Platon

Platon Vakulenko
Python Backend Developer
Dnipro, Ukraine | Open to relocation

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Summary
Python Backend Developer with commercial experience developing backend services, REST APIs, and
database-driven applications using Python and FastAPI. Experienced in building authentication systems,
integrating third-party services, and deploying applications with Docker and AWS. Worked on AI-powered
products and startup projects, contributing to backend architecture, asynchronous processing, and cloud
infrastructure. Focused on writing maintainable code, designing scalable solutions, and delivering
business-oriented functionality in Agile environments.

Professional Experience
Noosphere Engineering School — Backend Developer​
Oct 2025 – Present

●​ Develop backend services for AI-powered social media content generation and automated publishing
●​ Design database structure and implement data access layers for PostgreSQL-based applications
●​ Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms using JWT and OAuth2
●​ Build asynchronous backend processes and external service integrations
●​ Containerize applications with Docker and participate in deployment automation
●​ Collaborate with frontend developers and participate in API design discussions
●​ Contribute to application architecture and backend performance improvements
●​ Work in Agile teams using code reviews and iterative development practices

Startup Project | Travel Planner — Web Developer​
May 2025 – Oct 2025

●​ Contributed to an early-stage travel startup focused on AI-powered trip planning
●​ Built backend API functionality for trip planning, itinerary management, and location search
●​ Designed and implemented REST endpoints, authentication flows, and server-side business logic
●​ Integrated third-party APIs and external services
●​ Collaborated with the team to refine product requirements and deliver technical solutions
●​ Supported deployment, server configuration, bug fixing, and ongoing feature development

Tech Stack
Backend Development
●​ Languages & Frameworks: Python, FastAPI, Django
●​ Libraries: asyncio, aiohttp, boto3, Pydantic, psycopg, python-jose, bcrypt
●​ API & Architecture: REST APIs, Authentication, JWT, OAuth2

Databases
●​ Relational Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL
●​ ORM & Querying: SQL, SQLAlchemy, Django ORM, Alembic
DevOps & Cloud
●​ Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Docker Compose
●​ Cloud: AWS (S3, Lambda, Step Functions, IAM, VPC, SSM Parameter Store)
●​ Infrastructure & CI/CD: Terraform, Ansible, GitHub Actions

Tools & Environment
●​ Version Control: Git
●​ Operating Systems & Shells: Linux, Bash scripting
●​ Methodologies: Agile, Kanban, Scrum

Languages
●​ Ukrainian — Native
●​ English — Strong B1

Education
Oles Honchar Dnipro National University — Bachelor’s in Systems Analysis & Applied Mathematics

Professional Training
●​ Python Professional (Advanced OOP, AsyncIO, Architecture Patterns) — Hillel IT School
●​ SQL & Database Design — Hillel IT School
●​ Backend Development with Python (Django, Authentication, Deployment Basics) — Udemy
●​ Terraform & AWS Basics (IAM, EC2, S3, Deployment Fundamentals)