I am a skilled automation test engineer and media informatics master’s student with hands-on experience in quality assurance, test automation, and support. I specialize in developing and maintaining automated tests for web applications and API interfaces to ensure functionality and quality in software projects. Alongside my technical expertise, I have a strong background in human-computer interaction, UX prototyping, and hardware prototyping, which enables me to deliver user-centered solutions. I am passionate about integrating safety and quality in software development, especially in automated vehicles through advanced analysis methods like STPA and SOTIF standards. Additionally, I am active in social media management and youth mentoring, where I develop content strategies and coordinate educational projects. My programming skills in Java, JavaScript, and Python complement my capability to innovate and solve problems effectively in various digital and software domains.

Sena Özdogan

I am a skilled automation test engineer and media informatics master’s student with hands-on experience in quality assurance, test automation, and support. I specialize in developing and maintaining automated tests for web applications and API interfaces to ensure functionality and quality in software projects. Alongside my technical expertise, I have a strong background in human-computer interaction, UX prototyping, and hardware prototyping, which enables me to deliver user-centered solutions. I am passionate about integrating safety and quality in software development, especially in automated vehicles through advanced analysis methods like STPA and SOTIF standards. Additionally, I am active in social media management and youth mentoring, where I develop content strategies and coordinate educational projects. My programming skills in Java, JavaScript, and Python complement my capability to innovate and solve problems effectively in various digital and software domains.

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I am a skilled automation test engineer and media informatics master’s student with hands-on experience in quality assurance, test automation, and support. I specialize in developing and maintaining automated tests for web applications and API interfaces to ensure functionality and quality in software projects. Alongside my technical expertise, I have a strong background in human-computer interaction, UX prototyping, and hardware prototyping, which enables me to deliver user-centered solutions.

I am passionate about integrating safety and quality in software development, especially in automated vehicles through advanced analysis methods like STPA and SOTIF standards. Additionally, I am active in social media management and youth mentoring, where I develop content strategies and coordinate educational projects. My programming skills in Java, JavaScript, and Python complement my capability to innovate and solve problems effectively in various digital and software domains.

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Language

German
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Automation Test Engineer (Working Student) at Fraunhofer IPA Stuttgart
February 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025
Provided quality assurance and development support in the field of test automation. Developed and implemented automated tests for web applications and API interfaces to ensure functionality. Documented and communicated executed tests as well as created and maintained automated test scripts.
IT Support (Working Student) at AOK Systems Munich
February 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025
Served as the initial point of contact for customer issues, clarifying concerns and handling first-level support. Created and managed support tickets to ensure efficient documentation and follow-up of inquiries. Provided remote support for users with technical issues and offered guidance for independent troubleshooting.
Human Factors Analyst at Giesecke & Devrient (via Univativ) Munich
April 1, 2022 - August 11, 2025
Conducted human factors analysis for Safety of the Intended Functionality (SOTIF) in automated vehicles. Applied the STPA method for the development and evaluation of foreseeable misuse scenarios focusing on operational safety and minimizing foreseeable misuse. Compared traditional risk analysis methods to complement STPA with quantitative risk assessment.
Volunteer - Social Media Management at IDIZEM Youth
October 1, 2022 - Present
Managed and optimized social media channels, created and published target audience-oriented content. Developed and implemented social media strategies achieving over 250 followers in one week. Coordinated youth education projects including event, workshop, and seminar facilitation and mentoring six young people through personal guidance.

Education

Master's Thesis at Fraunhofer IPA Stuttgart
May 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Human-Computer Interaction at LMU Munich
April 1, 2022 - August 11, 2025
Bachelor of Science at LMU Munich
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services

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