipse, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.), Cloud Computing, VPN, Virtualisierung (Allg.), Web Services, Json, React (JavaScript library), Technische Projektleitung / Teamleitung, Projektleitung / Teamleitung

9/2013 – 10/2014

• Automation Software Developer, IBX Business Network 09/13 to 10/14

•Participated in creating requirement documents, design and development for Automation Testing Solution
•Interacted with Business Analysts and developers in requirements analysis, design reviews, testing and documentation for application developed in Agile environment
•Created and executed automated software test plans, cases and scripts to uncover, identify and document software problems and their causes, using C# and Selenium/WatiN WebDrivers
•Automated major flows using Selenium/WatiN WebDrivers
•Involved in the Maintenance and Code changes from existing code
•Developed and tested Automation Solution for Data Migration validation, based on XML files comparison
•Created SQL Functions/Procedures/Views and simple queries to validate that actual test results match expected results
•Involved in a Technology Migration Project, from Microsoft technologies to Java
•Identified test cases to automate and developed them using Selenium, JUnit and Java (Eclipse IDE). Contributed in framework creation
•Written Data Driven test cases and Analyzed test results in JUnit reports
•Proficient in White Box Testing, Black Box Testing, Automation Testing, API Testing and GUI Testing
•Promote a culture of excellence and quality and seek continuous improvement

Scrum, Test Automation, Junit, Java-Frameworks, Eclipse, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.)

3/2012 – 9/2013

Huawei NGBSS/PRM Software Engineer – E-plus Gruppe, Germany;
• Lead QA Engineer, E-Plus Gruppe - Düsseldorf/Germany 05/13 to 08/13
• Implementation Engineer, E-Plus Gruppe - Düsseldorf/Germany 03/12 to 05/13

•Designed and implemented automated testing tools and programs addressing areas including database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error/bug retests and usability
•Documented software defects using bug tracking system and reported defects involving program functionality, output, online screen and content to software developers (HP-Quality Center)
•Conducted formal and informal product design reviews throughout the software development lifecycle to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules and potential issues
•Participated in testing activities, in collaboration with the development and production teams, to ensure satisfactory performance of end-user reporting
•Created Oracle SQL Functions/Procedures/Views and simple queries to validate that actual test results match expected results
•UAT support for Full-MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator), Interconnect and Roaming Rating/Billing systems
•NGPRM System Solution SPOC for Premium Service Rating/Billing and Partner Management
•Provided production support and application maintenance, including troubleshooting software systems as required, optimizing performance, resolving problems and providing follow-up on all issues and solutions
•Strong knowledge of various software development life cycle (SDLC) aspects such as Requirement analysis, Design, Development, Testing and Deployment
•Working knowledge of Waterfall development model

Oracle Business Intelligence (BI), Oracle Database, Oracle-Anwendungen, Informatica, ITIL, UNIX, Windows Server 2008, IBM Aix, Test Automation, Enterprise Service Bus, PL/SQL, Junit, Eclipse, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.), SSH (Secure Shell), Umts, VoIP, WAP, Projektteambildung / -entwicklung, Projektleitung / Teamleitung

3/2011 – 2/2012

• Automation Engineer
•QA Engineer for security and monitoring systems
•ASP.NET/C#, MVC, HTML, CSS, MS SQL Development
•Embedded Programming
•Gerber Technology Pre-Sales Consultant

Microsoft SQL-Server (MS SQL), Embedded Systems, Linux (Kernel), Test Automation, Nunit, C#, Java-Frameworks, J2EE, Java SE, Java (allg.), Embedded Software

10/2010 – 11/2011

• ASP.NET/C#, MVC Development;
• Oracle 10g PL/SQL Development;
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript.

Oracle Database, Test Automation, PL/SQL, C#, Junit, Java-Frameworks, J2EE, Java SE, HTML, JavaScript, JavaScript-Frameworks

8/2008 – 2/2011

• Application Support and Helpdesk;
• Products Promotion and Development.

Idms, Siebel CRM, Test Automation, Junit, J2EE, 1st Level Support / UHD, 2nd & 3rd Level Support, IT-Support (allg.)

8/2006 – 8/2008

• Customer Service;
• Products and Services Promotion;
• Database Administrator.

Mysql, Saas, 2nd & 3rd Level Support, IT-Support (allg.)

4/2004 – 8/2004

AutoCAD programmer

Autodesk AutoCAD (allg.)