Principal Quality Engineering Architect with expertise in AI Powered Test Automation, DevOps CICD Integration, Performance Engineering, Jira Migration
Aktualisiert am 06.03.2026
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Verfügbar ab: 06.03.2026
Verfügbar zu: 100%
davon vor Ort: 15%
Test Automation
Performance Testing
AI Automation
DevOps CI CD Integration
Enterprise Test Management
Jira Migration and Configuration
API Testing REST and SOAP
Accessibility Testing WCAG ADA
SAP Test Automation
Cloud Test Infrastructure AWS Azure
Playwright Selenium TOSCA JMeter Gatling
Docker and Kubernetes
Banking Systems Testing
Agile QA Leadership
CI CD Strategy Design
Quality Transformation Strategy
Test Reporting and Analytics
Cross Functional Team Leadership
English
C2
German
C1

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

1 Jahr 4 Monate
2024-12 - heute

Migration of the world?s largest B2B card platform (Drupal ? Contentful)

Senior Test Automation Engineer GitLab Playwright axe-core ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Management of the migration of an 8-year-old legacy website with over 8,000 pages from Drupal to Contentful ? including both desktop and mobile platforms. Responsible for test management, test automation, accessibility audits non-functional validation.

  • Development and implementation of test strategies for the website migration.
  • Design and implementation of a test automation framework using Playwright and GitLab CI/CD as well as non-functional testing strategies including performance.
  • Execution of accessibility tests with axe-core, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 & ADA standards.
  • Planning and coordination of functional, non-functional, and regression tests.
  • Preparation and presentation of structured test reports (Allure) for international stakeholders.
  • Leadership and coordination of cross-functional teams and clients across three continents (Europe, Asia, North America).
  • Collaboration with development, UX, and content teams to ensure data quality and stability.
  • Utilization of containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and cloud infrastructures for scalable test environments.

GitLab Playwright axe-core WCAG 2.1 ADA DOM Allure Docker Kubernetes Cloud Appium JS BrowserStack JMeter K6
HERE Technologies
1 Jahr 5 Monate
2023-07 - 2024-11

SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA Test Automation Platform

Senior Test Automation Engineer Selenium TOSCA Jenkins ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Led the test automation efforts for a new utility platform built on SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA, focusing on automation of complex workflows and enhancing test coverage for critical functionalities as well as ensuring performance, scalability, and cross-platform reliability.

  • Defined, designed, and implemented comprehensive test automation frameworks for SAP-based systems.
  • Led a team of test automation engineers, mentoring and guiding them in best practices for test automation using tools like TOSCA and Selenium.
  • Integrated test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub, ensuring automation is a key part of the software delivery pipeline.
  • Conducted feasibility studies to identify opportunities for enhancing automation coverage and improving system performance.
  • Conducted performance/load testing using JMeter and Gatling; identified system bottlenecks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate automation into existing processes and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Actively participated in cross-country coordination, supporting stakeholders across different geographies.

Selenium TOSCA Jenkins GitHub SAP Fiori SAP S/4HANA Jira TestRail Sauce Labs JMeter Gatling K6
e.on
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2021-01 - 2023-06

Auto Configurator for a Cloud-Based Platform

Senior Test Automation Engineer Playwright Selenium JMeter ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Developed and managed the test automation framework for an auto-configurator application that required seamless integration with cloud services. Focused on increasing automation coverage and ensuring cross-platform compatibility.

  • Designed and developed a scalable test automation infrastructure for testing both UI and API (REST, SOAP), utilizing tools like Playwright, Selenium, and Python.
  • Integrated automation into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous testing, using Jenkins and GitHub.
  • Worked with international test teams, managing collaboration across multiple countries to ensure consistent test execution and quality standards.
  • Conducted performance and load testing using JMeter and Gatling, optimizing system performance and identifying bottlenecks.
  • Delivered reports and analysis to stakeholders and conducted regular project meetings with cross-country teams.

Playwright Selenium JMeter Gatling Jenkins Java TypeScript Salesforce Appium (iOS/Android) Cucumber GitHub Zephyr Jira AWS Device Farm Locust
Audi AG
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2018-07 - 2020-12

Banking Application for a Financial Institution

Lead Test Automation Engineer HP ALM UFT SQL ...
Lead Test Automation Engineer

Led the test automation, Last & Performance testing and quality assurance for a banking application within a financial institution, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and focusing on Temenos T24 modules and workflows.

