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Senior Program Test Manager - Validation & Verification | Global Delivery Strategy
Kehl, Deutschland
Weltweit
M.Sc. Embedded Electronics & Communication SystemsSkills
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Specialized in ADAS testing, V&V strategy, and end-to-end project delivery, I bring extensive experience across multiple OEM platforms and complex, high-value programs. I combine technical expertise, project leadership, and cross-functional team management to deliver results on time, under budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. My experience spans safety and comfort feature validation, full lifecycle project execution, and compliance with industry standards, making me well-positioned to support clients on challenging and high-impact projects.
Validation & Verification Strategy
I am an expert in end-to-end V&V strategy, including DV/PV execution, KPI-driven test coverage, requirement analysis, and alignment with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. I have extensive experience ensuring full compliance with ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards across multiple ADAS platforms. I excel at driving scalable, value-creating V&V strategies, implementing process improvements, and conducting root cause analysis to ensure optimal system performance and quality.
Project & Program Leadership
I have a proven track record of leading high-value programs with lifecycle budgets exceeding €2 billion, covering budgeting, forecasting, cost optimization, financial planning, executive reporting, and project estimation. I manage program execution and delivery, including cross-functional team coordination, organizational alignment, milestone tracking, and change management to achieve business objectives efficiently.
Cross-Functional Team & Stakeholder Management
I build and motivate international teams of 50+ members across multiple regions, fostering collaboration among customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Skilled in stakeholder mapping, negotiation across tiers, and developing future leaders, I ensure teams are aligned, engaged, and productive throughout complex program lifecycles.
Resource & Risk Management
I have advanced expertise in resource forecasting and allocation to optimize project timelines and budgets. I am proficient in risk and issue management, including risk registers, mitigation planning, KPI monitoring, and issue tracking systems, reducing program risk exposure by 25% through proactive test coverage planning.
Data Analysis & Reporting
I leverage data-driven decision-making using Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas), Power BI, and Tableau to create executive dashboards, monitor KPIs, and produce actionable reporting. These insights support leadership in strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Quality Management & Compliance
Deep knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) enables me to implement and audit processes while ensuring compliance with automotive standards. I maintain process excellence, aligning team execution with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
Technical & Collaboration Tools
I am proficient in the Microsoft toolchain (Office, Project, Visio), JIRA, Confluence, Slack, Teams, Zoom, SQL, Oracle, and simulation environments. Experienced in leading remote and international teams, I ensure seamless collaboration, tracking, and reporting across diverse project stakeholders.
Strategic Planning & Business Alignment
I develop project roadmaps and align program execution with business strategy, supporting business case development and opportunity analysis. I focus on continuous improvement and process optimization to maximize project and organizational value.
Validation & Verification Strategy
I am an expert in end-to-end V&V strategy, including DV/PV execution, KPI-driven test coverage, requirement analysis, and alignment with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. I have extensive experience ensuring full compliance with ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards across multiple ADAS platforms. I excel at driving scalable, value-creating V&V strategies, implementing process improvements, and conducting root cause analysis to ensure optimal system performance and quality.
Project & Program Leadership
I have a proven track record of leading high-value programs with lifecycle budgets exceeding €2 billion, covering budgeting, forecasting, cost optimization, financial planning, executive reporting, and project estimation. I manage program execution and delivery, including cross-functional team coordination, organizational alignment, milestone tracking, and change management to achieve business objectives efficiently.
Cross-Functional Team & Stakeholder Management
I build and motivate international teams of 50+ members across multiple regions, fostering collaboration among customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Skilled in stakeholder mapping, negotiation across tiers, and developing future leaders, I ensure teams are aligned, engaged, and productive throughout complex program lifecycles.
Resource & Risk Management
I have advanced expertise in resource forecasting and allocation to optimize project timelines and budgets. I am proficient in risk and issue management, including risk registers, mitigation planning, KPI monitoring, and issue tracking systems, reducing program risk exposure by 25% through proactive test coverage planning.
Data Analysis & Reporting
I leverage data-driven decision-making using Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas), Power BI, and Tableau to create executive dashboards, monitor KPIs, and produce actionable reporting. These insights support leadership in strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Quality Management & Compliance
Deep knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) enables me to implement and audit processes while ensuring compliance with automotive standards. I maintain process excellence, aligning team execution with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
Technical & Collaboration Tools
I am proficient in the Microsoft toolchain (Office, Project, Visio), JIRA, Confluence, Slack, Teams, Zoom, SQL, Oracle, and simulation environments. Experienced in leading remote and international teams, I ensure seamless collaboration, tracking, and reporting across diverse project stakeholders.
Strategic Planning & Business Alignment
I develop project roadmaps and align program execution with business strategy, supporting business case development and opportunity analysis. I focus on continuous improvement and process optimization to maximize project and organizational value.
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Projekthistorie
I owned and led the entire V&V and project delivery lifecycle from RFQ through SOP, successfully delivering complex ADAS programs with global lifecycle budgets exceeding €2 billion while ensuring technical, timeline, and quality alignment. I managed system and software verification and validation activities, including DV, PV, and KPI-based functional testing, and created and defended offer proposals during RFQ phases, securing critical customer agreements. Directing over 50 cross-functional resources across three regions, I delivered program milestones on time and under budget, contributing to a €300 million OEM launch. In close collaboration with OEMs and suppliers, I aligned specifications, V&V coverage, and risk mitigation strategies, all while maintaining strict adherence to ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards throughout program execution.
I managed the full test lifecycle and V&V strategy for multiple ADAS platforms, covering both safety and comfort features, while ensuring strict alignment with OEM requirements and safety standards. Leading cross-functional validation teams across onshore and offshore locations, I optimized daily workflows, drove issue escalation and resolution, and facilitated beta readiness by collaborating directly with OEM quality teams through defect triage meetings and joint review sessions. To enhance stakeholder visibility and decision-making, I developed KPI dashboards and executive summaries, and improved team efficiency by more than 20% through workflow optimization, continuous training, and enhanced traceability across ASPICE-compliant test coverage.
I led the full V&V lifecycle for multiple ADAS modules, encompassing functional, performance, and safety testing, while defining and implementing comprehensive test strategies aligned with ASPICE and Renault standards. I analyzed business specifications and clarified requirements to ensure full coverage and traceability, managed change requests, and actively participated in risk-based reviews to support requirement evolution. Additionally, I developed and maintained detailed test documentation, including traceability matrices and gap analyses, and created both automated and manual test cases for integration, regression, and system testing. My responsibilities also extended to field-support activities, where I validated systems at customer sites, investigated issues, and conducted test drives to ensure product readiness and quality.