As Engineering Manager, I lead the development and delivery of solutions for SponsorUnited, our third-largest client and a leading SaaS platform in sponsorship intelligence. I manage a high-performing team of developers while aligning client expectations and product delivery through backlog management and strategic sprint planning.My role involves cultivating strong relationships with Tech Leads, guiding their professional growth, and leveraging their expertise to drive technical excellence across projects. Through active stakeholder collaboration, I play a pivotal role in shaping the product's technical architecture and strategic direction, ensuring scalability and maintaining our competitive edge.By implementing robust performance metrics and fostering a culture of accountability, I consistently deliver outstanding results while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction. My hands-on approach to team leadership and commitment to technical innovation significantly strengthen our partnership with SponsorUnited and elevate our company's reputation in the market.

Sanna is a natural health store that promotes a healthy lifestyle by eating and living on a plant-based diet.I successfully contributed to the establishment of the largest store of its kind in the town, demonstrating my entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to providing exceptional service to the community. I ensured continuous profitability through diligent financial management, laying a solid foundation for the business's long-term success.Always seeking new growth opportunities, I explored innovative marketing strategies to effectively promote the store within the town, resulting in increased visibility and a loyal customer base.Additionally, I cultivated strong relationships with product providers, skillfully managing our supply chain to consistently meet client demands and preferences. My hands-on approach to business management and dedication to customer satisfaction contributed to Sanna's ongoing success and reputation as a leading local store.

I played an integral role in the growth and success of the backend team by actively participating in the hiring process and attracting top talent. My dedication to mentoring new colleagues enabled them to quickly learn the technology stack and contribute effectively to the team.I took the initiative to improve team best practices, ensuring a streamlined and efficient development experience for everyone involved. My work in designing and implementing microservices significantly enhanced the scalability of our backend. At the same time, my expertise in maintaining and upgrading frameworks and technologies kept our systems up-to-date and performing optimally.By replacing outdated search technologies, I refined our platform's performance further. Additionally, I contributed to scaling up the API's capability to fetch complex reports by fine-tuning MySQL queries and database schema.As an active scrum team member, I was heavily involved in the agile process, ensuring that tasks were adequately managed and executed. By creating technical tickets and prioritizing the reduction of technical debt, I helped maintain a healthy and productive work environment for the entire team.My collaboration with SponsorUnited was via a local company called [e-spres-oh], a software development company that provides end-to-end programming solutions for complex digital projects.

I lead the establishment of a dynamic development team, demonstrating strong leadership in recruiting and nurturing talented professionals aligned with our company's vision. As CTO, I orchestrated the successful development and launch of our product's Minimum Viable Product (MVP), laying a solid foundation for future growth and innovation.Wearing the hat of a Product Manager enabled me to effectively guide sprint planning and retrospectives, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality features while maintaining team momentum and motivation. I successfully scaled our platform's infrastructure to accommodate over 100 clients through a robust infrastructure, significantly enhancing our market presence and revenue streams.By implementing robust development practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, I drove the transformation of our initial MVP into a comprehensive, enterprise-grade solution. My hands-on approach to team leadership and technical decision-making resulted in streamlined operations and improved product stability.

Notify offers affordable and scalable automated SMS message sending.I led redesigning our web app, enhancing user experience and streamlining the onboarding process to improve customer satisfaction and retention. In parallel, I successfully reimplemented the Android app, utilizing the improved trigger technology that surpassed the limitations of the former solution, resulting in a more responsive and efficient application.As a proactive founder, I was responsible for securing new clients, guiding them through the onboarding process, and providing ongoing support to ensure their successful use of our product. My commitment to client satisfaction contributed to the company's growth and strengthened our reputation in the market.I oversaw the reimplementation of our product infrastructure, introducing a robust continuous integration and continuous delivery system that streamlined development processes and accelerated product release cycles.Determined to expand our client base, I explored various growth strategies such as cold calling, Facebook Ads, and Google Ads, leveraging these platforms to reach new audiences and drive business growth.By configuring a custom metrics platform, I enabled the team to gain valuable insights and maintain a comprehensive overview of our product's performance. My expertise in developing custom WordPress and PrestaShop plugins further showcased my adaptability and technical proficiency.Lastly, I refactored our reports pages, optimizing their performance to offer users a faster and more seamless experience when accessing critical data, ultimately contributing to our product's overall success and user satisfaction.

TPARK is the market leader in parking management solutions, providing an innovative system for mobile parking payment. The system is deployed in over 50 cities across Romania and over 60 cities across Hungary. It has over 650,000 users, over 800,000 registered cars, and over 8 million transactions processed (exclusively for parking). I played a pivotal role in establishing a new development department, successfully hiring and integrating over seven talented individuals into the team. As a dedicated leader, I worked closely with the CEO and key stakeholders to align our efforts with business goals and drive the company's vision forward.My strong coordination skills allowed me to effectively manage a cross-functional team of web, iOS, and Android developers and DevOps specialists, leading the redesign of our main app that boasted an impressive 350k monthly active users. This achievement demonstrated my ability to deliver high-impact results under challenging circumstances.By tackling tech debt head-on, I lead the unification of a custom-tailored web app for over 30 clients, streamlining our operations and enhancing the overall user experience. My efforts in this area significantly contributed to the company's success, reducing maintenance costs and improving platform performance and maintainability.As a team leader, I facilitated the seamless acquisition and integration of new products into our existing portfolio, showcasing my expertise in managing complex projects and ensuring the smooth transition of resources.Also, by wearing the Product Owner hat, I actively collected stakeholder requirements, organized sprint planning sessions and retrospectives, and diligently ensured that the development team had well-written tickets. My hands-on approach to product management further solidified my commitment to the company's success and the continuous improvement of our development processes.

