Top Talent like Daniel are on Pangea

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Daniel Stefan

Quality Assurance Specialist • London, England, GB
Arduino
Git
Prototyping
Python
Embedded Systems
C Programming Language
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Embedded Software Test Engineer in Automotive domain
► Embedded System and Software Test Automation Engineer with Expertise in Hardware, Electronics, Automotive, Automation, Verification, and Validation. ► I am looking to collaborate with companies that align with my values: ► I am a motivated professional with a strong work ethic, always ready to solve problems and take initiative in every project. I aim to contribute to an organization’s success and growth by delivering real results. I’m passionate about making a positive impact and dedicated to doing my best, not just meeting but exceeding expectations through hard work and clear thinking. ► Programming: Embedded C, Python | Protocols: CAN/CAN FD, I2C, SPI, UART | Operating Systems: Linux | Testing Techniques: HIL, SIL, Regression Testing | Automation: Test Scripts, Test Frameworks | Tools: GIT, Jenkins, Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Vector Tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) | Standards: ISO 26262, ASPICE | Project Management: Agile, Scrum ► My personal web page: https://daniel-stefan.com

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Embedded Systems Validation and Verification Engineer SYS.4 - System Integration Test

Luxoft RomaniaLed system integration testing in the ADAS domain, being the first in the team to implement this testing level. Created the test strategy, documentation, and test methodology and performed hands-on implementation. Performed ECU bring-up testing, detecting critical hardware/software issues. Analyzed electronic schematics at component level to identify subsystem interactions and designed corresponding system integration tests. Designed and implemented a complete hardware test environment from scratch, covering hardware design, software development, automation, and fault injection for ECU validation. Extended the test environment with ADC measurement capability and automated hardware interface fault injection. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to validate hardware/software integration, identifying and resolving issues early in the development cycle.
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Embedded Software Test Automation Engineer SYS.5 | Infotainment Python, Robot Framework, Jenkins

Luxoft RomaniaJun 2023 - Feb 2024 • 9 mosAs a Tooling Engineer, combined embedded automotive knowledge with testing expertise to solve technical challenges and support team goals. Designed, developed, and executed automation scripts for infotainment embedded systems using Robot Framework with automotive libraries like CAN and Ethernet. Created and optimized a Jenkins-based testing environment from scratch, improving automated testing pipelines for CI/CD workflows and automating the execution of test suites. Set up an automated test management system using Jira, Xray, Zephyr Test Management REST API, Python scripting, and Windows command shell. Simplified Python-based reporting processes to ensure traceability and identify project requirement gaps. Used Python libraries like pandas, openpyxl, ElementTree, and BeautifulSoup to enhance data analysis and generate custom reports. Proficient in Python for data manipulation, contributing to better project management and improved reporting.
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Embedded Software Automation Tester in Integration Team Tooling Engineer ADAS Radar

Luxoft RomaniaSep 2022 - Jun 2023 • 10 mosDeveloped and implemented Python scripts to simplify testing processes for both the testing and development teams. Integrated the QAC tool (Helix QAC for C) using custom scripts. Automated the creation of test cases in PTC Integrity, reducing manual work and improving efficiency in the testing process. Set up automated traceability between requirements and code, helping with project management and compliance with project specifications. Created batch scripts to connect tools with Jenkins, enabling continuous integration and improving the development and testing workflow. Resolved key issues in how different tools interacted. Developed custom scripts to replace QAC PRQA suppressions, simplifying code analysis. Improved testing and development processes, simplified workflows, and increased overall project efficiency.
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Embedded Software Automation Tester in Integration Team SYS.5, SWE.6 ADAS Camera

Luxoft RomaniaAug 2021 - Aug 2022 • 1 yr 1 moMaintained and updated ~2000 CAPL test scripts for Build Acceptance Tests using Ethernet, CAN, and SPI protocols, executed automatically in Jenkins pipelines for each release. Developed new CAPL scripts for new features and improved existing scripts to increase stability. Supported diagnostic and system test teams with custom CAPL scripting. Maintained test benches, tools, licenses, and automation scripts to keep integration testing running. Reviewed and reported test results and traces to the customer. Merged changes from the RSB team into the mainline Git branch used for software test execution. Improved product quality by detecting software issues early through fast analysis of logs and traces. Fixed stability issues in CAPL scripts by identifying hardware limitations, improving reliability of test reports.
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Embedded Software Tester, Qualification and Integration level, SWE.6, SWE5 ADAS Camera

Luxoft RomaniaAug 2020 - Jul 2021 • 1 yrAs an Embedded Software Tester, contributed to the qualification and integration of ADAS Camera systems, ensuring software quality and compliance with project specifications.

