Roman P.

About Me

Roman is an exceptional Senior Python Developer and a true Technologist with two decades plus experience in programming, database development, and system administration. He sets the pace for Python/Django web and server-side components development; delivering beautiful backend code to power sophisticated Python-based web projects. He is an exceptional team player; thriving in a lively, fast-paced, exciting and flexible work environment on projects.

Frontend

Backend

Database

DevOps

QA & Testing

Workflow

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Python 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.

Wott
Wott
Backend Developer
2018 - 2020 (2 years)
  • Designed and developed a secure and reliable client-server cloud-based system with web UI to handle requests from devices and users.

  • Adopted modern software engineering delivery practices for the iteration of the dashboard server and agent app features on Wott's DevOps platform.

  • Identified, explored, and demonstrated new technologies to improve testing and test coverage on the DevOps platform.

Initech Software Services Ltd
Initech Software Services Ltd
Senior Backend Developer
2015 - 2018 (3 years)
Remote
  • Designed the function and structure for scalable, resilient and extensible software solutions on projects using various programming languages based on best practices, new technologies, and legacy systems.

  • Identified and prioritized the resourceful utilization of various technology stacks and frameworks on projects; delivering high-quality solutions and additional features on products

  • Offered technical guidance and mentorship to different dev teams; sharing best practices, technical training, and assisting in solving complex technical issues.

Freelance
Freelance
Senior Web Developer
2013 - 2015 (2 years)
Remote
  • Built complex, dynamic web apps on projects from prototyping to deployment using modern frameworks, design patterns, new techniques and a razor-sharp eye for detail.

  • Created backend code and interfaces for new web platforms; analyzing user needs in implementing web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity.

  • Architected and implemented new solutions, plugins, and other custom code solutions for clients; enhancing website experiences by pulling data from and pushing data to a variety of RESTful APIs.

The Institute for Information Freedom Development
The Institute for Information Freedom Development
Web Developer
2012 - 2013 (1 year)
St. Petersburg, Russia
  • Built reusable code and components for the client's project; designing and implementing user-driven templates and databases for ease of use.

  • Maintained web solutions by fixing issues identified by the Institute's staff, support and QA as well as soliciting feedback from end-users.

  • Assisted with the implementation of tests on the project; utilizing the right tools, resources and best practices.

Ivinco
Ivinco
Senior Python Developer
2009 - 2012 (3 years)
Remote
  • Contributed to the overall architecture and design of Ivinco's software ecosystem; performing code reviews, discussing design decisions, and collaborating with other developers on the best solution.

  • Designed and developed core features for backend processing systems on projects; delivering high-quality products on time and with minimal supervision.

  • Suggested innovative and best practice technical approaches for maintaining and extending existing libraries, applications and services on projects for Ivinco.

Showcase

Backend Developer - Wott
Backend Developer - Wott
  • Developed a DevOps platform for cloud security management, focused on developer-centric solutions.

  • Implemented one-line remediation for virtual machine and container vulnerabilities, including dashboard server and agent app features.

  • Built a secure and reliable cloud-based system with an intuitive web UI for thousands of devices and hundreds of users.

Senior Backend Developer - NDA
Senior Backend Developer - NDA
  • Designed and developed a complex microservices-based solution for a well-known Israeli web security services provider.

  • Implemented auto-scaling, fault tolerance, monitoring, and disaster recovery to ensure system reliability.

  • The solution was launched and is used by numerous large customers, earning professional awards and attracting significant investment.

Senior Python Developer - Biggo
Senior Python Developer - Biggo
  • Developed and implemented backend functionality for a website builder solution.

  • Implemented new approaches for launching highly customized clone templates on a server.

  • Supported various website types (landing pages, corporate sites, e-commerce) and successfully launched and deployed the solution.

Education

Education
Degree in Economics
Orel State University of Economics and Trade (Russia)
1994 - 2000 (6 years)