Eleftherios Manousakis

Software Engineer | PhD in Operations Research
Athens, GR.

About

Highly accomplished Software Engineer and PhD in Operations Research, leveraging a unique blend of expertise in quantitative decision-making, advanced optimization, machine learning, and scalable software development. With a proven track record in developing high-performance models and innovative algorithms using C#, Python, and Julia, Eleftherios excels at translating complex mathematical challenges into robust, production-ready solutions. As an Adjunct Professor and Postdoc Researcher, he has significantly contributed to academic literature with nine high-level publications and over 340 citations, while also mentoring future talent and securing research funding.

Work

Athens University of Economics and Business
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Adjunct Professor | Operations Research & Computational Intelligence

Athens, Attiki, Greece

Summary

Instructs an advanced undergraduate course on Operations Research and Decision Systems, equipping students with cutting-edge optimization techniques and practical application skills.

Highlights

Designed and delivered an advanced undergraduate course in Operations Research and Computational Intelligence, covering metaheuristic algorithms, mathematical programming (Gurobi), and project-based learning.

Mentored students in developing expertise in problem modeling, algorithm implementation, and critical analysis of complex computational problems through practical projects.

Integrated Python implementation and software engineering connections into the curriculum, preparing students for real-world industrial applications.

Kaizen Gaming
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Software Engineer

Athens, Attiki, Greece

Summary

Leads the development and optimization of high-performance sports models using C#, designing scalable software solutions, and contributing to the full software development lifecycle.

Highlights

Developed and optimized high-performance sports models using C#, significantly enhancing accuracy and operational efficiency.

Implemented continuous optimization strategies for existing models, improving real-time performance and resource utilization across systems.

Designed and built scalable software solutions for data ingestion, model execution, and result dissemination, ensuring robust system architecture.

Collaborated closely with quantitative analysts to translate complex mathematical models into production-ready C# code, bridging research and application.

Contributed across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and architecture to testing and deployment of critical model components.

Management Science Laboratory (MSL), Athens University of Economics and Business
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Postdoc Researcher

Greece

Summary

Conducts advanced research in optimization algorithms for complex routing and supply chain problems, securing funding, and mentoring students.

Highlights

Formulated complex mathematical programming models and developed heuristic/exact optimization algorithms using C#, Python, Julia, Gurobi, and CPLEX for routing and supply chain problems.

Conducted original research, resulting in multiple publications and presentations disseminating findings to academic and industrial audiences.

Identified funding sources and prepared successful research proposals, securing grants for ongoing projects.

Mentored numerous undergraduate students, guiding them through thesis and research projects, fostering next-generation talent.

Kaizen Gaming
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Junior Software Engineer

Athens, Attiki, Greece

Summary

Supported the development and optimization of sports models, gaining foundational experience in software development and optimization strategies within a high-performance environment.

Highlights

Assisted in the development and optimization of high-performance sports models, contributing to initial phases of accuracy and efficiency improvements.

Supported the implementation of optimization strategies, learning to improve real-time performance and resource utilization.

Contributed to the design and building of scalable software solutions, focusing on data ingestion and model execution components.

Collaborated with senior engineers and quantitative analysts to translate mathematical models into functional code.

Greek Army
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Analyst - Programmer

Greece

Summary

Managed daily reporting, maintained system documentation, and provided administrative support, ensuring efficient operations within the Greek Army.

Highlights

Streamlined daily report generation, improving data accuracy and timeliness for operational decision-making.

Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation and manuals for systems and processes, enhancing clarity and operational efficiency.

Managed and updated critical staff information records, ensuring data integrity and facilitating HR functions.

Provided essential administrative support, including managing time off requests, contributing to smooth team operations.

Athens University of Economics and Business
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Researcher - PhD Candidate

Greece

Summary

Conducted doctoral research focused on developing advanced optimization methods for complex problems in transportation and logistics management.

Highlights

Successfully completed PhD thesis on "Optimization Methods for Combined Problems in Transportation and Logistics Management," demonstrating deep expertise in the field.