Education

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Electrical Engineering - Targoviste Romania

Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering2001 - 2006

How Pangea Works

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We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Embedded Software Test Engineer in Automotive domain
► Embedded System and Software Test Automation Engineer with Expertise in Hardware, Electronics, Automotive, Automation, Verification, and Validation. ► I am looking to collaborate with companies that align with my values: ► I am a motivated professional with a strong work ethic, always ready to solve problems and take initiative in every project. I aim to contribute to an organization’s success and growth by delivering real results. I’m passionate about making a positive impact and dedicated to doing my best, not just meeting but exceeding expectations through hard work and clear thinking. ► Programming: Embedded C, Python | Protocols: CAN/CAN FD, I2C, SPI, UART | Operating Systems: Linux | Testing Techniques: HIL, SIL, Regression Testing | Automation: Test Scripts, Test Frameworks | Tools: GIT, Jenkins, Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Vector Tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) | Standards: ISO 26262, ASPICE | Project Management: Agile, Scrum ► My personal web page: https://daniel-stefan.com

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Top Talent like Daniel are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Daniel Stefan

Quality Assurance Specialist • London, England, GB
Arduino
Git
Prototyping
Python
Embedded Systems
C Programming Language
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

L

Embedded Systems Validation and Verification Engineer SYS.4 - System Integration Test

Luxoft RomaniaLed system integration testing in the ADAS domain, being the first in the team to implement this testing level. Created the test strategy, documentation, and test methodology and performed hands-on implementation. Performed ECU bring-up testing, detecting critical hardware/software issues. Analyzed electronic schematics at component level to identify subsystem interactions and designed corresponding system integration tests. Designed and implemented a complete hardware test environment from scratch, covering hardware design, software development, automation, and fault injection for ECU validation. Extended the test environment with ADC measurement capability and automated hardware interface fault injection. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to validate hardware/software integration, identifying and resolving issues early in the development cycle.
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Embedded Software Test Automation Engineer SYS.5 | Infotainment Python, Robot Framework, Jenkins

Luxoft RomaniaJun 2023 - Feb 2024 • 9 mosAs a Tooling Engineer, combined embedded automotive knowledge with testing expertise to solve technical challenges and support team goals. Designed, developed, and executed automation scripts for infotainment embedded systems using Robot Framework with automotive libraries like CAN and Ethernet. Created and optimized a Jenkins-based testing environment from scratch, improving automated testing pipelines for CI/CD workflows and automating the execution of test suites. Set up an automated test management system using Jira, Xray, Zephyr Test Management REST API, Python scripting, and Windows command shell. Simplified Python-based reporting processes to ensure traceability and identify project requirement gaps. Used Python libraries like pandas, openpyxl, ElementTree, and BeautifulSoup to enhance data analysis and generate custom reports. Proficient in Python for data manipulation, contributing to better project management and improved reporting.
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Embedded Software Automation Tester in Integration Team Tooling Engineer ADAS Radar

Luxoft RomaniaSep 2022 - Jun 2023 • 10 mosDeveloped and implemented Python scripts to simplify testing processes for both the testing and development teams. Integrated the QAC tool (Helix QAC for C) using custom scripts. Automated the creation of test cases in PTC Integrity, reducing manual work and improving efficiency in the testing process. Set up automated traceability between requirements and code, helping with project management and compliance with project specifications. Created batch scripts to connect tools with Jenkins, enabling continuous integration and improving the development and testing workflow. Resolved key issues in how different tools interacted. Developed custom scripts to replace QAC PRQA suppressions, simplifying code analysis. Improved testing and development processes, simplified workflows, and increased overall project efficiency.
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Embedded Software Automation Tester in Integration Team SYS.5, SWE.6 ADAS Camera

Luxoft RomaniaAug 2021 - Aug 2022 • 1 yr 1 moMaintained and updated ~2000 CAPL test scripts for Build Acceptance Tests using Ethernet, CAN, and SPI protocols, executed automatically in Jenkins pipelines for each release. Developed new CAPL scripts for new features and improved existing scripts to increase stability. Supported diagnostic and system test teams with custom CAPL scripting. Maintained test benches, tools, licenses, and automation scripts to keep integration testing running. Reviewed and reported test results and traces to the customer. Merged changes from the RSB team into the mainline Git branch used for software test execution. Improved product quality by detecting software issues early through fast analysis of logs and traces. Fixed stability issues in CAPL scripts by identifying hardware limitations, improving reliability of test reports.
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Embedded Software Tester, Qualification and Integration level, SWE.6, SWE5 ADAS Camera

Luxoft RomaniaAug 2020 - Jul 2021 • 1 yrAs an Embedded Software Tester, contributed to the qualification and integration of ADAS Camera systems, ensuring software quality and compliance with project specifications.

Education

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Electrical Engineering - Targoviste Romania

Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering2001 - 2006

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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