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Reda Fornera
Project Manager / Product Owner
8105 Regensdorf
Switzerland
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With over 8 years of experience in software development and project management, I drive projects forward through effective planning, communication, and leadership. With expertise in Agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals. Additionally, my experience working in a high-regulated environment has given me a strong understanding of how to navigate complex regulatory requirements and ensure compliance throughout the development process.
Skills
Problem-solving
Leadership
Collaboration
Time Management
Quick learner
Independent
Open minded
Adaptable
Reliable
Disciplined
Responsible
Sociable
Analytical thinking
Languages
Italian:
Native
English
Fluent (C1)
French
Advanced (B2)
Spanish
Advanced (B2)
German
Basic (A2)
Experience
Apr. 2022
- Jul. 2024
Medical Device Engineer Software (Project Manager)
Sequana Medical NV
Zurich ZH
Spearheaded two software application projects, leveraging C# .NET expertise to deliverhigh-quality solutions on time.
Served as the sole Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Software within the company, providingtechnical guidance and support.
Implemented Kanban framework to optimize team workflow and task management.
Conducted code reviews, stand-up meetings, and prioritized backlog tasks to ensureefficient project planning and execution.
Created comprehensive software and cybersecurity documentation for PMA submission(FDA) related to an implantable Class 3 device, ensuring compliance with regulatoryrequirements.
Utilized the V-Model to plan and report on projects, coordinating with other departmentsto meet deliverables.
Managed Change Requests for firmware and software projects, ensuring timely updates todocumentation and minimizing impact on project timelines.
Developed test plans and conducted verification activities to ensure quality and reliabilityof software applications.
Supported Quality and Regulatory departments for documentation and audits, ensuringcompliance with industry standards and regulations.
Collaborated with Manufacturing teams on Work Instructions update/review, promotingeffective communication and process improvement.
May 2021
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Mar. 2022
Embedded Software Engineer
Juice Technology AG
Bachenbulach ZH
Led cross-functional teams, coordinating with external contractors for new feature development, ensuring alignment with project objectives and successful implementation.
Facilitated Scrum ceremonies and planning sessions with external contractors, drivingeffective collaboration, clear communication, and timely delivery of deliverables.
Administered AWS account, including RBAC management via Cognito and utilizingCloudWatch for validation and debugging.
Developed and maintained GitLab instance as an administrator, implementing CI/CDpipelines for streamlined development workflows.
Designed and implemented new features in freeRTOS and ESP-IDF for SAMD and ESP32microcontrollers using C programming language.
Coordinated, developed, and executed system tests, EMC tests, and quality assuranceprocesses to ensure product reliability.
Dec. 2020
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May 2021
Software Engineer / Drone Developer (Fixed-term employment)
Rheinmetall Air Defense
Oerlikon ZH
Led a team of 5 developers as Technical Lead, overseeing project goals, timelines, anddeliverables.
Conducted training sessions and provided guidance on best practices for softwaredevelopment, ensuring high-quality code and efficient workflows.
Coordinated and managed code review sessions, promoting collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and code improvement among team members.
Administered a GitLab instance as an administrator, managing code repositories, CI/CDpipelines, and project visibility.
Set up and maintained Proxmox servers with LXC containers, ensuring efficient resourceallocation and containerized application deployment.
Developed Python applications for drones using ROS2 and Docker, integrating sensors,actuators, and machine learning algorithms.
Maintained and developed Computer Vision applications written in Python and/or C++,applying image processing, object detection, and tracking techniques.
Designed and implemented a software application using C++ BOOST::ASIO and QML,achieving high-performance, concurrent programming, and graphical user interfaces.
Sept. 2019
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Nov. 2020
Software Engineer
IniVation AG
Oerlikon ZH
Actively participated in Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, retrospectives, sprintplanning, and sprint reviews, ensuring team alignment and project delivery.
Coordinated and managed CI/CD pipelines on GitLab, streamlining release processes acrossdifferent operating system releases.
Designed and implemented automated testing using Python's unittest framework, ensuringreliable and efficient test execution.
Developed expertise in managing MySQL instances within AWS, optimizing databaseperformance and scalability.
Spearheaded the development and maintenance of the DV-Software Runtime, a C++-basedruntime environment that enabled seamless integration with various hardware platforms.
Authored new C++ modules utilizing OpenCV2, expanding feature sets and capabilities forexisting applications.
Analyzed performance metrics (SNR, profiling) to optimize module efficiency and overallsystem performance.
Implemented or upgraded existing modules to ensure compatibility with final releaserequirements.
Extended GUI functionality by adding new features to the JavaFX-based interface,enhancing user experience and usability.
