Isa Gündogdu - SAP Test Lead Europe

Q: Where is Isa based?

Isa is based in Munich, Germany .

Q: What languages does Isa speak?

Isa speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Turkish (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Isa have?

Isa has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Isa has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 17 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year . Note that Isa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Isa's latest experience?

Isa's most recent position is SAP Test Lead Europe at Daiichi Sankyo .

Q: What companies has Isa worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Isa has worked for Daiichi Sankyo , VTG , Miele , Esprit , and SVLFG .

Q: Which industries is Isa most experienced in?

Isa is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Telecommunication , and Retail . Isa also has some experience in Automotive , Pharmaceutical , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Isa most experienced in?

Isa is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance , Information Technology , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Isa worked in recently?

Isa has recently worked in industries like Telecommunication , Pharmaceutical , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Isa worked in recently?

Isa has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Quality Assurance , and Project Management .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

May 2024 - Present

1 year 11 months

SAP Test Lead Europe

Daiichi Sankyo

Transformation project to S4Hana
Test management and control of functional tests for SAP
Preparation and support of tests (SIT 1+2, MOCK 1+2, UAT) as part of the SAP S/4 HANA rollout (SD, MM, FI/CO, MD)
Creating test strategies, test plans and test cases to ensure system quality
Monitoring and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensuring delivery of agreed performance metrics on time
Aligning the approach with test managers in other regions (US, JP)
Planning European testing activities in the SAP implementation project together with supplier test managers
Coordinating interdisciplinary business and technical test teams in Europe
Professional cooperation with global implementation partners
Using Tricentis QTest and Valgenesis as test management tools (for validation-relevant processes)
Training functional consultants in testing and test tools
Creating and evaluating change requests, including effort estimation, prioritization and tracking
Reporting test progress

Jul 2023 - Apr 2024

10 months

Test Manager

VTG

Transformation project from SAP R/3 to S4Hana
Test management and control of functional tests
Planning test phases
Coordinating with service providers to meet agreed SLAs, including regular reporting and escalation management
Communication and coordination between IT service providers and internal departments to ensure smooth interfaces and on-time project delivery
Supporting testers in creating and adapting test cases
Monitoring progress of test case creation
Preparing test cycles
Training internal staff
Creating templates for test cases and bugs
Reporting test progress to project management via Jira reports
Quality assurance with focus on continuous optimization of test processes to steadily improve efficiency and quality
Documenting and tracking change requests to ensure transparency and traceability in the project
Scheduling test appointments, trainings and workshops for testers

Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

1 year 1 month

Agile Software Tester in an Agile Environment

Miele

Test manager and agile tester in the App Shop area
Analyzing requirements
Creating test plans and test concepts
Writing test cases
App Shop testing of user stories with iOS and Android devices and documenting test results
Creating test data
Coordinating external service providers
Regression testing of app versions
Maintaining test data
Error analysis in the backend
Quality assurance of test cases and test result documentation
Responsible for continuous analysis and optimization of test processes to sustainably improve quality assurance
Cross-project test coordination
Bug tracking with Jira

Jan 2022 - Sep 2022

9 months

SAP Test Manager

Esprit

Introducing a test tool (Jira Xray) to set up a test repository and automate with Tosca
Test management and test planning
Implementing a test management tool
Setting up a shared repository for the project to store test cases
Adding test cases to a standard template
Collecting tests from project members and storing them in the repository
Automating test cases with Tosca
Training internal staff in creating correct test cases
Responsible for coordination, communication and expectation management to ensure smooth collaboration, on-time project delivery and high quality
Coordinating implementation of change requests in close collaboration with development, testing and business units
Supporting the development team in reproducing errors and finding solutions

Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

1 year

Test Manager, Test Coordination

SVLFG

Test management and test planning in the area of web portals and backend systems
Creating test concepts and further developing the test strategy
Improving and further developing test processes to increase efficiency and quality assurance
Support for test case creation and in UAT
Drafting cross-team test strategies
Further development of test documentation
Defining handover points for end-to-end tests (E2E)
Developing and evaluating a test operation organization
Demonstrating best practices in agile testing according to Scrum
Supporting the development team in reproducing errors and finding solutions

Feb 2018 - Dec 2021

3 years 11 months

Agile Tester, Test Automation Engineer, Test Designer, Test Coordinator

M-Net

Testing and test automation in digitalization of M-Net portals
Analysis and refinement of user stories to meet acceptance criteria
Deriving test cases from the acceptance criteria
Testing user stories and test cases in agile development
Testing the implementation of user stories, evaluating results, and ensuring documentation
Supporting the development team in reproducing bugs and finding solutions
Preparing test data in SAP or querying with SQL Developer
Setting up and extending test automation with JavaScript (CodeceptJS, Ranorex) and running it via Jenkins
Testing with mobile devices (iOS and Android)
Bug tracking with Jira
Performing end-to-end tests
Creating and modifying data in source systems like SAP or Taifun
Testing interfaces with SoapUI
Checking ESB data from routes with Insomnia
Checking frontend implementation in Typo3 and reviewing design on mobile devices

Nov 2015 - Jan 2018

2 years 3 months

Test Designer and Tester in an Agile Environment

HSE24

Agile tester and test designer in the online shop area
Analyzing business and IT concepts
Bug Tracking
Test planning and test design in an online shop environment for topics like TV scheduling, on-demand videos, image management systems, payment processing, and customer processes in three countries
Creating test data
Testing user stories and test cases in agile development
Testing interfaces by checking data flows from the databases to the application
Performing functional tests in agile testing
Testing with mobile devices (iOS and Android) as well as the HSE24 app
Automating test cases
Advising and coaching project teams
Maintaining test environments
Quality assurance of test cases and test result documentation
Cross-project test coordination
Bug tracking with HP Quality Center

Aug 2015 - Oct 2015

3 months

Test Manager, Defect Manager

IBM for Allianz

Defect management and test coordination in E2E testing in a cloud environment
Coordinating and monitoring test activities
Recording and tracking defects
Quality control of test evidence provided by testers
Documenting test status
Bug tracking with IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC) and synchronizing defects in HP ALM
Reporting defect status to project management

Mar 2015 - Jul 2015

5 months

Test Manager, Defect Manager

MediaMarkt and Saturn IT Services

Test and defect management in web portals and web services
Planning, designing, coordinating and controlling all test activities in large projects/software releases
Selecting and adapting suitable test methods and tools
Developing metrics to monitor and control test activities and software quality
Leading and managing a test team
Advising and coaching project teams and departments
Quality assurance of test cases and test result documentation
Cross-project test organization and coordination
Planning and managing tests in end-to-end processes
Test planning and execution in web portals
Bug tracking with HP Quality Center

Jan 2011 - Mar 2015

4 years 3 months

SAP Tester

Siemens Bank

Test designer and tester for SAP acceptance tests and interface tests
Analyzing change requests in web portals, SAP HR, CHCM, reports, BW 3.5 reporting
Test planning and design in SAP OM and web services
Personal Administration (PA)
Test execution in SAP HR and reports as well as in interfaces to SAP
Bug tracking with HP Quality Center
Retesting bug fixes
Problem and time management with BMC Remedy
Interface tests with SoapUI
Test automation in SAP HR with HP Quicktest Pro

Jul 2010 - Dec 2010

6 months

Test Manager, Test Designer, Tester

BMW

Quality assurance for the Web portal PQM and AE
Process analysis, test planning, test design and test execution for PQM (Product Quality Management) for problem management processes (PMP) and automatic anomaly detection (AE)
Ensuring tests at interfaces by coordinating with interface owners
Bug tracking using HP Quality Center
Retesting after bug fixes
Reporting test progress and tracking existing defects

Apr 2010 - Jun 2010

3 months

Defect Manager and QC Administrator

Siemens

Issue manager in an international project
Managing all logged tickets from 150 business testers
HP Quality Center administration
Managing permissions in HP Quality Center
Analyzing and managing created defects
Supporting testers in using HP Quality Center and advising on testing
Monitoring test progress and tracking existing defects
Creating daily status reports for management
Risk management in test execution
Regression testing
Resolving access issues in HP QC

Jan 2010 - Mar 2010

3 months

Test Designer, Tester

Munich Re

Quality assurance in SAP BW 3.5
Testing functionalities
Point of contact for key users during the test phase
Analyzing change requests in SAP BI/BW
Defining the test strategy
Identifying necessary sample checks and overall checks from the data entry layer to the reporting layer
Aligning the test strategy with the business department
Creating test cases in HP Quality Center
Creating Excel sheets to automate matching of large data sets
Executing tests
Handling defects