Developed novel mathematical models and algorithms to address critical challenges in transportation and logistics, contributing to academic literature.

Published research findings in high-level journals and presented at national and international conferences, accumulating over 340 citations.

Transportation Systems and Logistics Laboratory (TRANSLOG)
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Researcher

Athens, Greece

Summary

Designed and implemented mathematical models and algorithms for airport slot allocation and contributed to emergency response routing projects.

Highlights

Designed and implemented mathematical models and algorithms for the Slot Allocation Problem in congested airports using Java and ILOG CPLEX Solver.

Conducted requirement analysis and current model mapping for emergency response routing for an international company, enhancing operational preparedness.

Department of Management Science and Technology - Athens University of Economics and Business
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Tutor

Athens, Greece

Summary

Conducted weekly review lectures for Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, achieving high student satisfaction ratings.

Highlights

Delivered weekly review lectures for Microeconomics (1st semester) and Macroeconomics (2nd semester) for the 2013-2014 class.

Achieved exceptional student evaluation scores of 4.36/5 in Microeconomics and 4.6/5 in Macroeconomics, demonstrating effective teaching.

Hellenic Ministry of Development and Competitiveness
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Research Assistant

Athens, Greece

Summary

Developed an econometric research project for the General Secretariat of Commerce, analyzing factors influencing price evolution and identifying monopolistic practices.

Highlights

Developed an econometric research project involving data cleaning, manipulation, and multiple-multivariate regression analysis for the General Secretariat of Commerce (GGE).

Analyzed factors determining the price evolution of condensed milk, providing data-driven insights to the Economic Analysis Unit.

Identified economic zones and monopolistic practices, proposing remedial actions to the General Secretariat of Commerce.

Education

Athens University of Economics and Business
Athens, Attiki, Greece

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Operations Research

The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

MSc

Computer Science, Machine Learning

Athens University of Economics and Business
Athens, Attiki, Greece

Bachelor (B.Sc.)

Management Science and Technology, Operational Research

Awards

Academic Excellence Scholarship

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National Exams Scholarship

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Law and Artificial Intelligence Hackathon

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Publications

The vehicle routing problem with capacitated cross-docking

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Exploring horizontal collaboration in home delivery operations: A case of Greek grocery retailers

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Modeling and solving a bi-objective airport slot scheduling problem

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An infeasible space exploring matheuristic for the Production Routing Problem

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The cyclic production routing problem

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Languages

Greek
English

Certificates

LINQ Tutorial: Master the Key C# Library

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IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

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C# Performance Tricks: How To Radically Speed Up Your Code.

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Skills

Software Development

C#, Python, Julia, Java, ILOG CPLEX Solver, Gurobi, CPLEX, Latex, Software Engineering, Full Software Development Lifecycle, Data Ingestion, Model Execution, Result Dissemination, Scalable Software Solutions.

Operations Research & Optimization

Combinatorial Optimization, Mathematical Programming, Metaheuristic Algorithms, Local Search, GRASP, Tabu Search, Iterated Local Search, Guided Local Search, Adaptive Large Neighborhood Search, Ant Colony Optimization, Swarm Intelligence, Evolutionary Algorithms, Constraint Programming, Matheuristics, Hybrid Approaches, Optimization Algorithms, Routing Problems, Supply Chain Optimization, Slot Allocation Problem, Emergency Response Routing.

Data Science & Analytics

Machine Learning, Data Cleaning, Data Manipulation, Multiple-Multivariate Regression Analysis, Granger Causality Tests, Econometric Research, Quantitative Analysis, Statistical Analysis.

Research & Academia

Higher Education Teaching, University Lecturing, Curriculum Development, Mentoring, Research Proposals, Funding Acquisition, Academic Publications, Presentations, Problem Modeling, Project-Based Learning.

Professional Skills

Communication, Problem-Solving, Collaboration, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Strategic Thinking, Quantitative Decision-Making.