Boris Y.

Boris Y.

Senior Software Engineer

Copenhagen, Denmark
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About Me

Boris is a Full Stack Web Developer with 7+ years of experience, the right acumen and technical expertise in the use of JavaScript Frameworks like React, AngularJS, Node.JS and MeteorJS in the development and deployment of over 400 innovative WordPress sites, custom web applications and sites for clients. He uses a client-focused approach in the development of highly performant, scalable and maintainable software solutions on all projects.

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Software Engineer
2018 - Present (7 years)
Remote
  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

Brickshare
Brickshare
Frontend Developer
2018 - 2019 (1 year)
Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Regularly provide support and direction for test-driven developments on different projects for Brickshare.

  • Successfully built a component library for Brickshare, which served as a npm package for different developments.

  • Provide maintenance and enhancements on projects, and participate in daily stand-ups and two-week sprints.

Novo Nordisk Center for Protein Research, University of Copenhagen
Novo Nordisk Center for Protein Research, University of Copenhagen
Full Stack Web Developer
2018 - 2018
Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Regularly architect, develop and deploy creative software solutions and web application in a variety of languages for medical research within the Center.

  • Provide technical support for the implementation of a Flask-based backend and Angular.JS-based frontend to efficiently maintain code quality, integrity and the responsiveness of apps during research runs.

  • Successfully directed and guided all collaboration with the rest of the development, research and interactive teams to design and launch new features for the web applications.

Systems Engineering A/S
Systems Engineering A/S
Full Stack Web Developer
2017 - 2018 (1 year)
Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Successfully developed a prototype using React for a web app that allows users to apply systems engineering concepts to their projects.

  • Designed and built the UI with the Material UI React library and a React template for the client.

  • Implemented the backend using Firebase's real-time database and set up the build process for the web application using Webpack.

Toptal
Toptal
Web Developer
2017 - Present (8 years)
Remote
  • Provide apt guidance for the delivery of technically correct design files and solutions that adhere to all size, weight, and identity guidelines from product owners.

  • Regularly create and deliver elegant visual interfaces utilizing different user-centered design priniciples in web solutions for clients.

  • Effectively collaborate with other developers and stakeholders to optimize websites for maximum speed and scalability.

MentorMate
MentorMate
Frontend Developer
2017 - 2017
Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Designed and developed a web app to display the top five JavaScript repositories on GitHub, and allow other developers to view open and closed issues on one of those repositories and filter them.

  • Developed a web application that allows users to create an account, save their favourite cooking recipes and choose whether to make them public or not.

  • Successfully designed and deployed a copy of Spotify's web player, during my time at MentorMate so users can log in, view their profile, saved playlists, artist and albums as well as browse public content on Spotify.

Gidr.io
Gidr.io
Project Manager
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Provided technical guidance and direction for the management of client projects built using Meteor JS.

  • Managed and handled Gidr.io's in-house project management tool that competes with JIRA built using Meteor JS.

  • Successfully designed and developed mocks and features for client apps and Gidr.io's own in-house apps.

SmarTest.bg
SmarTest.bg
Project Manager
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Oversaw the automation of the examination process; so that tests are now generated, published, and graded in a matter of a few clicks, and give teachers sufficient time to teach.

  • Coordinated a four-man multi-national team on this project and assign tasks to each member; using online communication tools.

  • Developed an MVP which is now live and under testing (individual teachers use it and give us feedback), processes for large-scale piloting within a school is currently underway.

Freelance
Freelance
Full Stack Web Developer
2010 - Present (15 years)
Remote
  • Consistently iterating new designs, building robust, scalable and flexible software solutions in different layers of applications as requested by product owners.

  • Regularly define, document, and communicate development standards, best practices, code review processes, and build tools on projects for clients.

  • Provide on call support for new applications during and after implementation.

Portfolio

Web Developer - Hill Murray High School Donation Page
Web Developer - Hill Murray High School Donation Page

Developed a web solution for the #HMgiveday18; a special event during which the entire Hill Murray community raises support for the Annual Fund. Developed a donation page for the school's website, so patrons can financially support or contribute to the school's annual fundraiser.

Developer - Educational Video and PDF viewer
Developer - Educational Video and PDF viewer

Demme Learning provides innovative learning solutions for homeschoolers, parents and small group learning environments. Products are tailored to encourage children to explore and learn side-by-side with an engaged parent. Updated the frontend of a Laravel app according to the PSD designs provided by the client.

Developer - An Online Test Which Assesses Children's Educational Level
Developer - An Online Test Which Assesses Children's Educational Level

Math-U-See is a complete K-12 math curriculum focused on homeschool and small group learning environments. Developed a web application using designs provided by the client for implementation into a working page. The backend was developed using Laravel and the frontend using vanilla HTML.

Developer - EnjoyCopenhagen
Developer - EnjoyCopenhagen

Enjoy Copenhagen is the convenient booking platform that makes hand-picked tours in Copenhagen easily available to visitors. The platform offers the best products vetted and approved by the company and other locals. The client provided designs and requirement specifications used in developing the web solution.

Education

Education
BSc. Computer Software and Media Applications
Aalborg University
2017 - 2020 (3 years)
Education
Full Stack Web Development, Computer Software Engineering
Free Code Camp
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Education
Certificate in Software Development (C#)
Telerik Academy, Sofia - Bulgaria
2016 - 2016
Education
MSc. Civil Engineering
University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, Sofia - Bulgaria
2011 - 2016 (5 years)