Portfolio (Engels)

1999 – 2022

From software engineer to Software Development Manager

The secondment companies that I have worked for next to Wassenburg as an employee.

2017 – 2022

Software Development Manager

Oversee activities of machine and application software development teams throughout SDLC. Provide project management and technical leadership for every aspect of software. Analyse user and product requirements that outline project specifications and translate needs into technical solutions in collaboration with the teams. Establish standards and processes for delivery of scalable and high-quality software. Prepare lifecycle for complex projects, inclusive of research, design, coding, debugging, application testing, and product management. Direct periodic system and user acceptance testing pre/post deployment.

• Achieved fully compliant IEC 62304 SDLC process including risk management and usability engineering
• Achieved project objectives by collaborating with departmental heads in discussing program development and deploying reliable applications within strict deadlines and under budget.
• Successfully created initial project documentation containing end-user manual procedures and improvement recommendations for functionality.
• Built, led, coached, and motivated team towards integrating efficient software products that resolved business-critical discrepancies and maximised end-user satisfaction.
• Achieved ALM integration and merged into the quality management system to achieve full traceability of requirements, specifications, risks and tests and become IEC 13485 compliant

2015 – 2017

Manage Software Test and Integration

Liaised with external clients and third-party providers to determine technical scope of integration projects. Supervised analysis, troubleshooting, testing of software systems, including performance tuning of configurations. Provided ongoing technical support to fix any defects with the team. Recognised areas for process improvements, implementing solutions, and automation. Trained engineering team on operations and software development methods to ensure attainment of business goals.

• Defined the SDLC at VDL ETG in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Responsible for integrating wafer handler software at ASML and software development process at VDL ETG.
• Grasped advanced application and integration concepts of new products quickly and efficiently.
• Established confidence and fostered cooperative relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders.

2014 – 2015

Projectmanager – Technical Applications Healthcare

Defined clear deliverable, roles, and responsibilities for R&D staff members required for several project initiatives. Researched and evaluated supporting software applications and options, and weighed cost/benefit analysis. Prepared test strategies and procedures to ensure process compliance and optimization.  Executed manual and automated scripts (front-end and backend) using SQL queries, leading by example. Supervised updates and maintenance of supportive production environments to ensure effective use. 

• Spearheaded release of pilot services for IBM applications that assisted with facilitating software engineering.
• Rolled out Digital Signatures CFR 21 – part 11 (FDA) software.
• Directed phase out of Windows XP due to EOL, vulnerabilities and potential exploits.
• Served as Chairman of Software Tools Quality Assurance team by introducing and monitoring processes and expertly leading verification and validation of software products and services.

2013 – 2014

Management – System Test and Integration (Yieldstar)

Coordinated with management team to assess and define specifications and a more efficient way of work. Analysed data and infrastructure to determine inefficiencies and problems. Installed, configured, tested CI/CD systems and by monitored them for malfunctions and errors. Collaborated with developers to identify possible solutions, evaluate bottlenecks, and implement fixes. Trained engineering teams on updated release management process and test management and monitoring tools. Remained abreast of latest advancements in technology and best practices.

• Wrote custom reusable template scripts that increased system efficiency and lower time on any CIO/CD tasks.
• Developed automation tools and processes that scaled operations.
• Enhanced release, testing, and integration management processes by improving technical activities.
• Rolled out new release strategy to improve planning and organizing software releases

2012 – 2013

Projectmanagement – introduction IBM Rational Team Concert

Managed project with top-down oversight throughout entire implementation as defined by standards of scope, roadmaps, budgets, and timelines. Developed comprehensive plans that merged with customer requirements. Monitored progress to provide scheduled reports/actionable feedback on measurable items, such as technical milestones. Proposed modifications on project plans in response to changing requirements. Controlled acquisition of resources and tools by negotiating agreements with suitable vendors in collaboration with all stakeholders.

• Initiated IBM RTC tooling to archive, plan and organize software in an agile environment.
• Responsible for location Eindhoven in multisite project (BRNO) by discovering solutions and creating course material for technical activities.
• Provided guidance and training to remove impediments that affected software department’s productivity.

2008 – 2012

Projectleider – Ontwikkeling van een geautomatiseerd test framework

• Achieved a fully automated test automation framework that is merged with TestArena, the test automation suite of ASML
• Guided the team by leading by example and coached them throughout the project
• Achieved monitoring application to detect anomalies as soon as possible

2005 – 2008

Projectmanager – Automated Reticle Inline Transmission

• Setup high level architecture and design for multidisciplinary teams
• Managed the project execution throughout the project within budget
• Achieved inline automated reticle transmission measurement leading to a much faster, efficient and more accure measurement that support the lens heating functionality. The original measurement was not automated and led to a 4 hour downtime of the machine, with less accurate measurements.
• Demoed the functionality succesfully to the customer

1999 – 2005

Software Engineer

• Executed multiple projects as a software engineer for different products and companies (secondment):
  • Philips (SACD, CRT Television software)
  • OCE (Kelvin and Fermi products, Image processing software)