Experienced Software Test Engineer with a strong focus on validating automotive systems using HIL rigs (Component, Core, Domain levels). Experienced in HIL automation with tools such as Automation Desk or vTESTstudio, and skilled in integrating test scripts within CI/CD pipelines. Demonstrated expertise in performing smoke testing to ensure software stability, proficient in executing system and function-level testing, maintaining structured test strategies using requirement management tools like DOORS and System Weaver (Car Weaver). Skilled in test case development, execution, and verdict updates. Experienced in system safety testing / reporting and actively support test case automation while contributing to manual testing efforts. Adept at documenting test activities in prescribed storage systems to ensure traceability and compliance with process standards.