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Artem
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Málaga
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Artem
Backend-focused tech lead/architect with 9 years of experience designing and scaling high-load systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and clean architecture principles. Passionate about solving real-world problems, not just shipping features.
Tech LeadMálaga
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I'm a backend-oriented engineer and technical lead with 9 years of experience building scalable, maintainable systems in fast-paced environments. My strength lies in creating clarity out of complexity: whether it's untangling legacy codebases, reducing tech debt, or designing new systems that actually scale.

I work primarily with Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and modern infrastructure on AWS or GCP. I follow principles like DDD, hexagonal architecture, and SOLID not because they're trendy, but because they help teams move faster without losing control.

I thrive in environments that value deep thinking, allow me to own technical direction, and allow me to solve problems creatively rather than just rush to the next feature. My ideal role combines hands-on engineering with architectural influence, working on systems that matter.

Professional experiences
10 years of experience as Tech Lead (or similar)
Development Lead
Scrambly - ImolaNov 2024 - today · 7 months

Leading all backend development efforts, setting a clear architectural direction aligned with long-term business goals.

Designing and evolving robust systems to support both new feature development and legacy service refactoring.

Actively identifying and reducing technical debt to improve code maintainability and team velocity.

Improving API performance through profiling, query optimization, and infrastructure tuning.

Supporting team growth through mentoring, process refinement, and hands-on leadership.

Backend Lead
De.Fi - DubaiJun 2024 - Nov 2024 · 5 months

Led efforts to stabilize and optimize a complex backend codebase under tight delivery timelines.

Designed and built MVPs and proof-of-concept solutions for emerging decentralized finance products.

Supported early-stage product validation by delivering production-ready APIs and system components.

Managed a small development team, providing technical guidance and improving internal workflows.

CTO & Co-founder
Workee - Delaware, United StatesDec 2020 - Jun 2024 · 3 years 6 months

Co-founded and led the development of a productivity SaaS platform, overseeing product strategy, engineering, and growth.

Built and scaled the application from idea to production, managing a cross-functional team and owning both backend architecture and delivery roadmap.

Ensured continuous improvement in user experience through tight feedback loops, agile delivery, and iterative feature development.

Grew the platform to over 100KinARRandhelpedsecuremorethan100K in ARR and helped secure more than 1.5M in funding across multiple investment rounds.

Recognized as one of the best products in the AI & Data category by ProductsThatCount in 2024.

Featured in TechCrunch’s “Ukrainian Startups That Show Resilience.”

Team Lead
Intellias - KyivMar 2020 - Aug 2021 · 1 year 5 months

Led the development of a backend system for a German automotive client, delivering the project from scratch to production.

Designed core application architecture and ensured scalability, reliability, and testability from day one.

Set up and maintained AWS-based infrastructure, including CI/CD pipelines, staging environments, and production deployments.

Balanced hands-on engineering with team leadership, coordinating across disciplines to meet deadlines and maintain quality.

CTO & Co-founder
Chefu - PragueOct 2018 - Dec 2020 · 2 years 2 months

Built and launched a personalized recommendation platform driven by user preferences and behavior.

Owned all technical decisions across backend and frontend, from system design to deployment.

Led a small development team, balancing hands-on coding with leadership responsibilities.

Drove product direction in collaboration with other co-founders, treating this as a passion project from idea to MVP.

Backend Developer
OptimizeAd - Delaware, United StatesJun 2019 - Mar 2020 · 9 months

Led backend development for multiple greenfield projects, delivering scalable services from the ground up.

Owned key architectural decisions and implemented clean, maintainable solutions across multiple domains.

Contributed to system design, API structure, and deployment processes in a fast-paced product environment.

Provided mentorship and technical support to junior developers on the team.

Backend Developer
Applicature - KyivMar 2018 - Mar 2019 · 1 year

Served as the sole backend developer on a blockchain interoperability product.

Designed and implemented a unified CRUD API layer that abstracted complex blockchain operations for end users.

Integrated multiple blockchain protocols, enabling seamless transaction management without exposing technical intricacies.

Took full ownership of backend development, from architecture to deployment.

Backend Developer
2K-Group - KyivJun 2017 - Mar 2018 · 9 months

Developed backend services for a medical application used by mobile and web clients.

Designed and implemented RESTful APIs to support core application features and data workflows.

Collaborated with frontend and mobile developers to ensure seamless integration and smooth user experience.

Full Stack Developer
SalesUp - KyivOct 2016 - Jun 2017 · 8 months

Maintained and customized existing web applications to meet new client requirements.

Developed features across the full stack, from backend logic to frontend components.

Worked closely with account managers to deliver tailored implementations for business clients.

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Málaga
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100% Teleworking
96k / year
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FirstnameArtem
LastnameKanaki
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  • Ukrainian
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