Lead Software Engineer | Natera Inc. | Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Alexander Golovnya is a prominent Software Engineer and Tech Leader specializing in high-performance backend development and system integration.

Currently serving as a Lead Software Engineer at Natera Inc., Alexander plays a vital role in designing and implementing cutting-edge architectural solutions, streamlining backend processes vital for processing millions of DNA tests to detect early signs of cancer and various health diseases.

An active participant in the IT community, Alexander has published articles on backend development best practices, received awards in national competitions like “IT Start” and “MEPI Digital Hackathon” in Russia, and served as an expert and judge in international contests. He’s also lectured and mentored at premier Russian educational centers like the Academy of Information Systems and Innopolis University.

Alexander’s expertise in technologies like Java, Spring Framework, and Apache Kafka, combined with experience in managing cloud applications and building scalable corporate systems, sets him apart. His substantial roles in the financial, telecom, and healthcare sectors in countries such as the USA, Canada, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and others underscore his status among a select group of internationally respected experts in the industry.

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