Florin Popescu
About Florin Popescu
Florin Popescu is an Infra Tech Lead at Drivenets, with extensive experience in software development and network programming. He has held various positions at notable companies including Bitdefender, Ubisoft, and Tellence Technologies, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Network Security at Universitatea „Politehnica” din București.
Current Role at Drivenets
Florin Popescu serves as Infra Tech Lead at Drivenets, a position he has held since 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing infrastructure technology projects and leading technical initiatives within the organization. Drivenets focuses on network solutions, and Florin's role is pivotal in ensuring the effective implementation of these technologies.
Previous Experience at Bitdefender
Florin Popescu worked at Bitdefender from 2008 to 2011 as an Analyst Firewall Programmer and later as a Senior Kernel Developer from 2011 to 2013. During his tenure, he contributed to the development of security solutions, enhancing the company's reputation in cybersecurity. His experience at Bitdefender provided him with a solid foundation in network security.
Career at Ubisoft
Florin Popescu was employed at Ubisoft from 2006 to 2008 as a Network Programmer. He participated in the development of network API frameworks for various games, including Blazing Angels 2, ChessMaster XLA, and TC HAWx. This role allowed him to apply his programming skills in a dynamic gaming environment.
Educational Background
Florin Popescu studied at Universitatea „Politehnica” din București, where he earned a Master in Science in Computer Science from 2007 to 2009. He has been pursuing a Ph.D. in Network Security since 2009. His educational journey began with a focus on computers in high school from 1998 to 2002, followed by a five-year program at the same university from 2002 to 2007.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Florin Popescu possesses a broad range of technical skills, including proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, ASM, and Python. He is experienced with various database systems, including MsSQL 2000, MySQL, MsAccess, and Oracle. Additionally, he is skilled in general-purpose software tools like Matlab, AutoCAD, LaTeX, and SOAP, which support his work in software development and network security.