Oleksandr Z.

About Me

Oleksandr is a Senior Software Developer with 8+ years of technical experience; putting together unique cutting-edge customer-facing solutions that increase business value and customer engagement by leveraging strong architectural and UX principles for the delivery of high-quality apps through hands-on design and development. He can work independently and has team experience on projects; leading teams and working with teams.

Frontend

Backend

Database

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Developer
2020 - Present (5 years)
Remote
  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Flexi
Flexi
CTO / Full Stack Web Developer
2014 - 2017 (3 years)
Zaporozhye, Ukraine
  • Embraced and enhanced Flexi IT's software development practices, tools, and frameworks for projects; introducing/recommending new approaches for the delivery of solutions.

  • Provided strategic input for Flexi IT's technology roadmap; setting clear goals and priorities for implementation.

  • Participated in all stages of the development lifecycle; evaluating current technologies and trends for the implementation of solutions and providing mentoring support to team members when necessary.

Freelance
Freelance
Full Stack Developer
2013 - Present (12 years)
Ukraine (Remote)
  • Design and develop innovative software deliverables for various external client needs - including mobile/web apps, web services, APIs and micro-services.

  • Develop and evaluate technical concepts and solutions and define development standards and workflows on projects in compliance with industry best practices and standards.

  • Debug and fix application issues and performance bottlenecks on solutions for clients.

GBKSoft
GBKSoft
Full Stack Web Developer
2012 - 2014 (2 years)
Zaporozhye, Ukraine
  • Drove engineering projects to completion; prioritizing tasks and solving tough technical problems with different tech stacks.

  • Built products and features for clients in line with technical requirements and industry best practices and standards.

  • Offered technical guidance for software performance optimizations and continuous improvements to code quality, robustness, and other development processes on projects.

BestWebSoft
BestWebSoft
WordPress / PHP Developer
2011 - 2012 (1 year)
Zaporozhye, Ukraine
  • Developed custom Wordpress themes/plug-ins based on designs provided by senior developers.

  • Participated in brainstorming sessions with senior developers on projects; discussing requirements, preferences, and expectations.

  • Maintained and updated various Wordpress codebases on projects.

Showcase

Lead Developer - SoundSuit
Lead Developer - SoundSuit
  • SoundSuit creates tailored music playlists for businesses based on input, not music skills.

  • It utilizes a smart assistant for easy playlist creation with a few clicks.

  • The website is developed using WordPress, Node.js, and React.js.

Lead Developer- omygsh
Lead Developer- omygsh
  • The OMG site is a global platform for reading trending stories and topics.

  • The site has been enhanced with UI/UX fixes and bug fixes for improved user-friendliness.

  • It utilizes Laravel for the backend, Bootstrap for the frontend, and AWS for performance optimization.

Lead Developer - Azerturkbank
Lead Developer - Azerturkbank
  • AzerTurkBank offers financial support to manufacturing clients.

  • The bank's new website facilitates online sales, client feedback, and brand building.

  • Implemented exchange rate calculation and internet banking portal solutions.

Education

Education
MSc. Computer Systems and Networks
Zaporizhzhya Institute of Economics and Information Technologies
2006 - 2012 (6 years)