Sergei Grinev
About Sergei Grinev
Sergei Grinev is a Senior Engineering Manager and Managing Director of the Estonia R&D Center at Azul, with over 25 years of experience in software development and leadership, particularly in the OpenJDK ecosystem.
Current Role at Azul
Sergei Grinev serves as the Senior Engineering Manager and Managing Director of the Estonia R&D Center at Azul. He has held this position since 2023, operating from Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia. In this role, he oversees engineering initiatives and contributes to the strategic direction of the research and development center.
Previous Experience at Azul
Prior to his current role, Sergei Grinev worked at Azul in various capacities. He was a Principal Software Engineer from 2013 to 2020, where he focused on software development within the OpenJDK ecosystem. He also served as Engineering Manager in Test from 2020 to 2023, emphasizing test development and automation.
Career Background in Software Development
Sergei Grinev has over 25 years of experience in software development, quality assurance, and leadership. His career includes significant roles at several prominent companies. He worked at Oracle Corporation as a Senior Software Engineer from 2010 to 2013 and at Sun Microsystems as a Member of the Technical Staff from 2004 to 2009. He began his career as a Junior Software Developer at Lanit-Tercom from 1999 to 2001.
Education and Expertise
Sergei Grinev earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from Saint Petersburg State University, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. His expertise encompasses release processes, project management, the Java stack, test development and automation, continuous integration, tutoring, and technical leadership.
Notable Achievements in Software Engineering
Throughout his career, Sergei Grinev has built a release process from scratch and successfully elevated a product to global recognition. His extensive experience in the OpenJDK ecosystem has contributed to his reputation as a knowledgeable leader in software development and quality assurance.