Igor Hercowitz
About Igor Hercowitz
Igor Hercowitz is a Senior Java Software Engineer with extensive experience in backend development and functional programming across various operating systems. He has worked for several companies, including SICPA, Altran, and currently Kantox, and holds degrees in Information Technology and an MBA in Software Engineering.
Work at Kantox
Igor Hercowitz has been employed at Kantox as a Senior Java Software Engineer since 2021. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in backend development and functional programming to enhance the company's software solutions. He contributes to the development and optimization of financial technology products, utilizing his skills in various programming languages and frameworks.
Current Role at Natixis
In addition to his position at Kantox, Igor Hercowitz has been working at Natixis since 2019 as a Software Architect and Senior Software Engineer Technical Lead. His responsibilities include overseeing software development projects and ensuring adherence to agile practices. His focus on software quality is integral to the success of the projects he leads in Porto e Região, Portugal.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Igor Hercowitz has a diverse background in software development, having worked at several companies prior to his current roles. He served as a Java Engineer and Tech Lead at SICPA from 2008 to 2015 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He also held positions as a Senior Developer at HE:labs and LeadWise in 2016 and 2017, respectively. His experience includes a year as a Senior Java Software Engineer at Altran in Gaia, Porto, Portugal.
Education and Expertise
Igor Hercowitz holds a Tecnólogo em gestão de Redes de Computadores from Universidade Gama Filho, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. He furthered his education with an MBA in Software Engineering from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, achieved between 2005 and 2007. His academic background supports his expertise in software quality, functional programming, and agile methodologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Igor Hercowitz possesses strong technical skills in various programming environments and tools. He is experienced with multiple operating systems, including Linux, Unix, and Windows. His proficiency extends to databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB. Additionally, he has expertise in using Docker and Kubernetes, which enhances his capabilities in DevOps practices.