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        <h1 class="title">Dr. Poom Kongniratsaikul</h1>
        <h2 class="subtitle">Test Manager & System Integration Expert</h2>
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            I am a multifaceted engineer with a cross-domain background spanning computers, programming, robotics, and quality assurance. Backed by real academic and industrial experience, I bridge the gap between hardware and software to ensure robust, high-quality systems from prototype to production.
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            My core focus is on developing comprehensive test strategies and automation frameworks for embedded systems. With deep expertise across all levels of testing, my true strengths lie in Integration and System Testing—whether that means SiL, HiL, or validation on real hardware. I have led testing efforts for a wide range of innovative products, including Smartglasses, advanced sensors, ECUs, and automotive headlamps. I am a collaborative, solutions-oriented professional dedicated to driving excellence within dynamic engineering teams.
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                <h3>Software & System Integration and Test Manager</h3>
                <span class="company">Bosch Sensortec GmbH | Aug 2022 - Present</span>
                <p>Leading testing efforts for a wide range of innovative products, including Smartglasses and advanced sensors. Developing comprehensive test strategies and automation frameworks for embedded systems, bringing deep expertise across all levels of testing, specializing in Integration, System Testing, and full-system validation on real hardware.</p>
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                <h3>Test Automation Engineer</h3>
                <span class="company">Marelli Automotive Lighting Reutlingen | Mar 2013 - Dec 2019</span>
                <p>Developed automation test concepts and tools for automotive ECUs and headlamps (LED Simulator, PSI5 Sensor Simulator, LVDS Simulator). Validated ECU software via requirement-based testing and functional safety. Coordinated international teams across Germany, India, and Romania.</p>
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                <h3>Researcher & Research Assistant</h3>
                <span class="company">University of Duisburg-Essen | Jun 2009 - Feb 2013</span>
                <p>Researched reliability theory applied to engineering systems under high uncertainty, including early design stages and high-voltage direct-current (HVDC) power transmission. Published on IEEE evaluating system reliability. Organized technical courses on digital systems and computer architecture.</p>
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                <h3>Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.), Computer Engineering</h3>
                <span class="company">University of Duisburg-Essen | 2009 - 2013</span>
                <p>Graduated with an outstanding academic record. Doctoral focus on Reliability Engineering, applying reliability theory to complex engineering systems under high uncertainty to bridge academic theory with industrial applications.</p>
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                <h3>Master of Science, Control and Information Systems</h3>
                <span class="company">University of Duisburg-Essen | 2007 - 2009</span>
                <p>Completed with an outstanding record. Scope encompasses Automation and Robotics, specializing in advanced control systems and information processing, laying the groundwork for expertise in complex system integration.</p>
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                <h3>Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering</h3>
                <span class="company">Kasetsart University | 2003 - 2007</span>
                <p>Built a strong cross-domain foundation in computer hardware, programming, and robotics. Active in academic projects and served as a Teaching Assistant for core engineering courses (Probability, Logic Circuits, C&P).</p>
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                <h3>Science and Computer Programme</h3>
                <span class="company">Triam Udom Suksa School | Graduated 2003</span>
                <p>Completed secondary education at a highly competitive, science-focused institution, fostering early foundational skills in computer science, advanced mathematics, and analytical problem-solving.</p>
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                <li>Embedded Systems</li>
                <li>Sensors & Smartglasses</li>
                <li>Automotive ECUs</li>
                <li>Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL)</li>
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                <li>Python, C/C++</li>
                <li>Test Automation Frameworks</li>
                <li>UNIX-like (Linux, macOS, OpenSolaris)</li>
                <li>SystemC, RTL, FPGA Validation</li>
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                <li>System & Integration Testing</li>
                <li>All-Level Validation (SiL, HiL, Real HW)</li>
                <li>Cross-functional Leadership</li>
                <li>Languages: English, German, Thai</li>
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                <h3>Laser Projector for Smartglasses</h3>
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            <p>Testing and validation of miniature laser projection systems for augmented reality Smartglasses. Managed comprehensive system integration testing.</p>
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                <span>Smartglasses</span> <span>Validation</span> <span>Hardware</span>
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                <h3>Advanced Sensors</h3>
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            <p>System integration and testing for Barometric pressure sensors and Smart Magnetometers, ensuring high reliability and precision.</p>
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                <span>Sensors</span> <span>IoT</span> <span>Integration</span>
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                <h3>Automotive LED Headlamps</h3>
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            <p>Developed test automation concepts and validated ECU software for intelligent automotive LED headlamp systems, ensuring functional safety.</p>
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                <span>ECU</span> <span>Functional Safety</span> <span>Automotive</span>
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                <h3>Academic Research: IEEE Publications</h3>
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            <p>Authored technical papers for IEEE evaluating system reliability considering insufficient knowledge, applied to High-Voltage Direct-Current (HVDC) Converter Stations.</p>
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                <span>Research</span> <span>System Reliability</span> <span>IEEE</span>
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            <p>Deep interest in financial markets, value investing, and market analysis. Invited as a guest speaker on a prominent financial TV program in Thailand to discuss investment strategies and market outlook.</p>
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            <p>Co-Founder and Business Partner at Hotel Römerkrug Weinhaus Weiler (2020-2022). Managed the implementation of modern hotel infrastructure, CM, PMS, and automation within historical buildings.</p>
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                <span>Management</span> <span>Automation</span> <span>Hospitality</span>
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