Maksim B.

About Me

Full Stack Software Craftsman with more than 4 years of experience in development of web solutions such as: presentational websites, custom api integrations, generic web packages providing solution for multiple websites, web platforms and more. Hands-on experience with leading a development team of 10 professionals on multiple customer platform for housing services. Intuitive, friendly and astute while taking pride in the provided solutions while striving for perfection and improvement.

AI, ML & LLM

Frontend

JavaScript 5 Client-side JavaScript Frameworks React Angular 13 AngularJS React Apollo Next.js CSS SCSS Tailwind CSS

Backend

DevOps

Other

Work history

Toptal
Toptal
Software Developer
2022 - Present (3 years)
Remote
  • Baseball Tournament Management Platform - Developed a web solution using Umbraco that allowed clients to create and manage baseball tournaments. The platform enabled users to register, apply, and securely process payments. Integrated features for team organization, scheduling, and real-time updates, ensuring a seamless experience for both organizers and participants.

  • Delivery Management & Strategic Planning (Toptal) - Collaborated with a specialized team at Toptal to transform client visions into actionable development plans. Over a three-week period, worked directly with clients to define project scope, create full estimates, and deliver a structured presentation outlining the technical execution roadmap.

  • Precious Metals Trading Platform Migration & Maintenance - Led the maintenance and migration of a precious metal bullion eCommerce platform, ensuring smooth data transfer, enhanced security, and system optimization. Focused on improving platform performance, refining transaction processes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Project Delivery Project PlanningProject Estimation Use Cases Miro BoardAPI Databases UmbracoASPX CSSJavaScript 5 React PayPal APIDesign Documentation Product Requirements Documentation (PRD)
UpWork
UpWork
Software Developer & Consultant
2021 - Present (4 years)
Remote
  • Green Energy Data Architecture & Migration - Led the architecture and project management for transitioning a green energy metering system to a new Kafka-based infrastructure. Streamlined data processing for a German company's new application, enabling users to track energy production and consumption efficiently.

  • Educational Platform Development - Designed and built a comprehensive platform from scratch for sharing teaching materials. Enabled interactive learning with live roulette chat, educational games, and collaborative lectures between students and professors.

  • AI-Driven eCommerce & Data Visualization - Developed a front-end platform using React and Next.js for eCommerce and AI data analysis. Implemented dynamic chart visualizations and data import features (CSV/Excel) for insightful analytics and business decision-making.

Google AnalyticsPage Speed Optimization Google SEO On-page SEO Umbraco.NET 4 .NET 5 .NET 6 .NET 7 .NET 8 ASP.NET MVCJavaScript 5 SCSSCSSHTML5GulpWebpackjQueryMicrosoft Power BI OLAPMSSQL ServerNext.jsReact Angular 13IT Project Management Cost Estimation Project Estimation
Vega IT Sourcing
Vega IT Sourcing
Technical Lead
2019 - 2021 (2 years)
Serbia
  • Technical Leadership & Team Management - Led a team of 10 developers, collaborating with a Product Owner and Scrum Master to drive technical excellence. Oversaw code reviews, risk assessments, and priority issue resolution while ensuring high development standards.

  • Agile & SCRUM Methodology - Actively contributed to the SCRUM process by defining improvement tasks, coordinating daily meetings, and creating proof-of-concept solutions to enhance product development efficiency.

  • Leadership Growth & Strategic Development - Strengthened leadership skills through Franklin Covey leadership training, focusing on effective decision-making, mentorship, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Team Leadership Remote Team Leadership Proof of Concept (POC) Future-Proofing Architectural Design Task ManagementMentorship & Coaching
Vega IT Sourcing
Vega IT Sourcing
Software Developer
2018 - 2019 (1 year)
Serbia
  • Full-Stack Development & Optimization - Expertise in Python, Django, DjangoCMS, and advanced Git (submoduling). Skilled in developing, optimizing, and maintaining complex websites, including eCommerce platforms, API integrations, modular frameworks, custom indexing searchers, and dynamic filtering systems.

  • Azure DevOps & Automation - Experience with Azure DevOps CI/CD, Releases, Azure Boards, PowerShell scripting, configuration transformations, and build events. Proficient in NuGet and Paket for package management, ensuring seamless deployment and automation.

  • Mentorship & Scalable Solutions - Strong focus on peer mentorship and guiding juniors when learning new technologies. Dedicated to developing and maintaining a medium-sized multi-tenant platform serving 40 customers on a single package solution.

Python 3 DjangoDjango CMS Azure DevOpsAzure CI/CDAzure PowerShell System Migration Git Repo NugetPaketAzure Boards .NET 4 Lucene
Vega IT Sourcing
Vega IT Sourcing
Junior Software Developer
2017 - 2018 (1 year)
Serbia
  • Developed and optimized an internal timesheet system: Built a timesheet application where employees can request vacations, log hours for specific clients, and improved performance using Knockout.js and .NET MVC.

  • Created and maintained UmbracoCMS websites: Developed and optimized presentational websites using the company’s starter project, ensuring efficiency and scalability.

  • Enhanced startup projects: Improved existing starter projects by implementing new features and extensions, making them reusable for other developers.

.NETASP.NET MVCKnockout.JSHTMLCSSSCSSGulpJavaScriptjQuerymSQL SQL Stored Procedures Database Backups Data Queries UmbracoAngularJS EpiserverTrelloJIRA

Showcase

Website Build | Osaia Health® | Healthcare Industry
Website Build | Osaia Health® | Healthcare Industry
  • I implemented the website for Osaia Health based off design cues from Figma files provided by the client.

  • Spearheaded the planning and designing of the necessary CMS components, aligning them with design and functional requirements.

  • Managed to meet all project milestones on time, resulting in a successful and seamless launch of the website.

Website Build | Komarov Greenland | Nursery & Garden Industry
Website Build | Komarov Greenland | Nursery & Garden Industry
  • Team conducted a rebranding project for a nursery garden company that included development of a fresh design reflecting the company's vision.

  • The new, user-friendly design was implemented on UmbracoCMS, integrating it seamlessly into the current system.

  • Updated website was deployed, delivering a cohesive and polished brand identity in alignment with the company's goals.

Platform Build | Norden i skolen | Education Industry
Platform Build | Norden i skolen | Education Industry
  • Comprehensive rebuild of the project included creating specifications, estimating timelines, delivering static FE and optimized Umbraco solutions.

  • Provided consultation services on content migration and content loading, including creation of a comprehensive content sheet for translation purposes.

  • The project was catered towards the education industry, specifically for the 'Norden i skolen' platform build.

Website Build | Komaspec | Manufacturing Industry
Website Build | Komaspec | Manufacturing Industry
  • The project involved a complete rebuild from planning to production, including creation of specifications, project estimates and timelines.

  • It also included delivery of a static Front-End solution, a fully optimized Umbraco solution, as well as providing consultation on content migration and loading.

  • The project was successfully deployed live using AWS services and ongoing maintenance is being provided.

Education

Education
Graduated IT Engineer - Software Engineer
Technical Faculty “Mihajlo Pupin”
2016 - 2020 (4 years)
Education
Electrotechnician of Computers
Electrotechnical and Architectural High School “Nikola Tesla”
2012 - 2016 (4 years)