Alex Dounets
About Alex Dounets
Alex Dounets is a Senior DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in systems administration and network management. He has worked for notable companies such as Google, IMAX, and Loblaw Digital, and has a background in biochemistry from the University of Guelph.
Work at Index Exchange
Alex Dounets has been employed at Index Exchange as a Senior DevOps Engineer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing operational processes and enhancing system reliability. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining infrastructure, ensuring efficient deployment processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve system performance.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before joining Index Exchange, Alex Dounets held several positions in the technology sector. He worked at Loblaw Digital as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer from 2016 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as a DevOps Engineer at shomi™ from 2014 to 2016. His earlier roles include Systems Administrator at IMAX and Systems and Network Administrator at KANETIX, showcasing a diverse background in systems management and operations.
Education and Expertise
Alex Dounets earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Biochemistry from the University of Guelph, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. His educational background is complemented by practical experience in scripting with bash and MySQL, along with a foundational knowledge of HTML. This combination of education and technical skills supports his role in DevOps and systems engineering.
Technical Skills and Projects
Alex Dounets is proficient in various technical areas, including scripting, monitoring systems, and data security. He has experience with monitoring tools such as Nagios and Zenoss, and has worked with Cisco VPN and SAN storage solutions. Notably, he developed models for securing and erasing sensitive data on production hard drives, demonstrating his commitment to data security and operational efficiency.
Background in Laboratory Assistance
During his time at the University of Guelph, Alex Dounets worked as a Laboratory Assistant from 2004 to 2006. In this role, he contributed to research projects and assisted in laboratory operations, which provided him with foundational skills in scientific methodologies and project assessment.