Alexandru Petenchea
About Alexandru Petenchea
Alexandru Petenchea is a Software Engineer at ArangoDB, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in machine learning and threat analysis, particularly for Android applications, and has a strong background in cybersecurity and reverse engineering.
Work at ArangoDB
Alexandru Petenchea has been employed at ArangoDB as a Software Engineer since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for developing and maintaining the distributed graph database known as ArangoDB. He plays a crucial part in maintaining its ecosystem and ensuring that the Python driver for ArangoDB operates efficiently, facilitating seamless integration and optimal performance.
Education and Expertise
Alexandru Petenchea studied at Politehnica University Timisoara, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from 2015 to 2019. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in machine learning and threat analysis, particularly in relation to Android applications. He has a strong background in reverse engineering and cybersecurity, having shifted his focus from algorithms and data structures during his high school education.
Professional Background
Before joining ArangoDB, Alexandru Petenchea worked at Nokia as a Software Developer for nine months in Timișoara, Romania, from 2015 to 2016. He then transitioned to Bitdefender, where he held multiple roles, including Malware Researcher from 2017 to 2019 and Team Lead of the Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Bitdefender involved significant contributions to cybersecurity initiatives.
Involvement in Educational Projects
Alexandru Petenchea is actively involved in educational projects aimed at students, focusing on cybersecurity and programming. His commitment to education reflects his dedication to fostering knowledge and skills in the next generation of technology professionals.