Alexander Golovnya

Staff Software Engineer specializing in system integration, architecture, and high-performance backend development with a strong focus on the Java ecosystem.

I have extensive experience in finance, telecom, and healthcare, working on large-scale software engineering projects across the USA, Canada, Russia, and multiple countries in Europe and Central Asia. Most recently, I’ve been at Natera Inc., one of the global leaders in cell-free DNA testing within the fields of oncology, women’s health, and organ health, building scalable and mission-critical systems.

I’m passionate about technical education and mentorship. I write articles, and conduct technical courses and lectures on software architecture, system integration, and backend development. I also mentor both students and experienced engineers and consult companies on software engineering best practices.

I participate in hackathons and technical competitions and serve as a judge and expert for various international awards, including the Globee Cybersecurity, Business, and Leadership Awards, Codenrock Optimize & Organize Challenge Hackathon, Techground Hackathon, and CX World Awards. Previously, I mentored students at Innopolis University and lectured at the Academy of Information Systems, where I trained employees of leading Russian banks and consulting firms.

Additionally, I’m a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Association of Engineers, and the International Association of Honored Developers. Passionate about open source, I believe in knowledge-sharing to drive innovations and advance the software engineering community.