Valentin Alexandru Vioreanu

Valentin Alexandru Vioreanu Date of birth: 09/11/1995 Nationality: Romanian - Phone number: (- (Mobile) Email address: Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vioreanu-valentin-alexandru-2a-/ Address: Str. Elena Farago Bl.171H Et.3 Ap.16, 200278, Craiova, Romania (Home) WORK EXPERIENCE 07/11/2022 – 03/01/2025 Iasi, Romania EMBEDDED SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER ALTEN ROMANIA • Designed and executed detailed test specifications for automotive software components, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. • Implemented automated test scripts using Python, reducing manual testing effort and increasing test accuracy. • Conducted root cause analysis for defects and collaborated with developers to implement timely fixes. • Led Scrum activities such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives and sprint reviews, driving team collaboration and efficiency. • Identified and removed project blockers, ensuring smooth project execution and delivery. • Supported recruitment by conducting technical interviews and assessing candidates' fit for the team. • Provided key input during project quotation processes, offering accurate effort estimations to aid in planning. • Defined and maintained a comprehensive test strategy, ensuring alignment with project objectives and client expectations. • Played a role in talent acquisition by interviewing potential team members and evaluating their technical capabilities. 11/04/2022 – 06/11/2022 Bucharest, Romania EMBEDDED SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER SII ROMANIA • • • • Created and maintained comprehensive test plans and strategies for embedded automotive software projects. Validated and tested software systems using advanced tools such as CANoe, CANape, and vTESTstudio. Automated repetitive testing workflows using Python scripting, reducing test execution time. Actively participated in defect management processes, ensuring all issues were tracked, resolved and verified efficiently. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements, identify potential risks, and ensure software reliability. • Played a role in talent acquisition by interviewing potential team members and evaluating their technical capabilities. • Enhanced project documentation quality by maintaining clear and detailed test reports and metrics. 31/08/2020 – 31/12/2021 Craiova, Romania SOFTWARE TEST MANAGER QUEST • Directed end-to-end testing activities, including defining test strategies, managing test execution and reporting outcomes to stakeholders. • Developed and monitored test metrics to evaluate testing effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. • Coordinated with development and quality teams to address critical issues and ensure seamless software releases. • Provided leadership during ASPICE audits, presenting testing processes and documentation to auditors and clients. • Estimated effort for testing activities during program increment planning, ensuring resource optimization and timely deliveries. • Mentored junior testers, enhancing their technical knowledge and understanding of best practices. • Advocated for process improvements, leading to enhanced testing efficiency and team productivity. • Collaborated with project managers and clients to establish testing priorities and ensure alignment with business goals. 31/03/2020 – 05/04/2022 Craiova, Romania EMBEDDED SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER QUEST • Created and executed detailed test specifications for automotive embedded systems, ensuring comprehensive coverage of requirements. • Designed Python-based automation scripts for regression testing, achieving significant time savings. • Actively participated in ASPICE audits, ensuring the project adhered to industry standards and best practices. • Defined, integrated, and optimized tools used in the testing process to meet project-specific needs. • Presented testing results and insights to project stakeholders, providing actionable recommendations for improvements. • Coordinated with hardware and software development teams to identify integration challenges and mitigate risks. • Maintained and monitored testing metrics to track performance and identify areas for improvement. • Played a key role in preparing test reports for product releases, ensuring compliance with customer expectations. 31/08/2016 – 29/03/2020 Craiova, Romania EMBEDDED SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER HELLA • Authored test specifications and implemented test cases to validate embedded automotive software systems. • Utilized tools like CANoe, CAPL scripting, and vTESTstudio to conduct both manual and automated tests. • Collaborated with international teams to address complex system issues, ensuring timely resolution and delivery. • Played an active role in recruitment processes, helping identify and onboard skilled engineers. • Contributed to process improvement initiatives that increased testing efficiency and reduced defect rates. • Supported system integration testing, working closely with hardware and software teams to identify and resolve compatibility issues. • Participated in knowledge-sharing sessions to spread expertise across teams and improve overall performance. • Developed and maintained detailed testing documentation, enabling streamlined knowledge transfer and compliance with industry standards. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Craiova, Romania ISTQB CERTIFICATE IN SOFTWARE TESTING ISTQB Testing Foundation 13/09/2018 – 04/07/2020 Craiova, Romania MASTER OF COMPUTER & COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING University of Craiova, Faculty of Automatics, Computers and Electronics 13/09/2014 – 04/07/2018 Craiova, Romania SOFTWARE ENGINEER University of Craiova, Faculty of Automatics, Computers and Electronics 27/09/2015 – 07/06/2016 Craiova, Romania SYSTEM TESTER Hella Embedded Club 2015 10/01/2016 – 29/04/2016 Craiova, Romania STL PROGRAMMER Training STL - ACE 14/09/2010 – 09/07/2014 Craiova, Romania GRADUATE "Fratii Buzesti" National College - Mathematics - Informatics 19/11/2012 – 19/04/2013 Craiova, Romania GAME/LEVEL DESIGNER ACE-Ubisoft Craiova Gaming Center LANGUAGE SKILLS Mother tongue(s): ROMANIAN Other language(s): UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING Listening Reading Spoken production Spoken interaction ENGLISH C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 GERMAN A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user DIGITAL SKILLS Python Microsoft Office Vector tools (CANoe, CANape, vTESTstudio, CANDiVa) WinIDEA C/C++ programming Trace32 Cantata Gliwa Axivion Bauhaus GitHub / Gitlab Firebase Jira, Confluence, Trello IBM Rational DOORS MKS Integrity Client PikeTek TPT ControlDesk (dspace) Python Language Basic knowledge ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS Organisational skills • Task Prioritization and Planning: Skilled in estimating, planning, and tracking tasks to ensure project deadlines and deliverables are met efficiently. Proactively addresses potential risks and adjusts plans as necessary. • Process Optimization: Experienced in identifying inefficiencies and implementing structured processes to enhance productivity and quality. Successfully optimized workflows to reduce testing time. • Documentation and Reporting: Proficient in creating and maintaining comprehensive test plans, strategies, and metrics, ensuring clarity and traceability throughout the project lifecycle. • Stakeholder Management: Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, and management, to align on project goals and ensure smooth communication. • Scrum Leadership: Led Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, resulting in improved team performance and delivery timelines. • Audit Preparation: Coordinated the preparation and presentation of technical documentation for audits, ensuring compliance with ASPICE and other automotive standards. COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Communication and interpersonal skills • Assertive Communication: Effectively communicates technical and non-technical information to team members, stakeholders and clients, ensuring mutual understanding and alignment on project objectives. • Training and Mentoring: Experienced in onboarding and training colleagues on testing processes, tools, and methodologies, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing. • Team Collaboration: Successfully works in diverse teams across multiple projects, promoting a collaborative environment and contributing to team cohesion and productivity. • Intercultural Competence: Adaptable and respectful when working with teams from different cultural backgrounds, having collaborated with professionals across Europe, South America and Asia. • Conflict Resolution: Skilled at managing conflicts constructively by mediating discussions, clarifying misunderstandings, and aligning team members towards shared goals. • Adaptability Under Pressure: Demonstrates resilience and composure under tight deadlines and high-stress situations, maintaining focus and delivering quality results. • Proficient in English: Effectively communicates in English at a professional level, both written and spoken, ensuring clarity in documentation and interactions. JOB-RELATED SKILLS Job-related skills • Embedded Systems Expertise: Proficient in creating, maintaining, and executing test plans and test cases for embedded systems in automotive applications. • Automotive Communication Protocols: Skilled in testing and validating protocols, including CAN, LIN, and Ethernet, ensuring robust system performance and seamless integration. • Test Automation and Scripting: Expertise in Python and CAPL scripting to design and implement automated tests, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual effort. • Automotive Standards Compliance: Knowledgeable in standards such as AUTOSAR and ASPICE, ensuring adherence throughout the development and testing lifecycle. • Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Experienced in diagnostics protocols and tools, such as CANdela, to evaluate and troubleshoot system performance effectively. • Test Management Skills: Adept at defining and managing test strategies, plans, and schedules tailored to project requirements. Proficient in tracking testing metrics to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement. • Scrum Master Skills: Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and sprint reviews, ensuring efficient Agile workflows. Removed blockers, optimized team productivity, and monitored metrics to meet sprint commitments. • Testing Tools Proficiency: Hands-on experience with tools like CANoe, CANape, vTESTstudio, Cantata, PikeTek TPT, Trace32, and ControlDesk (dSPACE) for testing and validation tasks. • Digital Tools Expertise: Skilled in using GitHub, GitLab, Firebase, Jira, Confluence, Trello, and IBM Rational DOORS for version control, project management, and documentation. • Process Documentation: Proven ability to prepare and present technical documentation during audits, ensuring compliance with ASPICE and other automotive standards.