Orestis Korakitis
About Orestis Korakitis
Orestis Korakitis is a Research Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Master's degree in High Performance Computing from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens.
Work at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Orestis Korakitis has been employed as a Research Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center since 2018. In this role, he contributes to various research projects and initiatives within the center, leveraging his expertise in high-performance computing. His work supports advancements in computational science and technology, benefiting both academic and industrial sectors.
Previous Experience at Oxygen Broadband
Before joining the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, Orestis Korakitis worked as an Embedded Systems Engineer at Oxygen Broadband from 2016 to 2018. During his two-year tenure in Athens, Greece, he focused on developing and optimizing embedded systems, enhancing the company's technological capabilities in broadband services.
Educational Background in Engineering
Orestis Korakitis holds a Master’s Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, where he studied from 2005 to 2013. He further pursued a Master of Science in High Performance Computing at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya from 2018 to 2020. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and advanced computing techniques.
Early Career as Software Developer
In 2011, Orestis Korakitis briefly worked as a Software Developer at HMCS (NTUA) for two months. This early experience contributed to his skill set in software development, laying the groundwork for his future roles in engineering and research.
High School Education at American College of Greece
Orestis Korakitis completed his high school education at the American College of Greece from 1999 to 2005. This foundational education equipped him with essential skills and knowledge that supported his later academic and professional pursuits.