Alena Varkočková
About Alena Varkočková
Alena Varkočková is a Software Engineer at Redpanda Data, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in software development, having previously held positions at Mesosphere and Avast Software, and possesses a strong interest in functional programming and distributed systems.
Work at Redpanda Data
Alena Varkočková has been employed at Redpanda Data as a Software Engineer since 2021. In her role, she contributes to the development and enhancement of data streaming solutions. Her expertise in distributed systems and functional programming supports her work on complex software projects within the company.
Previous Experience at Mesosphere
Before joining Redpanda Data, Alena worked at Mesosphere as a Senior Software Engineer from 2017 to 2021. During her four years at Mesosphere, she focused on developing software solutions that facilitate the management of distributed applications, leveraging her skills in software engineering.
Career at Avast Software
Alena Varkočková spent several years at Avast Software, where she held multiple positions. She served as a Software Development Manager from 2016 to 2017 and as a Senior Software Developer from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she began her tenure at Avast as a Malware Analyst from 2010 to 2012. Her diverse roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of software development and security.
Education and Expertise
Alena studied Software Engineering at Czech Technical University in Prague, earning her Bachelor’s degree (Bc.) from 2008 to 2011. She has a strong passion for functional programming, particularly with Scala, and actively utilizes Docker in her engineering practices. Her expertise also includes continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI & CD) processes, enhancing her effectiveness in software development.