Years of experience
PHP, PSR
95%
A few words about me
10+
50+
Projects completed
30+
Courses achieved
Accomplished Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience specializing in microservices, database optimization, and full-stack development.
Since 2009, my life has changed radically. I realized what the digital world is
Journey
Have you ever wondered what it takes to shape the digital world we live in today? Behind every seamless app, every efficient system, and every innovative solution is a dedicated engineer crafting the future one line of code at a time. My journey as a senior software engineer began over 15 years ago, driven by a passion for technology and a relentless pursuit of excellence. From navigating the complexities of microservices to optimizing databases for global companies, my path has been filled with challenges, growth, and a deep commitment to transforming ideas into reality.
When I first started, the world of programming seemed vast and overwhelming. I remember the early days, sitting in front of my computer, struggling to understand complex algorithms and feeling daunted by the thought of creating something meaningful. But I soon realized that every expert was once a beginner. The key to progress was to start small, embrace the learning process, and never shy away from making mistakes.
One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is the importance of adaptability. Technology is constantly evolving, and staying relevant means being open to learning and unlearning. Throughout my career, I've had to master new languages, frameworks, and tools, often on the fly. It wasn't always easy, but it was essential. I found that the willingness to learn and grow, even when it meant stepping out of my comfort zone, was what set me apart and allowed me to tackle the challenges that came my way.
Reflecting on my career, I can confidently say that the journey of a software engineer, though challenging, is deeply fulfilling, and for those just starting out, staying curious, embracing change, and nurturing a passion for technology will lead to growth and opportunities beyond what you ever imagined.
Experience
Jan. 2021 β Present
Senior Software Engineer
Vodwork
Reduced the complexity of the system, cutting costs by hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
Developed and managed 10+ microservices using Go, AWS, Lumen, Elasticsearch.
Attained 96% code coverage via PHPUnit testing, showcasing robust quality assurance.
Decreased the data logs storing algorithm (space complexity) from π(π2 πππ2 π) to π(π).
Implemented Elasticsearch v8 to enhance application search, achieving a 50% increase in search accuracy and delivering a 30% reduction in search latency.
Sep. 2019 β Jan. 2021
Software Engineer / Team Lead
Probegin B.V.
Implemented the Lucid architecture, reducing the time for client-server data transfer by 25%.
Led the development of a high-load CRM system
Engineered a secure Single Sign-On service and orchestrated the integration of third-party services.
Implemented advanced database connection mechanisms, increasing performance by ten times.
Integrated TDD into the development process, reducing amount of regression bugs by 15% and development time by 20%.
Sep. 2018 β Sep. 2019
Software Engineer
OGD Solutions
Created a comprehensive web app for independent assessments in the USA.
Wrote software with a cross-functional team to process large volumes of data from a global survey of nearly 200 million registered users.
Upgraded services to PHP 7.3, improving performance and ensuring compatibility.
Integrated Spiral Scout's RoadRunner v1.5 application for load balancing, combining PHP with Go.
Divided a substantial database into three parts for different clients with distinct access levels and permissions.
Jun. 2015 β Sep. 2018
Software Developer
Zelpex Media Group
Executed comprehensive SEO optimization strategies for 10+ websites, resulting in a 60% increase in organic traffic and top rankings on key search engine results pages (SERPs).
Seamlessly integrated web services and app servers to optimize performance.
Employed the Zend framework v2 with Doctrine v2 and MVC architecture to craft applications
Nov. 2009 β Jun. 2015
Software Developer
InCITY Cor.
Developed, maintained, and promoted 100+ websites for businesses and government agencies.
Collaborated with diverse clients to create custom design solutions, enhancing website UX and visual appeal, resulting in a 40% conversion rate increase and 25% lower bounce rates.
Developed a customized service for the State Pension Fund of Ukraine, improving processing efficiency by 30% and serving over 500,000 pensioners nationwide.
Rearchitected the State Pension Fund of Ukraine from a monolith to microservices, resulting in a 30-35% increase in data transfer speed.
Nov. 2009 β Jun. 2015
Developer Consultant
Softex
Designed desktop applications, formulated reporting forms, and delivered client support and guidance.
Developed additional forms for private and tax reporting in accounting and trade management.
Troubleshot and resolved compatibility issues with device drivers through comprehensive testing and debugging, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility across multiple platforms, resulting in a 25% reduction in customer support issues.
