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Yaroslav Shcherban (35 years old)

Senior Software Engineer, M.Sc. in Software Engineering (12 years experience)

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Address: Poltava, Ukraine, 36000
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Education: B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Kharkiv National University of Radio Electronics
(2011–2015); M.Sc. (2022–2024)
Languages: Ukrainian (native), English (Intermediate, B1)

Primary expertise: JavaScript / Node.js

Additional languages: Golang, PHP, C/C++, Java, Rust, Perl, Ruby on Rails, Clojure, Lisp,
C#, Scala, Python
Areas of interest: Machine Learning, Blockchain, Healthcare Technology, Social Impact,
Distributed Systems Architecture, High-Load Systems, Fault Tolerance, Operating Systems,
Embedded Systems

Certifications:
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Recommendations:
Recommendation letters:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1p93MmDCFZ8n1Uz-m6Y7OPSvXTjBCjt7e

Additional references are available upon request, including my former Engineering
Manager and People Partner at Sisense.

Professional Experience:

Sisense (Israel / USA) — https://sisense.com (2021–2026)
Senior Software Engineer

Sisense is an AI-first, developer-first analytics platform for building and embedding
data-driven dashboards and BI solutions. The product focuses on embedded analytics,
scalable data visualization, and enterprise-grade reporting.

Responsibilities:
- Worked in cross-functional Agile teams (Scrum / Kanban)
- Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, sprint reviews, and demo
meetings
- Collaborated closely with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, DevOps, QA, and
Department Directors
- Managed and mentored a team of 2 middle frontend engineers
- Communicated directly with enterprise customers, gathering requirements and clarifying
technical needs
- Owned and managed the Customer Care Board: prioritized incoming customer issues,
distributed tasks across departments, and personally implemented high-priority or technically
relevant requests
- Contributed to R&D initiatives and experimental development streams

Engineering & Architecture:
- Developed and maintained frontend and backend components using React, Vue, Angular,
and NestJS
- Built and supported embedded analytics solutions (Embed SDK / CSDK extensions)
- Worked with distributed and scalable cloud-based infrastructure deployed on AWS
- Used Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of services
- Integrated event-driven systems using RabbitMQ
- Collaborated on system design and API contracts using Swagger/OpenAPI
- Worked with Argo CD for GitOps-based application deployment and release management
- Used Grafana for application monitoring, observability, and troubleshooting
- Participated in improving system reliability, performance, and scalability

Testing & Quality Assurance:
- Designed and implemented testing strategies across multiple layers:
- Unit and component testing: Jest, Vitest
- End-to-end testing: Playwright
- Integration and QA automation: Python-based test frameworks
- Worked closely with QA teams to improve test coverage and product stability

Tools & Technologies:
JavaScript (Node.js), Python, Java, React, Vue, Angular, NestJS, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes,
GitLab, Webpack, Jest, Vitest, Playwright, Swagger/OpenAPI, RabbitMQ, AI-assisted
development tools (Cursor, Claude)

Work model:
Hybrid / Remote (Israel / USA teams)

Blocksport.io (Switzerland) — https://blocksport.io (2020–2021)
Lead JavaScript Developer

Blocksport is a SportsTech startup providing an App-as-a-Service platform for sports clubs,
esports organizations, leagues, and federations. The platform enables organizations to
launch branded mobile applications, engage fans through gamification, monetize
communities, and integrate blockchain-based features, digital memberships, and NFTs.

Responsibilities:
 ● Led the JavaScript development team and participated in architectural decisions
● Developed cross-platform mobile applications using React Native
● Designed and implemented backend services with Node.js
● Built a CMS for sports clubs to manage teams, content, memberships, and fan
engagement
● Worked directly with founders and product stakeholders to define product features
and delivery priorities
● Participated in Agile development processes (Scrum, Kanban)

Blockchain & Payments:

● Integrated blockchain functionality into the platform
● Developed and integrated smart contracts using Solidity
● Implemented payment processing and subscription flows with Stripe
● Participated in the development of tokenized and digital membership features

Backend & Data Engineering:

● Designed and optimized PostgreSQL databases, including stored procedures and
database triggers
● Developed parsers for collecting esports statistics from external data sources
● Built integrations with betting and sports statistics providers
● Implemented asynchronous processing using AWS SQS
● Designed REST APIs and backend services for mobile and web applications

Cloud & Infrastructure:

● Developed and deployed containerized services using Docker
● Worked with AWS cloud infrastructure and messaging services
● Collaborated on scalable backend architecture and deployment processes

Tools & Technologies:
JavaScript (Node.js), React Native, PostgreSQL, Solidity, Stripe, AWS, AWS SQS, Docker,
REST API, Git, Blockchain, Smart Contracts

Work model:
Remote

Open Packaging Network (OPN Platform) — Full-time, Remote (Sep 2019 – Jan 2020)
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Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Open Packaging Network (OPN Platform) is a technology startup focused on developing
digital solutions for supply chain and packaging ecosystem management.

