Balázs Szántó
About Balázs Szántó
Balázs Szántó is a Senior Software Engineer at DuckDuckGo, where he has worked since 2021. He previously held various positions at Prezi, including Tech Lead and Senior Software Engineer, and has a strong academic background in Computer and Information Sciences.
Work at DuckDuckGo
Balázs Szántó has been employed at DuckDuckGo as a Senior Software Engineer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development and enhancement of the company's privacy-focused search engine. His expertise in software engineering supports DuckDuckGo's mission to provide users with a secure and anonymous online experience.
Previous Experience at Prezi
Before joining DuckDuckGo, Balázs Szántó worked at Prezi for several years in various capacities. He served as a Tech Lead from 2017 to 2021, overseeing technical projects and guiding software development teams. Prior to that, he held positions as a Software Engineer and a Staff Software Engineer, gaining extensive experience in software development and team leadership.
Educational Background
Balázs Szántó studied at Óbuda University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer and Information Sciences from 2008 to 2012. He also attended Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena for a year, focusing on Informatics. Additionally, he is pursuing a Master of Science (MSc) in Image Processing at Óbuda University, which he began in 2012.
Early Career and Academic Roles
In the early stages of his career, Balázs Szántó worked as a Department Engineer at Óbuda University from 2011 to 2013. This role involved supporting academic programs and contributing to the educational environment in the field of informatics.