Pavel Balakshin
About Pavel Balakshin
Pavel Balakshin is a Lead Implementation Engineer with extensive experience in database management and programming. He holds a Master's and Doctorate in Computer Science from Itmo University and has worked in various engineering roles across the United States.
Work at First Line Software
Pavel Balakshin serves as the Lead Implementation Engineer at First Line Software, Inc. since 2015. He is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he has been involved in various engineering projects. His role includes overseeing implementation processes and ensuring the effective integration of software solutions.
Education and Expertise
Pavel Balakshin holds multiple degrees from Itmo University. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Informatics from 2002 to 2006, followed by a Master's degree in the same field from 2006 to 2008. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Doctorate in Computer Science and Philosophy from 2008 to 2015. His academic background supports his extensive knowledge in database management, programming, and software engineering.
Background in Software Engineering
Pavel Balakshin has a diverse background in software engineering, having worked in various roles across different companies. He began his career at Kanda Software as a Software Engineer from 2005 to 2007. He later held positions at Enkata as a Technician Lead and Application Engineer from 2010 to 2015 and at Openspan as a Solution Engineer from 2015 to 2016. His experience spans multiple programming languages and development tools.
Teaching Experience at Itmo University
Since 2017, Pavel Balakshin has been a Part-time Associate Professor at Itmo University. He previously worked as a Part-time Assistant from 2011 to 2017. In his teaching role, he contributes to the education of students in computer science and related fields, leveraging his extensive industry experience to inform his instruction.
Technical Skills and Tools
Pavel Balakshin possesses a wide range of technical skills. He is proficient in database management with MS SQL Server and has programming expertise in languages such as C#, Java, and Python. He utilizes collaboration tools like TrackGear and Jira for project management and has experience with version control systems including Git and Subversion. His knowledge of development tools such as IntelliJIDEA and TeamCity further enhances his capabilities in software development.