Alex Karounas
About Alex Karounas
Alex Karounas is a Delivery Manager at Backbase with over 22 years of experience in IT delivery management, focusing on software development and infrastructure projects for financial institutions. He previously held roles at NICE Actimize and Pines S.A., where he contributed to team building and project management.
Current Role at Backbase
Alex Karounas serves as a Delivery Manager at Backbase, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads multiple delivery programs in the US West region, ensuring successful project execution. He engages in last-mile collaboration with sales and client teams to align delivery expectations and facilitate smooth project handovers. His responsibilities include creating delivery programs using Agile or Waterfall methodologies and acting as an escalation contact for project issues.
Previous Experience at NICE Actimize
Prior to his current role, Alex worked at NICE Actimize as a Technical Account Manager - Analytics from 2019 to 2021 in the Greater Atlanta Area. In this position, he was responsible for managing technical accounts and providing analytics solutions. His experience at NICE Actimize contributed to his extensive background in IT delivery management.
Professional Background at Pines S.A.
Alex Karounas spent nearly two decades at Pines S.A., where he held multiple roles from 2000 to 2019. He began as a Nice Field Engineer and progressed to become a Professional Services Manager and Platform Division Project Manager. His tenure at Pines S.A. provided him with significant experience in managing projects and teams, particularly in the technology sector.
Education and Technical Qualifications
Alex studied at the Estonia Tallinn School 64 from 1984 to 1993. He later attended Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, where he achieved a Higher Technician Programming degree in Information Technology from 1997 to 2001. Additionally, he completed his education at Industrial Technical High School EET n1, earning a Telecommunications Electronics Technician qualification from 1993 to 1996. His educational background supports his extensive experience in IT and project management.
Language Proficiency and Personal Interests
Alex is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and clients. Outside of his professional life, he has a personal interest in auto mechanics, auto electronics, smart home automation, and CCTV systems. These interests reflect his technical aptitude and engagement with technology beyond his work.