Sept. 2016
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Jan. 2019
Component Engineer
Schindler Elettronica SA
Locarno TI
Served as Deputy Team Lead for a team of 5 individuals, overseeing daily operations, taskallocation, and performance monitoring.
Provided hands-on management for shop floor activities up to Level 3, ensuring adherenceto production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers, managing procurement processes for non-standard solutions and components.
Spearheaded the design and development of custom mechanical, electronic, and softwaresolutions to fulfill unique customer requirements.
Contributed to product diversification by creating bespoke products tailored to specificindustry needs.
Streamlined development processes through the implementation of Shell scripting,enhancing efficiency and consistency across projects.
Apr. 2016
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Aug. 2016
Software Engineer (Fixed-term employment)
Laboratorio Cultura Visiva
Trevano TI
Developed backend functionality for a cross-platform web application accessible onAndroid and iOS devices using Python.
Designed and implemented tools for efficient management of PostgreSQL databases inPython, leveraging JSON data structures for seamless data handling.
Created responsive web pages utilizing HTML, ensuring user-friendly interfaces and optimalcross-browser compatibility.
Nov. 2015
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Feb. 2016
Embedded Software Engineer
Fleury SA
Biel BE - Balerna TI
Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative features for ComputerNumerical Control (CNC) machines using Assembler programming language.
Conducted thorough debugging of existing CNC software to ensure optimal performanceand eliminate errors.
Provided exceptional customer service through phone support, addressing queries andconcerns related to CNC software changes and updates.
Offered on-site technical assistance for customers requiring hands-on guidance with CNCsoftware modifications.
Aug. 2015
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Aug. 2015
Electronic Engineer (Fixed-term employment)
IRSOL Istituto di Ricerche Solari
Orselina TI
Conducted an in-depth study of the Boot phase on a SoC (ARM-FPGA) board, with a focuson optimizing its performance and efficiency.
Successfully implemented a custom Linux OS build, tailored to meet the specificrequirements of the SoC board.
Demonstrated expertise in selecting and implementing a suitable Toolchain for futuredevelopment in C, ensuring seamless integration with the existing system architecture.
Feb. 2010
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Aug. 2010
Electrician
Ospedale Regionale di Locarno La Carità
Locarno TI
Provided technical assistance to the Technical Service Department, ensuring timelyresolution of customer inquiries and issues.
Demonstrated hands-on expertise in substitution or repair of defective products, utilizingproblem-solving skills to restore functionality and meet quality standards.
Education
Master of Science
Embedded System
HES-SO
2013
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2015
Bachelor of Science
Electronic engineer
Ecole d’ingénieurs et d’architectures Fribourg
2010
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2013
Federal Certificate of Capacity
Automation
Scuola d’Arti e Mestieri di Bellinzona
2005
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2009
Maturity Certificate
Scuola d’Arti e Mestieri di Bellinzona
2005
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2009
Management Knowledge
Software and OS
OS
Windows
Mac OS X
Ubuntu
Debian
Raspbian
Proxmox
FreeRTOS
Software
Microsoft Office
Visio
Microsoft Project Plan
MarkDown
Normatives and ISO
ISO/IEC 14443 A
ANSI/AAMI/IEC 62304:2006
ANSI/AAMI/ISO 13485:2003
FDA-2021-D-1158
Methodologies
Agile
Scrum
Kanban
V-Model
Projects
2009
Maturity Projects SAMB: Monitoring of Heat Pump operations
Developed a Human Machine Interface (HMI) using LabVIEW to monitor and collect statistical data onheat pump performance, including status monitoring, ignition tracking, shutdown analysis,temperature ON/OFF measurements.
2013
Bachelor’s Project: TrafficTracking
Designed and developed a people-tracking algorithm in MATLAB, enabling real-time monitoring andcounting of individuals crossing a virtual boundary.
2015
Master’s Project: TM2015 NFC Protocol for SmartCubes
Designed and developed a VHDL architecture for FPGA implementation of the ISO/IEC 14443 Acommunications protocol, enabling future integration into an SoC (System-on-Chip) design for variousapplications.
2024
RaryTempo.com
: Technology blog populated with AI content
Designed and deployed a static blog website utilizing the Hexo framework, leveraging a customizedtheme based on a public template. Hosted on a DigitalOcean droplet with NGINX server for enhancedsecurity (DDoS protection through connection limiting and rate control) and HTTPS compliance via Let'sEncrypt with automatic certificate renewal.
2024
RedaFornera.com: Curriculum website
Designed and developed a custom static website from scratch, utilizing Tailwind CSS for layout stylingand vanilla CSS for enhanced flexibility. Hosted on a DigitalOcean droplet with NGINX server forefficient deployment.
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