Daniel George (George) Popescu
Software Test Engineer
Experience
Software Test Engineer
ZF Group
- Developed automated test environments for automotive ECUs, reducing manual testing effort by 40%.
- Designed and executed 500+ automated test cases using EXAM and CANoe for validation of ECU functionalities.
- Validated system performance on HiL and SiL platforms, achieving 95% test coverage in safety-critical modules.
- Managed test case execution and defect lifecycle using EXAM, Git, Integrity, and CodeBeamer, decreasing defect leakage by 25% through enhanced test traceability.
Software Test Engineer
Alten Romania
- Spearheaded the development of automated regression suites for ECU validation, improving release cycle efficiency by 30%.
- Conducted HiL and SiL testing for various ECU platforms across multiple projects.
- Aligned test strategy with international development teams and improved cross-site test reporting, reducing defect resolution time by 20%.
- Implemented CANoe-based diagnostic tests using UDS protocols, ensuring ISO 26262 compliance for safety-related features.
Software Test Engineer
ProIT
- Built and optimized test environments for short-range radar software, enabling early defect detection and reducing field issue rate by 15%.
- Utilized Matlab/Simulink, DOORS, and PTC Integrity for comprehensive test planning and traceability management.
- Executed functional and integration testing of radar modules in Agile sprints, contributing to successful E/E system integration for new vehicle models.
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Continental Automotive Systems
- Designed and automated end-to-end test scripts for long-range radar ECUs, increasing test coverage by 35%.
- Performed extensive CAPL-based testing on CAN and CAN-FD networks, validating key ADAS functionalities (AEB, ACC, LKA).
- Collaborated with global test teams to improve test automation frameworks, reducing execution time of regression suites by 50%.
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Experienced in Automotive (9 years).
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Experienced in Quality Assurance (9 years), Information Technology (3 years), and Product Development (2 years).
Summary
Results-driven Software Test Engineer with 8+ years of experience in automotive software testing, embedded systems validation, and test automation for ECUs and safety-critical components.
Expertise in test architecture, HiL/SiL validation, ISO 26262 compliance, and test strategy development. Proven track record of delivering high-quality software for global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Skilled in EXAM, CANoe, UDS protocols, and Git-based test environments. Strong collaboration and cross-functional leadership abilities in international Agile teams.
Skills
Test Automation
Test Architecture
System Validation
Defect Management
Continuous Integration
Agile / Scrum
Stakeholder Communication
Quality Engineering
C
Capl
Python (Basic)
Matlab/simulink
Canoe
Exam
Git
Integrity
Codebeamer
Doors
Ptc Integrity
Jenkins
Iso 26262
Aspice
Uds (Iso 14229-1)
Can
Can-fd
Ethernet
Lin
System Testing
Integration Testing
Regression Testing
Functional Testing
Hil
Sil
Black Box Testing
White Box Testing
Agile (Scrum)
Continuous Integration
V-model
Test Case Design
Test Automation Frameworks
Defect Tracking
Analytical Thinking
Attention To Detail
Collaboration
Communication
Continuous Learning
Problem-solving
Cross-cultural Teamwork
Languages
Education
Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu
BSc in Computer Science · Computer Science · Sibiu, Romania
Certifications & licenses
ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level
ISQI, Germany
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