Integrated carefully designed widgets and templates, ensuring pixel-perfect precision, resulting in a cohesive and polished product appearance that enhanced user experience and increased customer satisfaction by 25%.
Education
Sep. 2003 - Jul. 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University 'Oil and Gas', Ukraine
Sep. 2007 - Jul. 2008
Specialist in Software Engineering
Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University 'Oil and Gas', Ukraine
Skills
JavaScript, TypeScript
85%
GoLang
70%
AWS, S3, EC2, SQS, RDS
60%
SQL, PGSQL
90%
ElasticSearch, Logstash, Kibana
80%
Laravel, Lumen
95%
React.js
70%
Vue.js, Nuxt.js
50%
Unit tests, Cypress, Jest
75%
Node.js, Next.js, Nest.js
50%
Jenkins, Travis CI, CircleCI, GitLab CI/CD
70%
RESTful APIs, GraphQL
100%
MVC, MVVM, HMVC, Microservices
90%
Docker, Kubernetes, Minikube, Grafana
80%
Agile, Scrum, Kanban
90%
* If you're curious about how I calculated this Skill Proficiency Percentage, take a look at this article: How to Calculate Skill Proficiency Percentages for Your Resume
Licenses & Certifications
A Journey of Continuous Learning and Recommendations
Achievement
I have had the great pleasure of working with Nazar for the last 3 years at Aylo, where Nazar held the position of Senior Back End Developer. Nazar is one of the best developers I have ever worked with. He brings a great balance of professionalism, technical skills and a positive attitude to the team. Nazar is always diligent in writing and reviewing his and his colleagues' code, he also has excellent communication skills and is very good at explaining all processes and answering all questions. Nazar has excellent leadership skills and is capable of managing a team of developers. I 100% recommend Nazar to everyone as one of the best developer I have ever worked with!
Software Test Lead Product Engineering P1 Montreal
I would strongly recommend Nazar to anybody who is looking for a highly-talented software engineer. During our collaboration within many projects, he has proven himself as a strong full-stack developer who can easily solve any issue. Along with the technical expertise Nazar is very good both as a team player and as an experienced Team Lead, being involved in project estimations, code review, and interviewing processes. Really loved working with him!
Project Manager
I had the pleasure of working with Nazar for one year at Probegin, collaborating on several project teams. Nazar's ability to handle multiple projects was unlike any Iβve seen before and made a significant increase in the productivity level of our company. As a team member Nazar earns my highest recommendation. He is an outstanding engineer and a very good team leader.
PHP Web Developer at GoDaddy
Nazar is a proactive, result-oriented, responsible, and technically sound person. Above all, his powers to connect with others and create a decisive team dynamic reveals his great passionate intelligence. He has an exceptional troubleshooting and analytical skill in development. I strongly recommend Nazar to any company.
Software Development Engineer
Nazar has lots of experience, which helps him to cope with up-to-date technologies more easily. He is a very smart mentor and really a good man.
Frontend Engineer
I was fortunate to work very closely with Nazar. He is a creative developer, a good mentor, and a great guy all in all. Highly recommended, a real pleasure to work with.
Platform Engineer
Nazar is a very friendly, hard-working, technically competent, and passionate team leader with remarkable skills in web development methodologies and technologies. Very focused, down to earth, easy to get along with. There is no doubt that he is a great asset to any team, as long as there is a challenge in the work. I had the real pleasure of working with him and strongly recommend him.
Senior Software Engineer
I had the privilege of working with Nazar on the same team for half a year. Nazar is a highly motivated and knowledgeable person who works really hard to improve the projects he is working on and helps his teammates. He always found better ways for our team to go about doing things, helping us improve our standards and our way of working. Working with Nazar was a pleasure and I learned a lot from him. He would be a great addition to any team.
Senior Frontend Developer
Nazar is an incredibly skilled developer and a great troubleshooter. He is always eager to learn new things and get the work done. I have no doubt that he would be a great addition to anyone's team. I'm happy that had an opportunity to work alongside such a professional techy man.
CVO at OGDSolutions OΓ
Excellent Team Player and excellent lead. Technically and professionally strong. Loved working with him. Always ready to help and advise how to do better.
QA Engineer at PROBEGIN B.V.
Very helpful, innovative and a great developer is how I would describe Nazar. I have had the opportunity of working with Nazar as a software developer for approximately half a year at Probegin Company. He put all into his job and do everything for the success goal. I liked working with him and hope to have the opportunity to work with him again.
Web Developer, React
