09/15/2026 updated
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Sw Scrum Master | Sw Release Manager | Sw Verification (QA) Lead
Solna, Sweden
Only remote
Master in Software EngineeringAbout me
Athanasios Stratis is a self-driven Software professional with 10+ years of experience in software verification, test management and development. He has worked as Verification Manager, Scrum Master, Release Manager and Software Engineer, leading teams and driving quality and continuous improvement.
Test AutomationC Sharp (Programming Language)Change ManagementConfiguration ManagementScrum MethodologyRelease ManagementSoftware Project ManagementSoftware Quality Management (Software Quality)Test ManagementDesign Verification Test
Scrum Master & Agile Methodologies
Extensive experience as Sw Scrum Master, leading sprint ceremonies including standups, retrospectives, backlog refinement, sprint planning and sprint demos. Deep knowledge of SAFe and agile frameworks, ensuring team priorities align with portfolio priorities and removing impediments that slow down the team.
Software Verification & Test Management
Broad expertise in leading all testing and verification activities for software systems, including test planning, test design, test execution, follow-up and test reporting. Responsible for SW verification activities according to customer QMS processes, software requirements and Work Instructions.
Sw Release Management
Proven track record as Sw Release Manager, securing time and resources for development teams, following up on project timelines and ensuring that software development teams deliver multiple releases per year on time with the expected quality.
Software Development & Test Tools
Hands-on experience developing SW and HIL simulation test tools, including .NET desktop applications such as Test Automation Framework (TAF) and Train Route Simulator (RouteSim), as well as design and implementation of simulations for Vehicle Control Simulator (VCS).
Configuration & Change Management
Experience with Configuration Management, setting baselines in tools, keeping configuration items consistent, and participating in CCB meetings to analyze change requests and defects. Worked with Document Management Systems such as ClearCase, TeamCenter and MAGIC.
Continuous Integration & Test Infrastructure
Responsible for Continuous Integration in TCMS departments, including automation and maintenance of nightly builds and automatic execution of regression tests, as well as managing test infrastructure and laboratories.
System & Integration Testing
Leadership in organizing and executing system and integration testing and verification activities, including HIL simulation validation for safety-critical systems and sub-system testing.
Project Management Support
Support to project managers with scope definition, timeline and resource planning, reviewing and contributing to project plans including PMP, Document Management plans, CM plans, SWQA plans and Test Plans.
Extensive experience as Sw Scrum Master, leading sprint ceremonies including standups, retrospectives, backlog refinement, sprint planning and sprint demos. Deep knowledge of SAFe and agile frameworks, ensuring team priorities align with portfolio priorities and removing impediments that slow down the team.
Software Verification & Test Management
Broad expertise in leading all testing and verification activities for software systems, including test planning, test design, test execution, follow-up and test reporting. Responsible for SW verification activities according to customer QMS processes, software requirements and Work Instructions.
Sw Release Management
Proven track record as Sw Release Manager, securing time and resources for development teams, following up on project timelines and ensuring that software development teams deliver multiple releases per year on time with the expected quality.
Software Development & Test Tools
Hands-on experience developing SW and HIL simulation test tools, including .NET desktop applications such as Test Automation Framework (TAF) and Train Route Simulator (RouteSim), as well as design and implementation of simulations for Vehicle Control Simulator (VCS).
Configuration & Change Management
Experience with Configuration Management, setting baselines in tools, keeping configuration items consistent, and participating in CCB meetings to analyze change requests and defects. Worked with Document Management Systems such as ClearCase, TeamCenter and MAGIC.
Continuous Integration & Test Infrastructure
Responsible for Continuous Integration in TCMS departments, including automation and maintenance of nightly builds and automatic execution of regression tests, as well as managing test infrastructure and laboratories.
System & Integration Testing
Leadership in organizing and executing system and integration testing and verification activities, including HIL simulation validation for safety-critical systems and sub-system testing.
Project Management Support
Support to project managers with scope definition, timeline and resource planning, reviewing and contributing to project plans including PMP, Document Management plans, CM plans, SWQA plans and Test Plans.
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2026
Languages
GermanBasic knowledgeEnglishFluentGreekNative speakerSwedishBasic knowledge
Project history
Working as Sw Scrum Master and Sw Release Manager, ensuring the Sw development team follows the SAFe framework and agile best practices. Leading sprint ceremonies, removing impediments, aligning team priorities with portfolio priorities, securing resources for the development team and ensuring timely delivery of multiple Sw releases per year with expected quality.
Led all testing and verification activities of protein analysis systems for different projects within the SW development team. Contributed to improving the team's way of working and tackling business challenges by leveraging technology and new tools. Responsible for test planning, test design, test execution, follow-up and test reporting, as well as creating, reviewing and approving verification documents in Document Management Systems (MAGIC).
Led all testing and verification activities of TCMS (Train Control & Management System) for different projects by leading a distributed test team. Supported project managers with scope definition, timeline and resources, reviewed and contributed to project plans, managed configuration, participated in CCB meetings, organized system and integration testing, and was responsible for test planning, test design, test execution and test reporting.
Certificates
Certified SAFe® 6 Agilist
Scale Agile, Inc2023
ISTQB Foundation Level certificate in SW Testing
SSTB2018