Overview

As a System Test and Development Engineer at N2 Applied, I played a key role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of sustainable fertilizer technology. My work revolved around testing automation, system validation, and optimizing industrial software solutions for precision agriculture. Through Technogarden, I contributed to cutting-edge developments in nitrogen management, helping reduce chemical fertilizer dependency and supporting sustainable food production.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

1. Automated Testing & Continuous Integration

• Designed and implemented automated testing frameworks using Python and Selenium, ensuring high test coverage for critical system components.
• Integrated automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline (GitLab CI/CD) to streamline software deployment.
• Created test scripts that reduced manual testing time, improving development efficiency.

2. System Reliability & Performance Testing

• Conducted extensive hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulating real-world conditions for industrial nitrogen-processing machines.
• Developed stress-testing protocols to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize system durability.
• Improved sensor accuracy and data processing efficiency, reducing errors in machine calibration.

3. Software & Industrial Process Optimization

• Developed simulation tools for troubleshooting and debugging machinery before real-world deployment, reducing downtime and failure rates.
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, and hardware engineers to align system performance with sustainability goals.

Technologies & Tools Used

• Programming & Scripting: Python, Dash, Rest API, Bash
• Testing & Automation: Selenium, pytest
• CI/CD & DevOps: GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Podman, Git
• Cloud & Data Processing: influxDB, Grafana
• IoT & Hardware Integration: MQTT, Modbus, Iolink, Embedded Linux

Impact & Outcomes

✔️ Reduced manual testing efforts by implementing robust automation solutions, increasing testing efficiency.

✔️ Improved system reliability by proactively identifying and fixing critical software and hardware issues.

✔️ Enhanced sustainability by optimizing nitrogen processing technology, contributing to environmentally friendly agriculture.

Lessons Learned & Future Goals

• The Power of Automation: Implementing end-to-end automated testing drastically improves efficiency and reliability.
• Collaboration in Tech & Sustainability: Bridging software engineering with environmental sustainability is crucial for building the future of smart agriculture.
• Continuous Learning: Staying ahead with new testing methodologies, AI-driven automation, and IoT advancements will shape the next phase of my career.

Next Steps:

Exploring AI-powered testing frameworks to enhance automation coverage. Advocating for sustainable technology solutions in industrial automation. Contributing to open-source testing frameworks to improve software quality at scale.