Alex Shakhnovich
About Alex Shakhnovich
Alex Shakhnovich is a Partner and Senior Director of Commerce & Digital Innovations at Forte Group, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in ATG development and holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science from Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics.
Work at Forte Group
Alex Shakhnovich has been with Forte Group since 2018, serving as Partner and Senior Director of Commerce & Digital Innovations. In this role, he leads initiatives focused on enhancing digital commerce strategies and innovations. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior ATG Developer and Technical Lead at Forte Group since 2010. His dual roles reflect his extensive experience and commitment to advancing digital solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience at EPAM Systems
Before joining Forte Group, Alex Shakhnovich worked at EPAM Systems from 2006 to 2010. He held positions as an ATG Developer and Senior ATG Developer during his four-year tenure in Minsk, Belarus. His work involved developing and implementing ATG solutions, contributing to his foundational knowledge in the field.
Education and Expertise
Alex Shakhnovich earned a Master's Degree in Computer Science from the Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He has pursued extensive training in ATG applications since 2006, covering areas such as ATG Content Administration, Commerce Applications, and establishing ATG Applications on JBoss. His expertise includes advanced skills in J2EE technologies and open-source frameworks like Spring, Struts, and Hibernate.
Technical Skills and Experience
Alex possesses advanced skills in J2EE and associated technologies, including JBoss, Servlet, JSP, Web Services, JavaScript, and JUnit. He has hands-on experience with various ATG products, such as Endeca, Service Center, and Campaign Optimizer. Additionally, he has solid experience in relational database management, utilizing Oracle DB, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. His technical proficiency supports his role in driving digital innovations.
Mentoring and Communication Skills
Alex Shakhnovich has extensive mentoring experience, showcasing his ability to guide and support team members. He is recognized for his highly motivated and hardworking personality. His excellent communication and interpersonal skills enable him to collaborate effectively with business analysts, project managers, and cross-functional teams, contributing to successful project outcomes.