Responsibilities:

● Defined the technical vision and development roadmap for the platform
● Led frontend development and established engineering best practices
 ● Conducted code reviews and mentored frontend engineers
● Worked closely with product stakeholders to align technical solutions with business
objectives
● Coordinated development processes in a fully remote environment

Product & Growth:

● Implemented and configured Google Analytics for product usage tracking
● Introduced A/B testing practices to improve UX and validate product decisions
● Integrated marketing automation tools, including Mailchimp
● Collaborated with product and marketing teams to improve user acquisition and
engagement metrics

Engineering:

● Participated in frontend architecture and feature development using JavaScript
● Improved development workflows, code quality, and engineering standards
● Supported cross-functional collaboration between engineering, product, and
marketing teams

Tools & Technologies:
JavaScript, Google Analytics, A/B Testing, UX Analytics, Mailchimp, Git

Magecom (2018–2019)
https://www.magecom.net/
Magento PHP Developer

Magecom is an e-commerce development company specializing in custom Magento
solutions for online retailers.

Responsibilities:

● Developed and maintained e-commerce solutions based on Magento 1 and Magento
2
● Implemented new business features and customized existing Magento modules
● Developed and enhanced shopping cart, checkout, coupon, shipping, and customer
account functionality
● Extended product management with custom product attributes and catalog features
● Upgraded customer projects from Magento 1 to Magento 2
● Installed, configured, and maintained Magento environments for client projects
● Performed website migrations between customer servers with minimal downtime
● Investigated and resolved production issues and customer-reported bugs

Infrastructure & Deployment:

● Worked with Linux server environments (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS)
● Managed deployments and maintenance using SSH and FTP
● Configured development and staging environments
 ● Collaborated with clients during deployment and release processes

Tools & Technologies:
PHP, Magento 1, Magento 2, MySQL, JavaScript, Linux, SSH, FTP, Git

Work model:
Office

JezaSoft (2017–2018)
Founder, CEO & Technical Lead

JezaSoft was a software development and consulting company delivering custom web
solutions, technical support, and digital services for clients across the USA and Europe.

Leadership & Project Management:

● Founded and managed the company, overseeing both technical and business
operations
● Led a cross-functional team of five specialists, including developers, a designer, a
marketing specialist, and a legal advisor
● Interviewed and hired developers, designers, SEO specialists, and digital marketing
professionals
● Gathered business requirements and prepared technical specifications in
collaboration with customers, marketing specialists, and project managers
● Communicated directly with international customers via chat and voice calls

Software Development:

● Developed custom web applications using PHP, Laravel, Symfony, and Yii
● Built responsive, cross-browser websites and landing pages compatible with
major desktop and mobile browsers
● Built landing pages and corporate websites for businesses across multiple industries
● Implemented responsive HTML email templates for Mailchimp campaigns
● Developed and customized websites based on WordPress, Magento, PrestaShop,
Bitrix CMS, and Flynax

Integrations & Infrastructure:

● Integrated CRM and marketing platforms, including AmoCRM and Roistat
● Configured and maintained VPS and AWS-hosted infrastructure
● Installed and maintained Linux server environments (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS)
● Set up development and deployment environments for customer projects

Product & Digital Marketing:

● Performed technical SEO audits and website optimization
● Analyzed user behavior using Google Analytics and Yandex Metrica
 ● Improved UX based on analytics data, A/B testing results, and business
requirements
● Worked with design systems and mockups using Avocode, Zeplin, Adobe Photoshop,
and CorelDRAW

Tools & Technologies:
PHP, Laravel, Symfony, Yii, WordPress, Magento, PrestaShop, Bitrix CMS, Flynax,
JavaScript, HTML, CSS, AWS, Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS), Mailchimp, AmoCRM,
Roistat, Google Analytics, Yandex Metrica, Avocode, Zeplin, Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW

Squad In Touch Ltd — Full-time, Remote (United Kingdom) (2016–2017)
https://squadintouch.com/
Software Engineer

Squad In Touch developed a digital platform for organizing school sports events,
competitions, and activity tracking, enabling schools to manage sporting activities,
participants, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

● Developed backend services using Node.js
● Maintained and optimized MongoDB databases
● Fixed bugs and implemented new product features
● Collaborated with the development team to improve application stability and
performance

Backend & Reporting:

● Designed and maintained REST APIs for the platform
● Developed automated report generation using LaTeX
● Processed and managed sports event data stored in MongoDB
● Improved backend performance and data processing workflows

Tools & Technologies:
Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, LaTeX, REST API, Git

Work model:
Remote