My first job was with the family business in the oil and gas sector, where I worked on refinery projects. Since high school, I knew I would work there, and although I was passionate about programming, I pursued a career as a mechanical engineer. Here, I worked as an engineer and also held various leadership positions.
I gained hands-on fieldwork experience and learned how to manage and work effectively with people. Unfortunately, the economic crisis of 2008-2009 significantly impacted our company, putting me in the difficult position of having to shut down the family business in 2015, when we had about 250 employees. That was a moment when, once again, I had a lot to learn.
I began working with Lugera during a period when they were actively seeking engineers for specific recruitment projects. I somehow restarted myself there and had some fantastic experiences as a recruiter. Coming from an engineering background, I was very curious about the technical work those people were doing. I formed strong connections with developers and technical personnel and learned a great deal about technology and IT concepts through recruitment. From there, I moved to Total Soft, where I continued in a recruitment role.
What I'm most proud of is that I followed my own convictions and made a pivotal professional shift. It was a relay moment, both for my family and for my personal decisions. I chose to trust my instincts, pursuing a path that provided both personal satisfaction and financial security for my family.
I've always had a strong passion for anything technical, especially mechanics and automobiles. Even in college, my favorite professor would often tease me for spending more time at a very good friend's auto workshop than at his labs. This friend happens to be a talented hill climb racing Romanian driver. Following this sport has become a passion of mine. Unfortunately, competing in rally and hill climb races myself, even just as an amateur, remains a distant dream on my list. However, that's my closest passion. As for daily hobbies, I love tinkering and building things. Right now, I'm working on a treehouse for my daughters at home. I also have an immense love for nature.
I recall a memory related to the first project I had here, right in my first month of activity. I was tasked with developing a bot integrated with an ERP system for this client and presenting it as a demo. Andreea entrusted me with managing the presentation on my own.
The memory of that evening, when nothing worked until 6 o'clock, is unforgettable. I worked until midnight, and in the end, the bot worked perfectly. This demo was a success and represented a crucial moment for me, proving to myself that I could handle these kinds of technical challenges, that I do belong here, and I have the trust I needed to grow. It was a memorable start that marked the beginning of continuous growth within the company.
The best advice came from my father, whose example I instinctively followed: "If you must do something, do it as well as you can, be honest and kind to those around you". And yes, I believe that has helped me a lot.
Joining DRUID is about being part of a place where we create based on beliefs we hold dear. It's not just another app or another product. This is a team that maintains the vibrant buzz of a young swarm of bees at the start of a journey, discovering a nectar that remains uniquely delightful. One can find many awesome colleagues here. Support is always available when asked for, even if sometimes it arrives a bit late, but there's a great sense of camaraderie. At DRUID, if you're inclined, there's substantial professional growth waiting for you.