Hirjete Irina is a software developer at Thales since August 2023, with prior experience as a junior Java developer at EveryMatrix Ltd from September 2020 to August 2023 and as a junior Java developer trainee at Devmind from July 2019 to September 2020, where knowledge in Java core, API, object-oriented programming, algorithms, collections, and data structures was acquired. Hirjete also has a background in the iGaming industry, having served as a service manager and game presenter at Evolution Gaming from August 2017 to September 2020. Additionally, a significant period was spent as a professional rugby player with Rugby Romania from June 2011 to June 2016, including serving as captain of the national team. Educational qualifications include a master's degree in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching from Babes-Bolyai University and training as a junior backend developer at Devmind.