Jun 2009 - Dec 2009

7 months

Tester

Telekom

Quality management for Digital TV and IPTV
Creating test cases in HP Quality Center
Performing end-to-end tests for VoD, and digital and analog audio and video tests
Configuring and testing set-top boxes
Reviewing requirement documents
Reporting

Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

6 months

Test Designer and Tester (Offshore Project)

BMW

Describing test cases and executing tests in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Analyzing and evaluating requirements
Creating test cases and test sets
Preparing test data
Executing tests
Logging defects and defect tracking
Assisting with troubleshooting and finding solutions
Coordinating communication between development department, test team and third-party vendors
Generating test performance analyses in HP Quality Center

Sep 2008 - Dec 2008

4 months

Consultant and Tester

MAN IT Services

Form tests in the SAP SD and MM modules
Analyzing and evaluating test concepts
Analyzing test cases
Creating test sets
Executing tests
Coordinating communication between development, testing teams, and external vendors
Generating test performance analyses using HP Quality Center
Bug tracking

Jan 2008 - Aug 2008

8 months

Consultant and Tester

MAN AG

Test management in the SAP SD, MM, and Solution Manager modules in an international SAP rollout project
Process analysis in SAP SD and MM
Functional tests in SAP Materials Management and Sales
Language testing in the international SAP rollout project
Test management using SAP Solution Manager
Creating test case scenarios and test case descriptions
Coordinating external connections to the SAP system

Apr 2007 - Sep 2007

6 months

Project Coordinator

FFS Bank

Implementing management solutions (vehicle financing software) for banking sector clients
Designing management solutions for vehicle financing
Managing client requirements
Creating requirements analyses
Coordinating the development department
Planning risk management
Supporting projects following PRINCE2

Sep 2006 - Jan 2007

5 months

Developer

BMW

Developing intranet pages
Designing a new HTML layout for the department's intranet pages
Providing IT support for the Domino database migration
Developing the web presence of an IT department
Advising on various IT topics

Feb 2005 - Jul 2005

6 months

Tester and Subproject Manager

BMW

Establishing unified internal IT communication
Testing search engines and applications
Independently maintaining and enhancing the IT intranet
Organizing and training finance department partners in the Gauß VIP management system
Providing technical support to software vendors
Managing regular intranet changes and change workflows
Technically overseeing the departmental FZ-News channel

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Telecommunication, Banking and Finance, Retail, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, and Manufacturing.

Telecommunication

Banking and Finance

Retail

Pharmaceutical

Automotive

Manufacturing

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Quality Assurance, Information Technology, and Project Management.

Quality Assurance

Information Technology

Project Management

Skills

Sap Hr / Hcm
Sap Bw
Sap Sd/mm
Sap Retail
Sap Crm
Sap Solution Manager
Remedy
Hp Quality Center
Hp Alm
Jira
Xray
Confluence
Hp Quicktest Pro
Ibm Rational Clear Quest
Ibm Rational Team Concert Rtc
Ibm Rational Quality Manager Rqm
Ms-office
Soapui
Crm
Citrix
Java
C#
Javascript
Perl
Html
Xml
Sql Developer
Insomnia
Oracle
Mantis
Postman
Cms System
First Spirit
Ms Project
Databases
Selenium
Codeceptjs
Ranorex
Jenkins
Sourcetree
Tosca
Tricentis Qtest
Valgenesis

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Turkish

Advanced

Education

Oct 2001 - Jun 2006

Diploma in Computer Science, focus on Business · Computer Science

Certifications & licenses

Istqb

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 20

Experience in Telecommunication 4.5 y

Avg length 1 y

Longest experience 4 y 2 m

Expertise

Recent roles SAP Test Lead Europe, Test Manager, Agile Software Tester in an Agile Environment

Main industries Telecommunication, Banking and Finance, Retail

Main business areas Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

December 2024

Last Update

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Isa based?

Isa is based in Munich, Germany.

What languages does Isa speak?

Isa speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Turkish (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Isa have?

Isa has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Isa has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 17 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year. Note that Isa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Isa be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Isa would be well-suited for roles such as: SAP Test Lead Europe, Test Manager, Agile Software Tester in an Agile Environment.

What is Isa's latest experience?

Isa's most recent position is SAP Test Lead Europe at Daiichi Sankyo.

What companies has Isa worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Isa has worked for Daiichi Sankyo, VTG, Miele, Esprit, and SVLFG.

Which industries is Isa most experienced in?

Isa is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Telecommunication, and Retail. Isa also has some experience in Automotive, Pharmaceutical, and Manufacturing.