MyGov is a software platform that provides automation solutions for municipal and community development professionals.I contributed my expertise to both frontend and backend development, ensuring the delivery of high-quality results for our web application. My experience working in a large team enabled me to effectively collaborate with a diverse range of professionals, driving the success of our project.I played a key role in refactoring the core functionalities of our platform, optimizing performance, and enhancing overall maintainability. Embracing Test-Driven Development (TDD), I successfully wrote and implemented an entire platform module, ensuring the stability and reliability of our product.Demonstrating a strong sense of initiative and self-management, I created and independently executed my own tickets, contributing significantly to the team's overall productivity and efficiency.As an advocate for code quality and best practices, I actively promoted the adoption of better development methodologies within the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and setting high standards for our work. This commitment to excellence reinforced my expertise and contributed to our projects' long-term success.My collaboration with MyGov was via a local company called [e-spres-oh], a software development company that provides end-to-end programming solutions for complex digital projects.

123FormBuilder is a cloud-based tool that allows you to design and embed beautiful forms on your website.I showcased my adaptability by working effectively in small to mid-sized teams, utilizing the Agile framework to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. My expertise in both frontend and backend development allowed me to contribute significantly to our projects and the team's overall success.I played a crucial role in modernizing our team's workflow, guiding the transition from SVN to GIT, and from working via FTP to utilizing Vagrant. These improvements streamlined our development processes and increased efficiency.Committed to continuous learning and improvement, I introduced the team to Test-Driven Development (TDD), fostering a culture of rigorous testing and high-quality code. I took the initiative to write unit and end-to-end tests, ensuring the stability and reliability of our web applications.Furthermore, I set up continuous delivery with Jenkins, automating the deployment process and accelerating product release cycles. By actively reducing tech debt, I enhanced the maintainability of our codebase, contributing to a more efficient and sustainable development environment.

Microdevt Web Solutions was a web development, hosting, and training agency.I was responsible for securing new clients and ensuring their satisfaction, successfully building a portfolio of over 20 happy customers. My front and back-end development expertise allowed me to provide comprehensive web solutions tailored to their unique needs, contributing to the agency's success and reputation.I effectively managed a cross-functional team of three talented professionals, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment that facilitated the delivery of exceptional results for our clients.In addition to my entrepreneurial endeavors, I engaged in training programs at the "Institutul Multimedia Romano-Elvetian" institute, sharing my knowledge and experience with over 30 aspiring professionals. My commitment to nurturing the next generation of web developers reinforced my understanding of the subject. It allowed me to contribute to the growth and success of others in the field.

Upwork (formerly Elance) is a global freelancing platform where businesses and independent professionals connect and collaborate remotely.I successfully collaborated with over 20 clients worldwide, demonstrating my adaptability and commitment to delivering high-quality web solutions tailored to their unique requirements. My front-end and back-end development expertise enabled me to create comprehensive and effective websites that met or exceeded client expectations.Throughout my freelance career, I effectively conducted interviews and collaborated exclusively in English, showcasing my strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse clients.My dedication to providing exceptional service and results earned me an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting the satisfaction of my clients and my resolute commitment to excellence in web development.

Soft-Build is a web development agency specializing in websites, e-commerce websites, and other web services. I succeeded in a small, dynamic team environment, showcasing my versatility by contributing to both the frontend and backend aspects of our projects. My experience working with popular e-commerce platforms such as OpenCart, PrestaShop, and WordPress allowed me to deliver effective solutions tailored to our client's needs.Embracing the remote work culture, I demonstrated strong communication and collaboration skills, ensuring excellent coordination with my teammates despite the geographical distance. This experience enabled me to adapt to various working styles and maintain productivity in a remote setting.Additionally, my proficiency with the CodeIgniter framework played a crucial role in developing our web applications, allowing me to contribute effectively to the team's overall success while continuously expanding my technical skillset.

As a self-taught web developer, I have demonstrated a strong passion for coding and a commitment to continuous learning. By investing countless hours in watching tutorials and expanding my knowledge, I have honed my skills and become proficient in web development.I have applied my expertise by creating websites for various organizations free of charge. These projects have allowed me to work in real-world contexts, providing invaluable experience while collaborating with diverse clients and addressing their unique requirements.Additionally, I have embraced the spirit of collaboration by sharing my knowledge and assisting friends as they begin their web development journeys. This process has reinforced my understanding of the subject matter and contributed to the growth and success of those around me.