Jakub Burghardt
About Jakub Burghardt
Jakub Burghardt is a Senior Software Engineer at CAST AI, specializing in cloud cost reduction since 2023. He has a background in software development from IBM and has co-founded Volunteering Events in Portugal.
Work at CAST AI
Jakub Burghardt has been employed at CAST AI as a Senior Software Engineer since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the company's mission of optimizing cloud costs through innovative software solutions. His position involves leveraging his technical skills to enhance operational efficiency and deliver business value.
Education and Expertise
Jakub Burghardt studied at AGH University of Krakow, where he earned a degree in Elektronika i telekomunikacja, achieving the title of Inżynier (Inż.) from 2017 to 2021. His educational background provides a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his software engineering career. He has a strong interest in programming languages such as Golang and Rust, as well as software architecture and microservices.
Professional Background
Before joining CAST AI, Jakub Burghardt worked at several notable companies. He served as a Software Developer at IBM from 2020 to 2021 and as a Software Engineer at Nobl9 from 2021 to 2022. He then transitioned to a Senior Software Engineer role at Picnic, where he worked from 2022 to 2023. His diverse experience in software development has equipped him with a broad skill set in modern programming methodologies.
Volunteering Initiatives
In addition to his professional work, Jakub Burghardt co-founded Volunteering Events in 2024, based in Lagos, Faro, Portugal. This initiative focuses on organizing events that promote community engagement and volunteerism. His involvement reflects his commitment to contributing positively to society.
Interests in Software Engineering
Jakub Burghardt has a keen interest in various aspects of software engineering. He is particularly drawn to modern programming languages and methodologies, including Behaviour-Driven Development. His background in DevOps culture emphasizes the importance of quality and operational efficiency in software development.