Yevhem

Yevhen Mykytsei
Python Backend Developer | FastAPI, Django ORM, PostgreSQL, Stripe

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Location: Wrocław, Poland (Open to Remote)

Telegram: https://t.me/skeletronus

GitHub: https://github.com/skeletronys

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Summary
Python backend developer with real-world experience building scalable services using
FastAPI and Django ORM. Integrated complex payment systems (Stripe, PayPal), real-time
communication (WebRTC), and optimized backend logic for performance and
maintainability. Proven ability to work independently and in agile teams. Quick to adapt,
proactive in solving edge-case problems, and confident with full-cycle backend delivery.
Designed stable database architecture capable of handling high-concurrency operations
with response times under 100ms for 100+ active users.

Tech Stack & Skills
Languages: Python 3.10+, SQL, C++ (basic, C++14)
Frameworks: FastAPI, Django 4+, Django ORM, DRF
Databases: PostgreSQL, SQLite
Tools & Concepts: Git, GitHub, Pytest, Docker (basic), Uvicorn, Gunicorn, Celery, Redis,
REST, TDD, OOP, SOLID, DRY, Agile (Scrum, Kanban)
Integrations: Stripe, PayPal, Telegram API, WebRTC (aiortc), SendGrid, PyJWT
Other: HTML/CSS, Bootstrap, Pandas

Experience
Backend Developer – Indie Startup Projects
Dec 2024 – Present
Projects: Hippocket, Prosox

- Built production-ready REST APIs using FastAPI and Django ORM
- Integrated Stripe and PayPal for secure multi-currency payments
- Developed Celery workers for async background tasks (license validation, usage tracking)
- Implemented real-time video chat with WebRTC (aiortc + aioice)
- Led updates to legacy codebases with full testing and validation
- Designed and optimized a scalable PostgreSQL schema supporting 100+ concurrent users
with efficient indexing and query performance
- Created reusable email notification system with SendGrid
- Participated in team Agile development and CI/CD pipelines

Pet Projects (Short Summary)
- Restaurant Kitchen App (Django + PostgreSQL): Ingredient and order management UI
GitHub: https://github.com/skeletronys/restaurant-kitchen-service
- Library Service (Django + Telegram): Book lending with Telegram bot alerts
GitHub: https://github.com/skeletronys/Library-Service/tree/develop
- Airport API (Django + Swagger): Booking and flight schedule API
GitHub: https://github.com/skeletronys/Py-Airport-API-Service/tree/develop
- AI Assistant Telegram Bot (FastAPI + LangChain + Redis): Contextual Telegram chatbot
with knowledge base search
GitHub: https://github.com/skeletronys/Test-task-with-AI-and-
Telegram/tree/dev_version_2

Education
- Python Backend Developer Program – Mate Academy
- College Python Course: OOP, SQL, Django, REST

Achievements
- Delivered two complete production projects as core backend developer
- Integrated Stripe, PayPal, and Telegram into working business services
- Designed a stable, performant database layer for high-load environments
- Transitioned from junior to independent contributor within 6 months

Languages
- English: Intermediate
- Ukrainian: Native