András Bognár - Test Equipment Developer

Q: Where is András based?

András is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does András speak?

András speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does András have?

András has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, András has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 15 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months . Note that András may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is András's latest experience?

András's most recent position is Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions .

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

In recent years, András has worked for Minebea Access Solutions , Pepper Motion GmbH , KNDS , Cruise , and Borgwarner .

Q: Which industries is András most experienced in?

András is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Aerospace and Defense , and Manufacturing . András also has some experience in Telecommunication , Construction , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is András most experienced in?

András is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Information Technology (IT) . András also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing , Research and Development (R&D) , and Customer Service .

Q: Which industries has András worked in recently?

András has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Aerospace and Defense , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas has András worked in recently?

András has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) , Product Development , and Information Technology (IT) .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Sep 2025

9 months

Test Equipment Developer

Minebea Access Solutions

Tested passenger car opening handle at system level integrating hardware, software and mechanics
Built and provided complete test equipment for system testers using Arduino boards, Saleae Logic analyser, oscilloscope, multimeter, RLC meter, programmable power supplies and function generators
Developed system testing concepts and constructed manual system test bench
Supported system testers with hardware and software tools
Products: BMW XNF, Rolls Royce, Audi eRing, JLR (Jaguar-Land-Rover)

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 8 months

Automotive Software Engineer

Pepper Motion GmbH

Developed software for electric bus development project
Worked on Li-Battery Truck products, vehicle telematics and VCU (Vehicle Control Unit) basis libraries
Used C, C++, Python, AUTOSAR HAL, ECU-Abstraction, COM, CAN, Tasking compiler, Cygwin, Pycharm, VS Code, Eclipse, Powershell, CANoe, CANalyzer, Lauterbach, Picoscope and Matlab-Simulink

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

Test Development Engineer

KNDS

Developed and executed test cases in Python for military training and simulation system
Tested battlefield simulation and military vehicle physics in 3D virtual training area
Tracked and constructed test cases using Jira and Xray
Supported transition from internally developed 3D engine to Unreal Engine

Apr 2023 - Present

2 years 11 months

Software Developer

Cruise

Developed Linux application and driver for multicore ASIC radar sensor chip
Improved mailbox communication between on-chip ARM and DSP cores
Handled DSP core generated point-cloud data using OpenCV algorithms
Developed IPC communication linking DSP image processing algorithms to ARM safety island
Interfaced with hardware using on-chip FPGA peripherals and wrote Linux driver by reading Verilog code

Jan 2023 - Present

3 years 2 months

Software Tester

Borgwarner

Performed unit and integration testing of e-Turbo software for Porsche
Simulated systems using dSpace Scalexio, debugged with WinIDEA, measured CAN with CANape and documented in Polarion

Jan 2022 - Oct 2022

10 months

Software Developer

NewTech GmbH via WS-Engineering GmbH

Developed Python-based test API for elevator system hardware simulating Schindler elevator in lab
Reviewed code and requirements for Car Controller Unit modules: ADC, SPI, GPIO, CAN and LIN
Created bug tickets and change requests in Jira using checklists and internal regulations
Participated in agile sprints

Jun 2020 - Dec 2022

2 years 7 months

Software Analyst / Business Analyst

Hanon Systems

Provided external expertise in automotive embedded systems for cooling compressor in Ford and Volvo electric cars
Supported customer inquiries and provided feedback to internal team
Answered Technical Design Review questions and documented in specified forms
Reviewed hardware documentation, low-level software, OS, drivers, applications and test results
Performed MISRA compliance checks with PRQA and lint tools, corrected violations and reported to customer
Developed scripts integrating diagnostic outputs and tools into compile process
Developed embedded XCP diagnostic tool “Spi-Spy over Ethernet” in C and Embedded Linux
Developed Linux LKO platform hardware driver and application for high-data-rate communication
Developed and tested PCB for diagnostic tool and ported SpiSpy to BeagleV Fire board with Microchip PolarFire FPGA and C++ drivers

Jun 2019 - Jan 2020

8 months

Software Developer

Technica Engineering GmbH

Developed test system for automotive Ethernet security and IPsec protocol testing on Linux and Windows
Created TDFNext test framework using Strongswan daemon and Boost C++ modules
Managed project tasks in Jira and set up continuous integration and overnight testing in Jenkins

Mar 2018 - May 2019

1 year 3 months

Software Qualification Tester

Magna

Performed software unit, integration and qualification testing for LIDAR and ADCAM autonomous driving sensors for BMW on 32-bit Aurix microcontroller
Used Cantata, TeleMotive Test Automation (Python), Sikulix, Lauterbach debugger, PTC Windchill, PTC Integrity, Jenkins, Eclipse and Selenium
Automated release testing, created new tests, improved and built test benches
Tested OpenCV image processing algorithms and used BMW E-Sys, EDIABAS and FAT diagnostic tools
Followed ISO 26262 and Automotive SPICE level 2 and 3, used V-Modell and agile methods

May 2012 - Feb 2018

5 years 10 months

Software Development Engineer

Valeo Auto Electric kft

Developed and tested dashboard electronics software (TCM Top Column Module) for Volkswagen MQB, QOROS Cherry Quantum, BMW35UP and Daimler MRA2/MOPF using Cypress and Motorola microcontrollers
Automated software tests with Perl and Python, applied OSEK/Autosar, performed unit, integration and system tests
Introduced Automotive SPICE processes and authored low-level software design in C
Created test specifications from system requirements and managed defect lifecycle
Designed glue-PCB for test system integration and trained users in Veszprém, Cairo, Shenzhen and Bietigheim-Bissingen
Used Vector Canoe, CASTLE FPGA tester, Eclipse, DOORS, Dimensions, TESSY and Eagle

May 2011 - Apr 2012

1 year

Software Developer

Ericsson Hungary Ltd.

