Andrius Markvaldas
About Andrius Markvaldas
Andrius Markvaldas is a Principal ATS Presales Engineer at Yugabyte, where he advises customers on complex problems related to YugabyteDB. With a diverse background in engineering and database administration, he has held various roles across multiple companies, including Micro Focus and FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation.
Current Role at Yugabyte
Andrius Markvaldas serves as the Principal ATS Presales Engineer at Yugabyte since 2021. In this role, he acts as a trusted advisor throughout the customer lifecycle, helping clients address complex challenges using YugabyteDB. He leads product demonstrations and aligns the database solutions with customer objectives, managing the Proof Of Value process. His responsibilities also include presenting at conferences and contributing to marketing content, enhancing the visibility and understanding of Yugabyte's offerings.
Previous Experience in Database Administration
Markvaldas has a significant background in database administration, having worked at various organizations. He was a Senior Database Administrator at Goldenberg Hehmeyer LLP from 2002 to 2006. He also held the position of Database Administrator at Morningstar Inc from 2006 to 2007. His expertise in database management was further developed during his tenure as a Senior Lead Database Administrator at Arthur Andersen & Co. from 1999 to 2002, and as a Technical Consultant at McKesson HBOC from 1998 to 1999.
Experience in Solution Engineering and Architecture
Markvaldas has extensive experience in solution engineering and architecture. He worked at Micro Focus in various roles, including Pre-Sales Engineer and Solution Architect from 2014 to 2020, and as a Technical Account Manager from 2012 to 2014. He also served as Field Chief Technologist at Micro Focus for nine months in 2020. Additionally, he was a Senior Solution Engineer at Snowflake for six months in 2021, where he contributed to client solutions and technical support.
Educational Background
Markvaldas holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Economics from the University of Minnesota from 1989 to 1993. He later pursued a Master of Science in Distributed Systems at DePaul University from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in Predictive Analytics at Northwestern University from 2012 to 2019. He also attended Dale Carnegie, where he achieved Skills for Success in 2011.
Expertise in Data Systems and Trading Strategies
Markvaldas possesses extensive experience in engineering large-scale multi-petabyte data systems, focusing on high-performance requirements. He has been involved in quantitative strategies trading groups, emphasizing data gathering, modeling, and executing high-frequency trades. His ability to design innovative solutions stems from a deep understanding of both business and technical requirements, allowing him to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.