Svetlana Aloui
Nürnberg
Summary
Accomplished Line Manager with extensive experience in leading software testing teams and software engineering teams . Demonstrates strong leadership ability, responsible for the disciplinary and technical guidance of teams, enhancing skill development and performance optimisation. Drives project deliverables, resolves cross-functional issues, and enhances product quality through strategic team positioning and collaboration. Highly flexible in rapidly changing situations, determined, proactive and willing and able to learn and adapt new knowledge very quickly.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Manager SW Test
Valeo AG / Valeo-Siemens
02.2019 - Current
- Disciplinary leadership of software test team comprising 10 internal and more then 20 external members also worldwide, focusing on skill development and performance optimization
- Planning and utilization management of testing resources to enhance efficiency and coverage of software validation processes
- Coordination and supervision of external contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with testing standards and project deadlines
- Facilitation of cross-domain collaboration with global development teams to harmonize software testing methodologies
- Strategic expansion and positioning of the software test team to meet evolving project demands and improve overall product quality
Head of Ice Breaker
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Led disciplinary and technical leadership of the Ice Breaker team, driving innovation, and ensuring seamless project execution across disciplines.
- Spearheaded comprehensive acquisition initiatives for HMI, aligning with corporate objectives and market demands.
- Fostered continuous cross-departmental communication between project management, product teams, sales, and customer service to maintain project alignment and customer satisfaction.
Line Manager HMI
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Led a development team of approximately 20 internal and around 20 external employees, ensuring strict adherence to disciplinary standards.
- Developed and coached team members, enhancing skills and performance.
- Expanded team positioning within organization to optimize effectiveness.
- Planned and utilized team resources efficiently to achieve objectives.
- Strengthened team cohesion through targeted initiatives in Poland.
- Coordinated and controlled external employees and suppliers effectively.
- Facilitated networking and collaboration with global development teams across various domains.
Project Manager
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
09.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed project deliverables to ensure alignment with project plan.
- Monitored project progress and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Resolved cross-functional challenges at project level to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Managed project scope and change control, adjusting strategies as necessary.
- Liaised with senior management and customer to deliver regular progress updates and status reports.
Intercultural experience in China
09.2012 - 09.2014
- Studied Mandarin and improved English while engaging with international community and participating in cultural events; completed a semester of Chinese language study at Shenzhen University and volunteered on various projects.
Supervisor / Modul Owner ‘Voice Route Guidance’
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
09.2010 - 09.2012
- Oversaw all Voice Route Guidance components throughout project life cycles within time frames and budget constraints.
- Led project teams of five individuals to ensure adherence to specifications and deadlines.
- Managed cost estimation and budget compliance for all project phases.
- Coordinated specification and implementation planning based on customer requirements.
- Controlled supplier and customer interactions to maintain project alignment.
- Directed performance testing as part of quality assurance processes.
Senior Software Engineer
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd (previously 3Soft Ltd)
09.2008 - 12.2009
- Developed speech models for Navigation and Infotainment System.
- Conducted requirements analysis and provided customer support throughout project lifecycle.
- Delivered cross-project technology consulting to enhance client solutions.
- Performed cost estimation to ensure project budget adherence.
Software Engineer
3Soft Ltd
02.2006 - 08.2007
- Developed comprehensive documentation for Guide Speech projects.
- Executed HMI modeling for different automotive customer, ensuring alignment with specifications.
- Managed projects and modelling for Audi B8 Low, focusing on efficiency and quality.
- Provided customer support to address inquiries and resolve issues.
Education
Postgraduate course - Linguistic Information and Word Processing
Bayer. Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg
01.2006
Masters Degree - Computer Linguistics, Slavic, Business Sciences
Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg
01.2005
Skills
- Leadership Ability
- Proactive
- Accountable
- Determined
- Reliable under pressure
- Adaptable to change
- Enthusiastic about challenges
Trainings, Skills, Languages
- Powerful communication in presentation
- Employment Law
- Job Interviews
- Conflict Management
- Project management training
- Communication training,
- Management-level communication training,
- SEP training, SAM training,
- German: fluent
- English: fluent
- Chinese: basic
- Russian: native
Timeline
Line Manager SW Test
Valeo AG / Valeo-Siemens
02.2019 - Current
Head of Ice Breaker
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
01.2018 - 01.2019
Line Manager HMI
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2017
Project Manager
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
09.2014 - 03.2016
Intercultural experience in China
09.2012 - 09.2014
Supervisor / Modul Owner ‘Voice Route Guidance’
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd
09.2010 - 09.2012
Senior Software Engineer
Elektrobit Automotive Ltd (previously 3Soft Ltd)
09.2008 - 12.2009
Software Engineer
3Soft Ltd
02.2006 - 08.2007
Postgraduate course - Linguistic Information and Word Processing
Bayer. Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg
Masters Degree - Computer Linguistics, Slavic, Business Sciences
Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg