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Yana Malenko
Software Engineer
Lviv, Ukraine | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | github.com/akchonya | LinkedIn

Profile
Software Engineer with 2+ years of commercial experience building backend systems, automation tools and scalable web
applications using Python and Go.
Experienced in designing backend architecture, building REST APIs, integrating third-party services, deploying production
applications, and developing software in fast-paced startup environments. Comfortable taking ownership of features from
design and implementation through deployment and production support.
Strong analytical background with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Algebra, Cryptology and Game Theory. Passionate about
building reliable software, learning new technologies and solving complex engineering problems.

Technical Skills
Languages: Python, Go, SQL, TypeScript
Backend: FastAPI, Django, Gin, GORM, REST APIs, WebSockets, JWT Authentication
Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
Messaging: RabbitMQ
Cloud & DevOps: Docker, Docker Compose, Linux, GitHub Actions, Nginx, SSH, VPS Deployment, Google Cloud Platform
Integrations: Telegram Bot API, Telegram Web Apps, Google APIs, Resend, Webhooks
Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript
Languages: Ukrainian (Native), English (B2)

Experience
Freelance Software Engineer Jul 2025 – Present
Designing and developing custom software solutions focused on backend development, API integrations and business process
automation.
• Built backend services using Python and Go.
• Designed REST APIs and database schemas.
• Automated business workflows and repetitive manual processes.
• Integrated third-party APIs including Google Workspace, Telegram and external services.
• Developed lightweight React / Next.js interfaces when required.
• Deployed applications on Linux VPS using Docker, Docker Compose and GitHub Actions.
• Worked directly with clients from requirements gathering to production deployment.
Software Engineer — Monsta (Remote) Jun 2024 – Jul 2025
Worked on a production blockchain gaming platform serving thousands of daily active users.
• Participated in redesigning the backend architecture and migrating production services from Python to Go.
• Designed and implemented scalable backend services using Gin, PostgreSQL, Redis and RabbitMQ.
• Built asynchronous messaging infrastructure for large-scale Telegram broadcasts.
• Implemented email broadcasting infrastructure using Resend.
• Developed payment processing, staking, referral systems and game mechanics running in production.
• Built internal analytics dashboards and administration tools.
• Integrated Telegram Web Apps and external APIs.
• Deployed and maintained production services on Linux VPS infrastructure.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable production software.
Freelance Software Developer Sep 2023 – Jun 2024
• Developed custom backend applications for startups and small businesses.
• Designed REST APIs and backend architecture from scratch.
• Built administration panels using React and Next.js.
• Integrated third-party APIs and webhooks.
• Automated customer workflows and business processes.
• Designed database schemas and backend infrastructure.
Education
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Bachelor of Science in Computer Algebra, Cryptology and Game Theory 2019–2023
Harvard University
CS50x – Introduction to Computer Science 2022