Adrian Istodor
Software Test Manager
Timișoara,TM
Summary
Software Test Manager at ZF Group with over 8 years of experience in engineering, specializing in Active Safety projects. Responsible for planning, tracking, monitoring, and controlling the software test deliverables for Global Braking Engineering product, ensuring high-quality results and customer satisfaction.
Master's degree in Management of Power Systems and native project management skills, enable the successful application of technical and managerial skills to complex and dynamic challenges in the automotive industry and beyond.
Lead and coordinate software test teams across various departments and locations, facilitating collaboration and communication. Also, developing and implementing innovative software test strategies and plans, leveraging expertise in effort estimation, quality assurance testing, and project monitoring.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Test Manager
ZF Friedrichshafen
Timisoara, Timis
9 2021 - Current
- Planning, monitoring and controlling software deliverables within Active Safety project, being responsible for performance software test activities of Global Braking Engineering product.
- ZF Representative in relation with customers.
- Automotive SPICE audits and internal assessments: preparation, presentation and resolution of findings, as well as implementation and follow-up of standard processes.
- Estimating efforts and requesting necessary resources for performing planned Software Testing activities. Optimized testing resources by prioritizing tasks based on project goals and requirements.
- Coordination of Software Testing activities and various Test Departments in software release processes, managing over 10 teams, 12 TLs/TCOs and 80 engineers behind them, monthly in the project.
- Development and implementation of Test Strategies, initiating risk-based testing approaches, focusing on critical areas that had highest potential impact on end users.
- Regularly reviewed performance metrics and adjusted testing strategies accordingly, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
- Software Test Project monitoring, risk assessment and documentation of Software Test Summary reports for software releases or customer approvals.
- Established effective defect management process, ensuring prompt resolution of issues and proper communication between development and testing teams.
- Coordination with department heads across multiple locations (Germany, India, United Kingdom, Czech Republic) to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering unified approach toward shared goals.
Financial Expert - European Funds Projects
Ministry of European Investments and Projects
Timisoara, Timis
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Analysis and verification from administrative, technical and financial perspective of documents sent by beneficiaries for approving applications of pre-financing, payment and reimbursement of European and Government funds.
- Approving settlements of eligible expenses from European and Government funds and archiving related documentation.
- Communication of results after verifications and supporting point of view in front of Management Authority for solving appeals.
- Verifying conformity of purchased goods, provision of services and execution of works co-financed from European and Governmental funds.
- Verifying compliance of payments made by beneficiaries, use of funds received and their registration in accounting according to law.
- On-site visits to validate reality, regularity and legality of all expenses incurred by beneficiary from European and Government funds, according to approved and financed project.
- Participating in prevention and detection of irregularities and fraud with European and Government funds.
System & Software Test Coordinator
ZF Friedrichshafen
Timisoara, Timis
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Planning, tracking implementation, monitoring and controlling System Test Team deliverables within Active Safety project.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Makes sure that required system tests per project steps are completed, test results are reviewed and reported and release recommendation is given.
- Consolidates system test strategies, plans and supports their implementation.
- Coordination of System Test Team in software release processes, managing over 20 engineers monthly.
- Interface with all other ZF disciplines in regard to performance system testing topics.
System & Software Test Engineer
ZF Friedrichshafen
Timisoara, Timis
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Contribute to testing process improvements with testing and development teams from requirements through to design, coding, testing and analysis of system specification (e.g. system requirements).
- Develop, maintain and improve test specifications and test scripts for different subsystems inside software (test planning, test running, test design, test cases).
- Worked effectively in both independent and team environments to exceed project goals.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing test results, identifying trends, and recommending process enhancements.
- Improved system functionality by conducting comprehensive tests and identifying, analyzing and reporting of defects.
- Collaborated with development teams to resolve software issues promptly and effectively.
- Configuration and maintenance of testing environment.
Electrical Engineer
Cons Electrificarea Instal
Timisoara, Timis
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Successfully managed multiple electrical projects simultaneously by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Estimated project costs and resource allocation to forecast budget requirements and monitor adherence.
- Reduced electrical construction hazards with upgraded safety policies and stringent enforcement.
- Provided technical support to colleagues on complex issues, assisting them in finding efficient solutions to problems.
- Coordinating teams (over 30 workers) and establishing execution phases of electrical works, necessary materials and equipment.
- Supervised execution phases and material consumption in scope of optimization.
- Preparing reception of final electrical work.
Education
Master's Degree - Management of Power Systems
Politehnica University
Timișoara, Romania 09.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Power Systems Engineering
Politehnica University
Timișoara, Romania 09.2010 - 07.2014
Skills
Managerial & Leadership skills: native project manager, test management experience, team coordinator, negotiation & diplomacy, decision-making
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Awards
- BVB Invest Quest (3rd edition) - Bucharest Stock Exchange, 06/2015, National Trading Competition: 1st place in the Silver Category, Mass-Media: https://m.bvb.ro/AboutUs/MediaCenter/PressItem/BVB-Invest-Quest-competition-winners-awarded/4059
- GHF Group - Trade Mogul - GHF Derivatives, 05/2012, Trading Competition on the International Financial Markets: 4th place
- Banks in Action II - Junior Achievement, 2010, International Competition in Bank Management (simulated): 4th place
- Banks in Action I - Junior Achievement, 2009, National Competition in Bank Management: 2nd place
Languages
Romanian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
ISTQB® Foundation Level
Reference
My strengths according to my line manager:
"He is able to foresee possible risks and defines back-up plans to be followed in case the risks become certainties. He has a very good ability in estimating the efforts required by each Test Center considering also the patterns in the behavior of each Test Center/Test Coordinator".
"Monitoring the risks on a regular basis, he is getting aware about imminent risks and initiates escalation processes and/or back-up plans for risk mitigation. Focused on continuous improvement he is detecting and monitoring the weak areas in the process and proposes and implements improvement actions".
"He is always goal oriented and without exception he finds good solutions to all problems encountered".
"He has outstanding negotiation and diplomacy skills demonstrated through flawless higher management and customer communication".
"His combination of strategic thinking, resource management, and interpersonal skills makes him a valuable asset in the field of Software Test Management".
References can be verified on demand.
Timeline
ISTQB® Foundation Level
06-2024
Financial Expert - European Funds Projects
Ministry of European Investments and Projects
10.2020 - 08.2021
System & Software Test Coordinator
ZF Friedrichshafen
02.2018 - 09.2019
System & Software Test Engineer
ZF Friedrichshafen
03.2016 - 02.2018
Master's Degree - Management of Power Systems
Politehnica University
09.2014 - 07.2016
Electrical Engineer
Cons Electrificarea Instal
09.2014 - 09.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Power Systems Engineering
Politehnica University
09.2010 - 07.2014
Software Test Manager
ZF Friedrichshafen
9 2021 - Current
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