Chemist PhD, Software Defect Manager

Software Defect Manager – CARIAD (Volkswagen Group)

Main Responsibilities:

Managed the end-to-end software defect process within the automotive industry, ensuring timely tracking, prioritization, and resolution of issues.

Developed and implemented VBA-based automations to streamline the creation of reports, significantly reducing manual effort.

Facilitated stakeholder discussions across cross-functional teams to align on defect priorities, root cause analysis, and resolution strategies.

Provided continuous support and services for effective defect management processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Achievements & Impact:

Increased efficiency by automating reporting workflows, cutting report preparation time from hours to minutes.

Improved decision-making through accurate, automated defect reporting dashboards, enabling stakeholders to focus on critical issues.

Enhanced collaboration between development, testing, and management teams by structuring and moderating defect-related discussions.

Contributed directly to the quality and reliability of automotive software, supporting Volkswagen’s digital transformation goals.

• Project management (Brainnest certified industrial project manager)

• Team leadership, research project management, academic lecturing, technical reporting, authoring and publication in the context of proven development of a series of novel compounds for the chemical and material industry
• Techniques: ESI-MS, MALDI-MS, TGA