  • Developed and maintained automated test scripts for critical banking functionalities using HP ALM and UFT.
  • Worked closely with business analysts and subject matter experts (SMEs) to define testing strategies and ensure comprehensive coverage of both functional and non-functional requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives to ensure testing alignment with development timelines.
  • Utilized SQL for validating backend data and ensuring data integrity across banking workflows.
  • Benchmarked system performance under real-world usage scenarios.
  • Integrated test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, improving release velocity and reducing manual testing efforts by over 50%.
  • Conducted regression testing, API testing (REST/SOAP), and load testing to ensure system reliability and performance under different workloads.
  • Provided mentoring and coaching to junior testers, ensuring the team?s skills aligned with automation goals.
  • Delivered detailed test reports and coordinated defect triaging sessions with developers, ensuring rapid issue resolution.

HP ALM UFT SQL Jenkins Temenos T24 Jira SOAPUI Selenium LoadRunner NeoLoad
Volkswagen Financial Services
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2016-01 - 2018-06

Performance and Automation for Factory Management System

Senior Test Automation Engineer | Performance and Load Testing Selenium Bitbucket Jira ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer | Performance and Load Testing

Automated and optimized testing for a factory management system with a focus on performance testing and load testing to ensure high availability and scalability.

  • Led the development of a robust test automation framework to support performance and load testing efforts for critical factory workflows.
  • Integrated the framework into the CI/CD process to ensure regular performance benchmarking and load testing in real-world scenarios.
  • Collaborated with development teams to gather testing requirements and conduct feasibility studies to identify automation opportunities.
  • Leveraged tools like Gatling and JMeter to perform high-load testing, ensuring the platform could handle concurrent users and transactions.
  • Provided detailed reports on system performance, offering recommendations to improve system throughput and reduce downtime.

Selenium Bitbucket Jira Jenkins .NET Gatling JMeter Docker
BMW Group
2 Jahre
2014-01 - 2015-12

Cross-Platform CRM Automation

Senior Test Automation Engineer Salesforce Cucumber Jira ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Automated the testing for a new CRM platform, ensuring cross-platform compatibility across web, iOS, and Android.

  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive test automation framework for CRM workflows, focusing on cross-platform functionality.
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure smooth integration of the automation framework with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub.
  • Conducted regression testing and automated end-to-end tests across mobile and web platforms, using tools like Appium and Selenium.
  • Managed defect triage sessions, collaborating closely with developers to ensure quick resolution of issues and minimizing downtime.
  • Set up reporting dashboards in JIRA and Jenkins to track test execution, defect resolution, and overall project health.

Salesforce Cucumber Jira Github Java Jenkins Appium (Android/iOS) Selenium BrowserStack
SONY US

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Bachelor of Computer Science ? Ludwig Maximilian University, Germany


Certificates

  • ISTQB® Foundation Level
  • Agile Foundation Level
  • TOSCA Automation Specialist Level 1 & 2
  • TOSCA Test Design Specialist Level 1 & 2
  • Tosca Query Language & Tosca RPA Specialist
  • Tosca qTest Specialist Level 1
  • Tosca Test Design Specialist Level 1
  • Tosca Exploratory Testing Specialist
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for Databases
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for SAP 12.x
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for API 12.x
  • Tosca Automation Engineer Level 1 12.x
  • Tosca Data Integrity Specialist
  • Boost Business Outcomes Via QA Transformation
  • Tosca Query Language
  • Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Test Automation Performance Testing AI Automation DevOps CI CD Integration Enterprise Test Management Jira Migration and Configuration API Testing REST and SOAP Accessibility Testing WCAG ADA SAP Test Automation Cloud Test Infrastructure AWS Azure Playwright Selenium TOSCA JMeter Gatling Docker and Kubernetes Banking Systems Testing Agile QA Leadership CI CD Strategy Design Quality Transformation Strategy Test Reporting and Analytics Cross Functional Team Leadership

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

Summary

Test Automation & Non-Functional Testing Specialist with 8+ years of experience delivering robust automation frameworks and executing comprehensive performance, load, scalability, security, and accessibility testing. Skilled in building test automation solutions with Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, TOSCA, UFT, and Appium, and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. Proven expertise in performance engineering with JMeter, Gatling, and LoadRunner, optimizing system reliability, resilience, and scalability under high-load conditions. Strong track record in WCAG/ADA accessibility compliance, API testing (REST/SOAP), and cross-platform validation. Adept at leading international teams, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality, stable, and secure software solutions.


