Stephen Thomas Email & Phone Number

Troy, MI, US

• Project Manager/Scrum Master
• Led multiple agile teams in delivering software projects using Scrum and Kanban methodologies
• Developed and maintained detailed project plans, including schedules, and resource allocation
• Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Collaborated with PO's to define and prioritize product backlogs, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Conducted regular risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure project success and adherence to timelines.

• Led a team of 20+ test engineers and executed robust testing strategies for advanced infotainment systems & Telematics such as in-vehicle apps, AM, FM, SXM, Bluetooth, Smartphone Projection, USB, Navi, Camera, Google.
• Key Contributor from Global Validation space in delivering 100 Certification in 100 Days Challenge
• Assisted in the design of security protocols for OnStar back-office operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Collaborate with product teams to secure OnStar back-office applications, enhancing user data protection and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Developed and managed test plans, test cases, and test scripts, software updates, hardware setup ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Experienced with serial communication protocol CAN and used tools like DPS, OCC SIM, ATT Tool, V-Spy and Neo-Vi tool for validation

Tamil Nadu, India

• Led and managed a team of 6 QA engineers, providing mentorship, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive test strategies and plans for various projects, ensuring thorough coverage.
• Conducted thorough testing of web applications, focusing on functionality, compatibility, and usability across various browsers and devices.
• Participated in daily stand-ups and project meetings, providing updates on testing progress and issues.
• Acted as the primary liaison between QA, development, and business analyst teams, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to address issues, and align on project objectives.
• Generated and presented test reports, including test execution results, defect metrics, and risk assessments, to stakeholders.