Pranas žiaukas
About Pranas žiaukas
Pranas Žiaukas is a Senior Analytics Engineer with extensive experience in data visualization and customer relationship management. He has a strong academic background in Mathematics and has held various engineering roles across multiple companies, contributing to team development and technical integration projects.
Current Role at Balena
Pranas žiaukas serves as a Senior Analytics Engineer at Balena, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing data analytics and visualization capabilities within the organization. He has led the company-wide adoption of Apache Superset, which has significantly improved data visualization processes. His contributions aim to streamline decision-making through better data insights.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current role, Pranas žiaukas worked in various software development positions. He was a Software Developer at Present Connection for six months in 2015, where he contributed to software solutions in Lithuania. He then worked as a Software Engineer at E-Bros for ten months in 2016, focusing on software development in Lithuania and Finland. His experience includes technical integration of HubSpot CRM, which improved customer relationship management processes.
Educational Background
Pranas žiaukas has a strong academic background in Mathematics. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from Kaunas University of Technology, studying from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education with two Master of Science (M.Sc.) degrees, one from Lund University in 2015 and another from Kaunas University of Technology, which he completed in 2016. His educational journey laid a solid foundation for his career in analytics and software engineering.
Research and Early Career
Before transitioning fully into software engineering, Pranas žiaukas gained valuable experience in research roles. He worked as a Junior Research Fellow at the Research Council of Lithuania from 2013 to 2015 and as a Student Research Fellow at Kaunas University of Technology from 2013 to 2016. These positions allowed him to develop analytical skills and contribute to academic projects while still pursuing his studies.
Team Leadership and Hiring
In addition to his technical skills, Pranas žiaukas has demonstrated leadership capabilities by interviewing and hiring over five engineers. This involvement has contributed to team growth and development, showcasing his commitment to building strong teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.