Skills & Expertise

  • Test Automation: Selenium, TOSCA, UFT, LeanFT, Cypress, Playwright, SOAPUI, REST
  • Last and Performance Testing: JMeter, Gatling, K6, Locust, LoadRunner, NeoLoad.
  • Frameworks: BDD (Cucumber), TDD, Robot Framework
  • CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
  • Cloud: AWS (Lambda, kinesis stream, SQS, Eventbridge), Azure, ServiceNow
  • AI Productivity Tools: OpenAI API, Gemini, GitHub Copilot, KANE AI, MCP
  • Version Control: GIT, Bitbucket
  • Project Management Tools: JIRA, HP ALM, Zephyr, Xray, TestRail
  • Banking & Financial Testing: Familiar with Temenos T24 and banking systems
  • Leadership & Mentoring: Managed teams and provided guidance in test automation practices
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Experience working in international, cross-country environments

Programmiersprachen

Java
.NET
C#
JavaScript
SQL
Python
Typescript
Java Springboot

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

1 Jahr 4 Monate
2024-12 - heute

Migration of the world?s largest B2B card platform (Drupal ? Contentful)

Senior Test Automation Engineer GitLab Playwright axe-core ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Management of the migration of an 8-year-old legacy website with over 8,000 pages from Drupal to Contentful ? including both desktop and mobile platforms. Responsible for test management, test automation, accessibility audits non-functional validation.

  • Development and implementation of test strategies for the website migration.
  • Design and implementation of a test automation framework using Playwright and GitLab CI/CD as well as non-functional testing strategies including performance.
  • Execution of accessibility tests with axe-core, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 & ADA standards.
  • Planning and coordination of functional, non-functional, and regression tests.
  • Preparation and presentation of structured test reports (Allure) for international stakeholders.
  • Leadership and coordination of cross-functional teams and clients across three continents (Europe, Asia, North America).
  • Collaboration with development, UX, and content teams to ensure data quality and stability.
  • Utilization of containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and cloud infrastructures for scalable test environments.

GitLab Playwright axe-core WCAG 2.1 ADA DOM Allure Docker Kubernetes Cloud Appium JS BrowserStack JMeter K6
HERE Technologies
1 Jahr 5 Monate
2023-07 - 2024-11

SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA Test Automation Platform

Senior Test Automation Engineer Selenium TOSCA Jenkins ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Led the test automation efforts for a new utility platform built on SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA, focusing on automation of complex workflows and enhancing test coverage for critical functionalities as well as ensuring performance, scalability, and cross-platform reliability.

  • Defined, designed, and implemented comprehensive test automation frameworks for SAP-based systems.
  • Led a team of test automation engineers, mentoring and guiding them in best practices for test automation using tools like TOSCA and Selenium.
  • Integrated test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub, ensuring automation is a key part of the software delivery pipeline.
  • Conducted feasibility studies to identify opportunities for enhancing automation coverage and improving system performance.
  • Conducted performance/load testing using JMeter and Gatling; identified system bottlenecks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate automation into existing processes and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Actively participated in cross-country coordination, supporting stakeholders across different geographies.

Selenium TOSCA Jenkins GitHub SAP Fiori SAP S/4HANA Jira TestRail Sauce Labs JMeter Gatling K6
e.on
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2021-01 - 2023-06

Auto Configurator for a Cloud-Based Platform

Senior Test Automation Engineer Playwright Selenium JMeter ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Developed and managed the test automation framework for an auto-configurator application that required seamless integration with cloud services. Focused on increasing automation coverage and ensuring cross-platform compatibility.

  • Designed and developed a scalable test automation infrastructure for testing both UI and API (REST, SOAP), utilizing tools like Playwright, Selenium, and Python.
  • Integrated automation into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous testing, using Jenkins and GitHub.
  • Worked with international test teams, managing collaboration across multiple countries to ensure consistent test execution and quality standards.
  • Conducted performance and load testing using JMeter and Gatling, optimizing system performance and identifying bottlenecks.
  • Delivered reports and analysis to stakeholders and conducted regular project meetings with cross-country teams.

Playwright Selenium JMeter Gatling Jenkins Java TypeScript Salesforce Appium (iOS/Android) Cucumber GitHub Zephyr Jira AWS Device Farm Locust
Audi AG
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2018-07 - 2020-12

Banking Application for a Financial Institution

Lead Test Automation Engineer HP ALM UFT SQL ...
Lead Test Automation Engineer

Led the test automation, Last & Performance testing and quality assurance for a banking application within a financial institution, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and focusing on Temenos T24 modules and workflows.

  • Developed and maintained automated test scripts for critical banking functionalities using HP ALM and UFT.
  • Worked closely with business analysts and subject matter experts (SMEs) to define testing strategies and ensure comprehensive coverage of both functional and non-functional requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives to ensure testing alignment with development timelines.
  • Utilized SQL for validating backend data and ensuring data integrity across banking workflows.
  • Benchmarked system performance under real-world usage scenarios.
  • Integrated test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, improving release velocity and reducing manual testing efforts by over 50%.
  • Conducted regression testing, API testing (REST/SOAP), and load testing to ensure system reliability and performance under different workloads.
  • Provided mentoring and coaching to junior testers, ensuring the team?s skills aligned with automation goals.
  • Delivered detailed test reports and coordinated defect triaging sessions with developers, ensuring rapid issue resolution.

