Electronic Control Unit Experts in Munich

• Development and maintenance of hardware drivers in C++
• Conducting unit and integration tests to ensure code quality
• Debugging and fixing issues with the hardware team and FPGA team
• Defining and developing software concepts and coordinating with the software architect
• Expanding test automation to improve efficiency
• Research and development of algorithms to improve existing codebases (runtime, memory usage, accuracy)

REPSEM/REPKON-Energetic (Mechanical Engineering) – General Manager. Start-up company. Setting up the company and its structure. Creating processes, preparing document templates, planning workflows, hiring employees to meet company goals. Training employees and introducing them to the first company project. Project acquisition, meetings about projects with companies. Expanding company goals and strategy. Visiting companies for partnerships. Leading the first company project together with the PM.

• Collaboration with MB (Sindelfingen), NVIDIA (Santa Clara), MBRDI (Bangalore)
• Structure and signal modelling in Rhapsody
• Architectural decision records and requirement reviews
• Technologies: Confluence, Rhapsody, JIRA, DNG, Jama, Slack, GitLab, AWS CDW, Bazel, Docker, QNX

• Developed lateral-safety steering functions across two service packs, serving as Product Owner for SP-2021 and Function Developer for SP-2025
• Defined and maintained system requirements, coordinated validation and testing, and ensured seamless integration into series vehicles across 29 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce models
• Drove a 62.5% reduction in Lane Keeping Assistant PPH (Problems Per Hundred) count from 9.6 (2023) to 3.6 (2025) in the US-IQS (Initial Quality Study) by enhancing function performance, contributing to a 7-position improvement in BMW’s overall brand ranking
• Managed collaboration with two main suppliers, resolving technical challenges and securing on-time milestones
• Delivered safety functions that supported multiple NCAP programs (EuroNCAP, ChinaNCAP, KoreaNCAP, JapanNCAP), with all models meeting or exceeding targets

• Development and implementation of test strategies and test plans based on ISO-29119-2/3 for Porsche and Audi ISO-26262 compliant projects (functional, integration, system & regression tests).
• Leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations, including resource planning, coordination, and milestone tracking.
• Responsibility for defect management, root cause analyses, and process improvements to improve quality and efficiency.
• Technical analysis of test results and creation of structured test reports and KPIs for stakeholders.
• Reviewing specifications and architecture to validate test readiness and requirement compliance.
• Controlling & monitoring test progress using appropriate metrics.
• Communicating evaluated test results as input for function approvals to function project owners.
• Practical vehicle testing, ECU flashing, and troubleshooting – on-board diagnostics and live tracing.

Applied qualifications:

• SW requirements analysis
• Jira X-Ray
• SOME-IP
• ViWI
• Confluence
• Defect management – KPM
• ODIS
• E-SYS
• Agile methodologies

• Executed standard/complex test cases using ECU-test and Python, improving test throughput by 30%.
• Performed validation and execution of ECU test cases on HiL benches for ADAS to ensure functional quality before release.
• Worked closely with customers to align test activities with project requirements and provide regular validation updates.
• Coordinated with subcontractors to track defects, ensure timely issue resolution, and maintain test quality.
• Ensured testbench stability and maintenance before executing test plans, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Developed Python-based automation scripts for reporting and workflow automation.
• Managed test issues and documentation via Jira in coordination with QA and development teams.
• Used CANPE for measuring signals of CAN, FlexRay, Ethernet, and IP using Vector CAN tools.

• Project Title: Path Planning Module Development (Oct 2024 – Jun 2025)

• Developed path planning module using C++14 and CMake

• Implemented gRPC communication protocol between modules

• Performed unit testing using Pytest framework and Python

• Project Title: HMI Programming for Battery, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (Aug 2023 – Sep 2024)

• Developed HMI software for BEV/FCEV using Ruby and Crystal for backend

• Implemented frontend using Vue.js framework

• Conducted bug fixes and simulator testing

• Project Title: IFHOST CAN Bus Programming (Jan 2023 – Jul 2023)

• Programmed CAN bus software using C and C++

• Executed unit tests with Google Test framework

• Performed integration testing using CAPL in Vector CANalyzer

• Participated in onsite testing

• Pre-assessments and review of functional safety status for ADAS ECUs and body controller components
• Conduct functional safety audits
• Review the functional safety status of the E3 1.2 in a pre-assessment
• Document interviews
• Document findings and generate internal reports

Methods:

• ISO26262
• Automotive SPICE Level 2, 3
• Agile methods, SAFe

Tools:

• DOORS
• Enterprise Architect
• JIRA & Confluence
• IQ-FMEA
• Isograph

• Successfully integrated the Vector Flash Bootloader (FBL) for both NXP and TI SoCs within the Ford FNV3 and FNV4 audio amplifier projects.

