Hajnalka Matekovits 

Driven by challenges and a love for learning new things, Hajni explored different roles—and in 15 years with the company, there was never a dull moment. Everything has changed over time: she worked with 7 managing directors and over 400 colleagues, remembering each of them. It’s worth mentioning that the friendly climate in recent years has truly managed to create a sense of community, it’s something that made her stay for so long with UNIQA Software Services. 

Veronica Roman

A stable team in both Romania and Austria creates strong synergy.

While many things changed, this is what she appreciates most about the company – it gives us all the chance to better ourselves and keep learning. 

Imola Mosescu-Dobra

While the frameworks have changed — from Waterfall to Agile — one thing has remained the same: the constant helpfulness and reliability of the team. It’s still the same good environment.

The atmosphere and the colleagues from Cluj are a big part of what made her want to stick with USS. 

Marius Marian

Trust and predictability, along with a wide range of new and diverse projects, are all things that are worth remaining in this company. There are many more colleagues now, but also plenty of opportunities to develop ourselves. 

Valentin Zaharia 

The people and lasting relationships built over the years, along with the joy of meeting new colleagues who bring fresh blood, made Valentin stay for over 10 years with UNIQA!

While many physical things have changed – from the coffee mugs to the new office spaces – some things remain constant, like the enduring relationships that continue to define our workplace. 

Adding a Touch of PEGA to Azure Days

Representing UNIQA Software Services, Dan Crasnic, our Local Unit Manager and PEGA Platform Lead, had the privilege of taking part in this great experience, sharing valuable insights and best practices while also adding an extra bit of PEGA magic to the discussions.

His participation highlighted how automation, cloud computing, and business process optimization can work seamlessly together to drive innovation and efficiency.

Key Takeaways from Azure Days 2025

The Future of Cloud Computing – The conference reinforced the strategic importance of Azure Cloud technology, with sessions focused on scalability, security, and sustainability.

Artificial Intelligence in Business – A hot topic at the event, AI continues to transform industries by enhancing decision-making, automating workflows, and improving customer interactions.

Collaboration & Networking – Azure Days 2025 provided an excellent space to connect with peers, exchange knowledge, and build future partnerships.

Making Azure Days Happen – With insightful presentations and expert-led sessions, the event truly lived up to its slogan, fostering a deeper understanding of cloud transformation and digital innovation.

What is PEGA?

PEGA is a powerful business process management (BPM) tool that helps organizations streamline operations and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With its robust capabilities, PEGA enables the automation of complex workflows, case management, and decision-making processes, making it a preferred choice for businesses aiming to optimize efficiency and agility.

What is the PEGA Community of Pratice?

The PEGA Community of Practice is a Cluj initiative and the go-to resource for PEGA professionals looking to enhance their skills and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field, including a presentation of our internal applications, as well as access to valuable information and knowledge.

Our goal is to create a collaborative and supportive community where PEGA professionals can come together and share their knowledge, learn from one another, and help each other grow.

The PEGA Community of Practice is a centralized repository of information, tutorials, and training materials focused on the PEGA technology. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced PEGA developer, you’ll find a wealth of resources here to help you grow your expertise.

Whether you’re looking for help with a specific challenge, advice on the latest industry trends, or just someone to talk to about your work, you’ll find a supportive network of peers in our PEGA Community.

What is Our Purpose and why are we all here?

 

Where do we contribute?

Diverse Learning Opportunities

To ensure that our community members have the best possible learning experience, we’ve thought of organizing our meetings in multiple and various types, for example:

• Overview Sessions: Presentation of a particular concept or topic in PEGA. Best practices, recommended approaches for optimizing PEGA development, security considerations etc.
• Hands-On Trainings: Practical, hands-on experience with a specific aspect, such as creating Data Pages, Data Transforms or Rules and Rule Sets.
• Q&A Sessions: Opportunity for participants to ask questions and get answers on specific topics.
• Case Studies: This session focuses on a real-world example or project, and provides an opportunity for participants to see how PEGA concepts and techniques are applied in practice.
• Roundtable Discussions: A roundtable discussion is an opportunity for participants to discuss a specific topic in a group setting, sharing their experiences and ideas.

Ever wonder what it’s like to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle on a tightrope? No? Well, that’s pretty much a day in my life as your Scrum Master.

First, there’s the daily stand-up, where I crack more jokes than a late-night comedian (maybe this can be a career opportunity for me). If laughter is the best medicine, then our team is the healthiest in the industry.

Next, there’s my meticulous questioning of our velocity. Some people count sheep to sleep, but I count story points and then debate their legitimacy. It’s like watching a mathematician argue with a calculator – simultaneously perplexing and entertaining.

But the real magic happens when I play bridge – no, not the card game, but bridging the gap between our team and the Product Owner. Making sure everyone is on the same page is my specialty.

Retrospectives are another highlight. I try different setups each time to keep them interesting and engaging. From themed retrospectives to interactive activities, I ensure they’re anything but boring. Plus, I help my colleagues come up with action items to improve our way of working.

Sprint planning is where my advocacy shines. I’m always on the lookout to ensure we don’t take on too many stories. After all, if we overload our sprint, I hint that we might have to pay with extra hours – and nobody wants that! I also try to keep everyone happy, bargaining that the first colleague who finishes their story can always take the highest priority item from the backlog.

And then there’s PI Planning, the ultimate test of my superhero abilities. This is where the real fun begins. Like a bounty hunter on a mission, I start hunting people down for their availability, preparing schedules with the precision of a Swiss watchmaker. After all that preparation, we have the big event where we try our best to plan every detail together and hope for the best. Coordinating dependencies with other trains feels like untangling a web of spaghetti – a real test of our collaboration and patience!

Scrum of Scrums meetings are a whole other adventure. It’s where the Scrum Masters meet the supreme Scrum Master (Release Train Engineer) and exchange recipes ideas. We always strive to improve our processes and create the best environment for our teams. These meetings are like brainstorming sessions on steroids.

Then there’s the Agile community of practice, where we all have our „AHA” moments. It’s a blend of rethinking our career choices and convincing ourselves we have the best strategies for our own teams. These sessions are both enlightening and helpful.

Oh, and let’s not forget – to excel in this role, you need to be a wizard with JIRA sheets. It’s like managing a giant puzzle where every piece has to fit just right.

In short, I don’t just keep the ship sailing smoothly; I make sure we’re all laughing our way to the finish line. Who knew agile could be this much fun?