With more than 15 years of experience in high-performance computing, Valeriu Codreanu is a strategic leader known for combining vision with empathy and a strong commitment to advancing research infrastructure in the Netherlands and across Europe. As Head of High-Performance Computing & Visualization at SURF, he oversees the Dutch national supercomputer Snellius, manages a portfolio exceeding €20M annually, and leads a team of over 30 specialists driving innovation in advanced computing.

He plays a central role in shaping the next generation of national infrastructure, including the upcoming tender that will unify SURF’s HPC, Grid, and Cloud services into a single, future-proof research platform. His influence extends across Europe through leadership positions in VSC Tier-1, LUMI, the Jules Verne exascale consortium, and the Dutch AI Factory.

Passionate about people as much as technology, Valeriu Codreanu is dedicated to mentoring talent, empowering teams, and inspiring research communities to push boundaries and achieve lasting impact.

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