HP ALM UFT SQL Jenkins Temenos T24 Jira SOAPUI Selenium LoadRunner NeoLoad
Volkswagen Financial Services
2 Jahre 6 Monate
2016-01 - 2018-06

Performance and Automation for Factory Management System

Senior Test Automation Engineer | Performance and Load Testing Selenium Bitbucket Jira ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer | Performance and Load Testing

Automated and optimized testing for a factory management system with a focus on performance testing and load testing to ensure high availability and scalability.

  • Led the development of a robust test automation framework to support performance and load testing efforts for critical factory workflows.
  • Integrated the framework into the CI/CD process to ensure regular performance benchmarking and load testing in real-world scenarios.
  • Collaborated with development teams to gather testing requirements and conduct feasibility studies to identify automation opportunities.
  • Leveraged tools like Gatling and JMeter to perform high-load testing, ensuring the platform could handle concurrent users and transactions.
  • Provided detailed reports on system performance, offering recommendations to improve system throughput and reduce downtime.

Selenium Bitbucket Jira Jenkins .NET Gatling JMeter Docker
BMW Group
2 Jahre
2014-01 - 2015-12

Cross-Platform CRM Automation

Senior Test Automation Engineer Salesforce Cucumber Jira ...
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Automated the testing for a new CRM platform, ensuring cross-platform compatibility across web, iOS, and Android.

  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive test automation framework for CRM workflows, focusing on cross-platform functionality.
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure smooth integration of the automation framework with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub.
  • Conducted regression testing and automated end-to-end tests across mobile and web platforms, using tools like Appium and Selenium.
  • Managed defect triage sessions, collaborating closely with developers to ensure quick resolution of issues and minimizing downtime.
  • Set up reporting dashboards in JIRA and Jenkins to track test execution, defect resolution, and overall project health.

Salesforce Cucumber Jira Github Java Jenkins Appium (Android/iOS) Selenium BrowserStack
SONY US

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Bachelor of Computer Science ? Ludwig Maximilian University, Germany


Certificates

  • ISTQB® Foundation Level
  • Agile Foundation Level
  • TOSCA Automation Specialist Level 1 & 2
  • TOSCA Test Design Specialist Level 1 & 2
  • Tosca Query Language & Tosca RPA Specialist
  • Tosca qTest Specialist Level 1
  • Tosca Test Design Specialist Level 1
  • Tosca Exploratory Testing Specialist
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for Databases
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for SAP 12.x
  • Tosca Automation Specialist for API 12.x
  • Tosca Automation Engineer Level 1 12.x
  • Tosca Data Integrity Specialist
  • Boost Business Outcomes Via QA Transformation
  • Tosca Query Language
  • Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Test Automation Performance Testing AI Automation DevOps CI CD Integration Enterprise Test Management Jira Migration and Configuration API Testing REST and SOAP Accessibility Testing WCAG ADA SAP Test Automation Cloud Test Infrastructure AWS Azure Playwright Selenium TOSCA JMeter Gatling Docker and Kubernetes Banking Systems Testing Agile QA Leadership CI CD Strategy Design Quality Transformation Strategy Test Reporting and Analytics Cross Functional Team Leadership

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

Summary

Test Automation & Non-Functional Testing Specialist with 8+ years of experience delivering robust automation frameworks and executing comprehensive performance, load, scalability, security, and accessibility testing. Skilled in building test automation solutions with Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, TOSCA, UFT, and Appium, and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. Proven expertise in performance engineering with JMeter, Gatling, and LoadRunner, optimizing system reliability, resilience, and scalability under high-load conditions. Strong track record in WCAG/ADA accessibility compliance, API testing (REST/SOAP), and cross-platform validation. Adept at leading international teams, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality, stable, and secure software solutions.


Skills & Expertise

  • Test Automation: Selenium, TOSCA, UFT, LeanFT, Cypress, Playwright, SOAPUI, REST
  • Last and Performance Testing: JMeter, Gatling, K6, Locust, LoadRunner, NeoLoad.
  • Frameworks: BDD (Cucumber), TDD, Robot Framework
  • CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
  • Cloud: AWS (Lambda, kinesis stream, SQS, Eventbridge), Azure, ServiceNow
  • AI Productivity Tools: OpenAI API, Gemini, GitHub Copilot, KANE AI, MCP
  • Version Control: GIT, Bitbucket
  • Project Management Tools: JIRA, HP ALM, Zephyr, Xray, TestRail
  • Banking & Financial Testing: Familiar with Temenos T24 and banking systems
  • Leadership & Mentoring: Managed teams and provided guidance in test automation practices
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Experience working in international, cross-country environments

Programmiersprachen

Java
.NET
C#
JavaScript
SQL
Python
Typescript
Java Springboot

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