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Maria Voreakou

Software Engineer | Business Strategist | Entrepreneur

Hello! My name is Maria, and I originate from Greece. I’ve been in the Netherlands since 2018, and as of January 2024, I have embarked on a new journey as the founder of my own freelancer company, Voreakou IT Consulting. Leveraging my expertise, I offer Business Strategy Consulting, Digital Service Provision, and Custom Solution Development to clients, embodying my passion for innovation and continuous learning.

Until October 2023, I worked as a Software Engineer for one of the largest E-commerce companies in the country, bol.com. I belonged to the Advertising domain, specifically focusing on the “sponsored products” product. Our goal was to enhance product success by delivering more relevant and targeted products for both customers and advertisers.

Prior to my tenure at bol.com, I had the opportunity to run my own startup company and was involved in both the Business and IT aspects. The company, named jar.gr, operated as a B2B entity, offering comprehensive custom solutions to businesses. Our main focus was on providing bespoke solutions such as mobile/web applications tailored to our clients’ needs, as well as offering Scrum development teams for outsourced projects.

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At jar.gr, I held diverse roles and responsibilities, typical of a startup environment with limited resources. From a Business perspective, I managed company paperwork and served as an Account Manager, liaising with clients to gather requirements and ensure satisfaction. Additionally, I acted as a Product Owner for two products, overseeing development using native Scrum methodologies.

On the IT front, I primarily served as a backend developer for an extensive game development project called Everland, utilizing .NET technologies based on the MVC pattern. My responsibilities included technical documentation, unit and integration testing, and ensuring code quality for QA approval. This role allowed me to develop a passion for system architecture and the creative process of designing features from scratch.

Education-wise, I hold a BSc from Harokopio University of Athens, where I engaged in various projects using diverse technologies. I’ve worked with Java, databases (MySQL and Oracle SQL), and utilized REST APIs to develop applications with JSON format responses. I’ve also gained experience with Linux, particularly Ubuntu, through various projects related to operating systems.

In addition to my professional pursuits, I am currently pursuing an MPhil with a focus on Sustainable Computing. My research aims to explore the intersection of technology and sustainability, investigating strategies to minimize the environmental impact of computing systems.

As a professional, I possess strong communication and teamwork skills, honed through experience in retail and university studies. I’m analytically minded, creative, and adept at problem-solving, attributes reinforced by my academic and professional background. My time at bol.com taught me to thrive under strict deadlines, fostering a proactive approach and a commitment to project completion.