Developed and debugged application layer for Redback/Ericsson Smartedge Router on BSD Linux and VxWorks
Repaired bugs, documented fixes and communicated with customers and Vancouver headquarters
Used ExtraView, Coverity Prevent, MinGW, LXR, Source Insight, PuTTY, GCC, Vim and CVSM

Mar 2011 - Apr 2011

2 months

Embedded Software and Hardware Developer

VERTESZ Electronics Ltd.

Fully designed hardware and software for high-voltage measurement and logging systems
Developed PCB, schematics, mechanical design and embedded software for end-line measurement and industrial transmitter
Managed product lifecycle from development to mass production and support
Translated customer requirements into design and test specifications
Used Eagle PCB editor, Microchip MPLAB, ICD2 debugger, dspic tools and OpenOffice

Mar 2008 - Feb 2011

3 years

Software Verification Engineer

Continental Teves Hungary Ltd.

Verified ABS/ESP/AYC brake controller software using VxWorks-based vehicle simulation on test track
Improved C++ testing tools, wrote MATLAB scripts for output analysis and adjusted simulation models to real measurements
Developed simulation and GUI modules, manoeuvre generator editor using MPRL language and controlled automated tests in MATLAB
Coordinated with test drivers, software developers and Frankfurt experts, travelled and trained on site
Received internal Silver Award for Manoeuvre Generator tool in 2011

Jul 2007 - Feb 2008

8 months

Product Support Engineer

Robert Bosch GmbH

Supported IVECO and AUDI body computer products during launch in Hatvan, Hungary
Liaised between developers and manufacturing teams to resolve defects

May 2006 - May 2007

1 year 1 month

Research and Development Engineer

Epcos Electronic Parts

Developed Ramp Analyser measurement system for non-invasive internal quality investigation of electrolytic capacitors
Designed full hardware, PCB, mechanics and schematics, organized production and installation
Collaborated with University of Graz research team
Used Tango PCB editor, OrCAD, PSpice, LabView and AutoCAD

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Automotive (17 years), Aerospace and Defense (2 years), Construction (1 year), Telecommunication (1 year), and Manufacturing (1 year).

Automotive

Aerospace and Defense

Construction

Telecommunication

Manufacturing

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (18 years), Quality Assurance (17 years), Information Technology (8 years), Production (1 year), Research and Development (1 year), and Customer Service (0.5 years).

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Information Technology

Production

Research and Development

Customer Service

Summary

My purpose is to overcome the challenges of the high-tech. I want to be the engineer of the present and the future technique.

Skills

Bmw Projects 8 Years
Ford And Volvo Projects 4 Years
Automotive C Embedded Development 12 Years
Python Language 5 Years
Automotive Diagnostic ~10 Years
Lauterbach Debugger 1 Year
Iso26262 Functional Safety Automotive, And Aspice 6 Years
Vector Autosar Development 2 Years
Can / Lin / Flexray Bus ~10 Years
Configuration Management Tools (Jira, Ptc, ..) ~10 Years
Agile Development, And V-modell ~10 Years
Vector Tools (Canape, Canalyser, Capl Scripting) 5 Years
Linux 4 Years
Vxworks 1 Year
Tkinter Python Gui Development 1 Year
Autonomous Driving Sensors 1 Year
Opencv 1 Year
Ptc Windchill 2 Years
32-bit Aurix Microcontrollers 2 Years
Fpga / Verilog 3 Years
Experience With Cypress Processors 2 Years
Electronics Design / Pcb / Eagle 10 Years
C, C++ (C++11, Qt, Visual Studio, Mingw, Gcc), Delphi, Java, Perl, Python, Php, Javascript, Html5, Css
Linux, Windows
Opencv, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Neural Networks
Matlab Scripts, Vector Capl Scripts, Tcl/tk Scripts
Assembly Programming / Hardware Design With Microcontroller: 8086, 80487, 80486, Pic, Dspic, Atmel, 8051, Hitachi
Verilog, Vhdl (Fpga, Cpld, Xilinx Spartan Fpgas)
Blender (With Gimp)
Eagle, Orcad, Spice Circuit Design/simulation

Languages

English

Advanced

German

Elementary

Education

Sep 2002 - Jun 2007

Technical University of Budapest

Master degree in electrical engineering, Microcircuits and modules primary specialization, Software engineering secondary · Electrical engineering · Budapest, Hungary

Sep 1998 - Jun 2002

Budapest Kőbányai Önkormányzat Szent László Gimnázium

Budapest, Hungary

Certifications & licenses

ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level

Profile

Created

January 2024

Last Update

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is András based?

András is based in Munich, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does András speak?

András speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Elementary).

How many years of experience does András have?

András has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, András has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that András may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would András be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, András would be well-suited for roles such as: Test Equipment Developer, Automotive Software Engineer, Test Development Engineer.

What is András's latest experience?

András's most recent position is Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions.

What companies has András worked for in recent years?

In recent years, András has worked for Minebea Access Solutions, Pepper Motion GmbH, KNDS, Cruise, and Borgwarner.

Which industries is András most experienced in?

András is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, and Manufacturing. András also has some experience in Telecommunication, Construction, and Energy.

Which business areas is András most experienced in?

András is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance (QA), and Information Technology (IT). András also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing, Research and Development (R&D), and Customer Service.

Which industries has András worked in recently?

András has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, and Construction.

Which business areas has András worked in recently?

András has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Product Development, and Information Technology (IT).

What is András's education?

András holds a Master in Electrical engineering from Technical University of Budapest.

Does András have any certificates?

András has 1 certificate: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level.

What is the availability of András?

András is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of András?

András's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.