Dr. Markus Forster
About Dr. Markus Forster
Dr. Markus Forster is a Senior Software Engineer at MediaMarktSaturn, with a robust background in data analysis and software engineering. He has held various roles in data science and engineering, including positions at KYC3.com, Peer Mountain, and farmerJoe, and has advanced academic qualifications in computer science.
Work at MediaMarktSaturn
Dr. Markus Forster has been employed as a Senior Software Engineer at MediaMarktSaturn since 2022. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in software engineering to contribute to the company's technology initiatives. MediaMarktSaturn is a leading electronics retailer in Europe, and Forster's expertise plays a significant role in enhancing the company's software solutions.
Previous Experience at KYC3.com
Before joining MediaMarktSaturn, Dr. Forster served as the Chief Technology Officer at KYC3.com from 2016 to 2019. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing the technological direction of the company while based in Luxembourg. His leadership contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field of technology.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Forster holds a Diplom Informatiker (FH) in Applied Computer Science from Hochschule Trier, which he completed from 2000 to 2005. He further advanced his education at the University of Luxembourg, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Information and Computer Sciences from 2009 to 2011, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science from 2011 to 2015. His academic background supports his strong expertise in data analysis, simulation, and modeling.
Career in Data Science
Dr. Forster has held various roles in data science, showcasing a robust career in this field. He worked as a Data Scientist at Peer Mountain from 2017 to 2019 and later as Principal Data Scientist at farmerJoe from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he served as Principal Data Scientist at KNEIP from 2019 to 2020. His experience includes defining and implementing data governance within a data mesh environment.
Diverse Skill Set in Data Management
Throughout his career, Dr. Forster has worked in various capacities, including Data Engineer and Platform Architect. His diverse skill set encompasses data management and architecture, which are essential for modern data-driven organizations. This breadth of experience allows him to effectively address complex data challenges across different industries.