👤 Elena Kovač
About
Research scientist transitioning to software engineering with a focus on backend development and infrastructure. Leveraging analytical background to build robust software systems and automate deployment processes. Experienced in Python, Linux system administration, and containerization technologies.
Experience
Trainee Software Engineer
CodeYourFuture · Full-time
Sep 2023 - Present · 4 mos
Manchester, United Kingdom · Hybrid- Developing backend services using Python and PostgreSQL
- Implementing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions
- Building and deploying containerized applications with Docker
- Contributing to open-source projects focused on infrastructure automation
- Skills: Python, Linux, Docker, Jenkins, PostgreSQL
Research Scientist
Zagreb Institute of Chemistry · Full-time
Sep 2015 - Jun 2023 · 7 yrs 10 mos
Zagreb, Croatia · On-site- Developed automated data analysis pipelines using Python
- Maintained laboratory information management systems
- Implemented automated testing protocols for analytical instruments
- Collaborated with IT department on systems integration projects
- Skills: Python, Data Analysis, System Integration, Laboratory Automation
Education
CodeYourFuture
Software Engineering Program
2023 - 2024University of Zagreb
PhD in Chemistry
2012 - 2015
Thesis: “Automated Methods in Trace Metal Analysis”University of Zagreb
Master of Science in Chemistry
2007 - 2012
Certifications
- Linux Foundation System Administrator (LFCS)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
Languages
- English - Professional Working
- Croatian - Native Speaker
- German - Limited Working