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ARTEM KUSAKOV
REACT NATIVE DEVELOPER KYIV, UKRAINE [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

DETAILS PROFILE
Kyiv A dedicated and experienced software engineer with over 7 years of expertise
Ukraine in developing innovative mobile applications across industries such as education,
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) e-commerce, entertainment, social media, smart home, financial technology, and hobby
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) & lifestyle. Skilled in building MVPs from scratch, designing robust architectures, and
implementing advanced features to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions that meet
SKILLS both technical and business objectives. Passionate about staying at the forefront of
mobile development trends and driving impactful results for clients.
React Native

JavaScript EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

React React Native Developer at Heartify Inc.
July 2023 — December 2024
Native Android
Developed and released multiple MVP applications from scratch to test market and
Native iOS audience responses. Key responsibilities included:

• Selecting technologies and designing the architecture.
Java
• Setting up project and common app services, such as databases, push notifications,
in-app purchases, and analytics
LANGUAGES
• Selecting and integrating third-party AI APIs.
English
• Managing the entire release cycle and ensuring seamless app deployment.
Ukrainian
MicroReads
Russian
Built an app tailored for personal growth enthusiasts, offering succinct summaries of
over 2,500 bestselling nonfiction books. Users could absorb key insights in just 15
LINKS
minutes through reading or listening, aiding time-conscious individuals in their personal
LinkedIn development journey.

CoinLens

Created an innovative app leveraging AI to identify and catalog nearly 500,000 coins
worldwide. Users could scan coins to uncover their details, value, and historical
significance. With instant valuations and a comprehensive database, it became an
essential tool for both numismatists and casual collectors.

Plant Scanner: Identify & Care

Built an AI-powered app for plant enthusiasts to identify over 30,000 species and access
detailed care information. Users can diagnose plant health issues, receive actionable
solutions, and explore insights into origins, uses, and cultural significance. The app
blends advanced AI with intuitive design, catering to both casual and dedicated plant
lovers.

React Native Developer at Post Inc.
May 2022 — June 2023
Developed POST, a social media app designed for creators to monetize their content
through sellable posts. The platform enables creators to connect with audiences and
earn money directly in-app, offering seamless tools for content creation and sharing.

• Built the app from scratch, delivering a fully functional MVP.

• Implemented core features, including photo/video editing, payments, and chat, by
integrating third-party SDKs.

• Managed app releases, ensuring timely delivery and feature rollouts.
React Native Developer at OwnRock
October 2021 — May 2022
Developed smart home management apps for Klarstein and Blumfeldt, two product
lines of a leading German household appliance company. The apps allowed users to
manage multiple hubs, create schedules and countdowns, and share access with others.
The project also featured integration with user-owned cooking devices through detailed
recipe guides.

• Refactored and debugged legacy code, ensuring stable releases.

• Enhanced scheduling and countdown features for improved device automation.

• Integrated and debugged a shared business logic library for seamless functionality
across both apps.

• Added support for new devices, expanding the app’s compatibility.

• Developed and optimized new features for device management.

React Native Developer at Bark.com
May 2019 — June 2021
Contributed to the development of Bark, an online marketplace connecting customers
with local and online professionals. Focused on improving app performance, user
experience, and feature functionality for both buyer and seller platforms.

• Delivered new features in collaboration with backend and design teams, enhancing
app usability and engagement.

• Refactored legacy code to improve maintainability and scalability.

• Optimized app performance, reducing load times and improving overall
responsiveness.

• Integrated advanced features, including in-app purchases, push notifications, and
camera functionality, to expand user capabilities.

• Proposed and implemented innovative features, driving increased user satisfaction
and platform adoption.

React Native Developer at Light-IT
January 2017 — May 2019
Worked at an outsourcing company, contributing to a wide range of projects of
varying sizes and complexities across different industries. Developed high-quality mobile
applications tailored to client needs while collaborating with international teams.

• Restaurant Discount App: Developed a platform allowing users to book tables
and receive discounts directly off their restaurant bills (10–50%) without coupons.
Worked extensively with maps and geolocation features to provide a seamless user
experience for locating participating restaurants.

• Expense Sharing App: Created an app for splitting group expenses efficiently
among friends, colleagues, or any group members. It allowed users to manage
shared payments and distribute costs fairly based on participants’ contributions.

• Contact Aggregator: Built an application to consolidate contacts from Facebook,
LinkedIn, and Google accounts, enabling users to manage all their connections in
a single, unified interface.

• Contributed to several smaller projects, providing scalable solutions for
e-commerce, entertainment, and productivity applications.
EDUCATION
Master, Software Engineering, Zaporizhzhya National Technical University,
Zaporizhzhya
September 2014 — September 2019