• Achieved complete bootloader bring-up and ensured reliable operation, enabling secure and efficient firmware update capabilities.

• Developed a valid approach for running the Vector FBL entirely from RAM on the TI SoC, addressing unique architectural and memory handling challenges.

• Debugged and optimized NXP MCAL and TI MCAL configurations to ensure proper low-level hardware initialization.

• Managed specific constraints of DDR-only bootloader execution on TI SoC, including memory mapping and execution flow.

• Tools: Vector DaVinci Configurator, Vector CANoe

• Languages: C, Python

• Standards: AUTOSAR

• Project coordination: Managed timelines, deliverables, change requests (CRs) and resources, combining maturity gate reviews and program increments.
• Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with both internal teams and external customers.
• BMW programs: BCP, BDC, MIC Next, IDC Evo, covering functional validation (including functional safety), product validation, homologation and compliance.
• Risk management: Proactively identified and resolved critical risks in software/product releases through cross-functional coordination to keep projects on track.

• Technical control, planning, and coordination of safety-related development activities for an embedded battery management system (ASIL-B to ASIL-D) across all project and series phases
• Coordination of interdisciplinary work packages between hardware, software, and system development as well as external suppliers for module and series management
• Management of development, evaluation, and maturity level assurance of safety mechanisms (diagnosis, monitoring, degradation) for series release
• Active risk, problem, and escalation management when facing target conflicts between safety, cost, schedules, and series readiness
• Stable, release-ready series safety architecture with no major findings
• Significantly increased planning and decision-making security in module and release committees
• Sustainable improvement of coordination and control processes between system, HW, and SW teams

• Directed full lifecycle of embedded software projects including LiDAR, BMS, OCU, and Cybersecurity systems.
• Coordinated internal and external stakeholders including suppliers like Bosch, Bertrandt, Magna, Continental and IAV.
• Managed cross-country teams of 12–15 engineers, conducting project onboarding and role-based training.
• Implemented change control and risk registers for safety-critical automotive platforms.
• Oversaw project schedules using MS Project, JIRA, and Azure DevOps to ensure milestone alignment and transparency.
• Extensive hands-on expertise in test planning and execution for ECUs in compliance with Automotive SPICE (SWE.4–SWE.6) and ISO 26262.
• Led digital transformation project with a cross-functional team of 15+, ensuring successful integration of systems and workflows.
• Maintained project overviews and tracking in tools like Milestones (Daimler) and MS Project, and managed status reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Coordinated with third-party transformation partners and ensured timely delivery of decision templates and risk assessments.
• Applied PRINCE2 methodology for structured delivery; facilitated agile ceremonies and maintained Confluence-based documentation.
• Strong leadership in cross-functional teams and working in agile environments (SAFe, Scrum).
• Successfully led and supported IT and transformation projects, including those in regulated sectors (e.g., KRITIS or energy sector).
• Represented or supported overall project leadership in large-scale transformation programs.
• Maintained and updated complex project plans (Gantt charts, milestone tracking, and resource allocation).
• Coordinated workstreams and interdisciplinary teams; ensured timely delivery of all work packages.
• Acted as central communication point between project team, senior management, external vendors, and transformation partners.
• Prepared and delivered concise status reports, steering committee presentations, and decision memos.
• Identified project risks, maintained risk registers, and led mitigation planning.
• Assessed resource needs and supported reallocation based on project priorities and constraints.
• Proficient in JIRA, Milestones, Confluence, MS Project, MS PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Used both Agile (Scrum) and Waterfall (PRINCE2, PMI) methodologies.
• Created and tracked action lists, meeting protocols, and backlog items.
• Conducted critical analysis of project progress, resource bottlenecks, and deliverable timelines.
• Ensured alignment of transformation goals with enterprise IT architecture and business objectives.

• Testing control units in the automotive roof systems area (ECU system test)
• Creating and maintaining test specifications for system and integration tests
• Planning and implementing automated tests including documentation of results
• Performing LIN conformance tests and cyber security tests
• Analyzing and evaluating software and hardware issues and coordinating with development teams
• Developing test strategies and test plans to ensure test coverage

• Tested Body Control Module (BCM) software using dSPACE, Control Desk and EXAM in GHIL (Gesamt HIL).
• Led a team of 8 engineers and managed end-to-end software execution for each release, from requirement analysis to final validation and release.
• Coordinated with function specialists to analyse requirements and derive test cases.
• Developed test specifications and maintained bidirectional traceability between requirements and test cases.
• Automated test cases and built library functions using EXAM (Audi and VW customer-specific tool for test automation).
• Organised GHIL testing activities for both manual and automated test execution.
• Evaluated and analysed test reports generated from night runs in EXAM.
• Identified software and GHIL issues based on report analysis and created bug tickets for traceability.