Maxim Trubachenko

Experience

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  English Club SAM

  Sept 2009 - Feb 2013

  Teacher of English, French and Italian

  For several years, I was a teacher of English, French and Italian. I taught both adults and kids, groups, individual clients, businesses and corporate clients alike.

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  Expolight

  Feb 2013 - Jul 2016

  I steered seamless project delivery across architectural, landscape, and interior lighting projects.Ensured Cross-functional Collaboration between teams and departments throughout all project stages:- Client Engagement- Requirement Elicitation & Definition- Lighting Design Concept Development- Contract Negotiation & Finalization- Equipment Procurement & InstallationDelivered Successful Projects: Jack House, Cascade Plaza, BAO Restaurant, etc.

  • Project Manager

    Jul 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Brand Manager

    Feb 2013 - Jul 2014
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  Black Wing Foundation (BWF)

  Jul 2016 - Jun 2017

  Project Manager

  For a year, I managed a successful mobile game port project:- led the year-long project of porting the award-winning game Life Is Strange from PC to mobile for a 30+ person team;- delivered the project within strict budget and schedule constraints utilizing a fixed-cost approach;- effectively managed scope creep and change requests, ensuring project focus and team alignment;- mitigated retention and team management challenges to maintain a high-performing development team.The successfully ported game is now available on App Store and Google Play. Show less

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  RubyGarage

  Jun 2017 - Feb 2019

  Project Manager, Product Owner

  At RubyGarage, I learnt to be an Agile Project Management and Product Ownership Expert:- managed multiple concurrent Agile projects, successfully combining Project Manager and Product Owner responsibilities;- championed a value-driven approach, prioritizing tasks based on continuous business value delivery for clients;- thrived in flexible scope and schedule environments, prioritizing dynamically based on customer needs; - adept in Scrum and Kanban methodologies, fostering high-performing teams through agile coaching.- delivered successful projects, exceeding goals and receiving positive client and internal feedback.Key Projects:- Recruiterly- Accept- Mercury (Internal Hedge Funds Portal for RockCreek) Show less

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  Sigma Software Group

  Feb 2019 - Nov 2020

  Senior Project Manager, Office Head

  In Sigma Software, a top 100 global outsourcing company, I held a position of a Senior Project Manager and worked in high-standard environments:- delivered a fixed-price research project for Platina and Formpipe, exceeding expectations;- simultaneously spearheaded the efficiency optimization of all processes for a travel startup, Fly.me. Empowered the startup by defining a successful KPI system;- led the delivery of a fixed-cost project for a prestigious client, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) - DG Compass;- demonstrated versatility by applying Agile and Waterfall methodologies, managing over 15 team members, and contributing to product management aspects;- adeptly managed 20+ external stakeholders within a single project.Beyond core PM duties, I served as the Head of the Dnipro Office, representing Sigma Software in the region and promoting its values to the local community. Show less

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  Yalantis

  Nov 2020 - Nov 2024

  Delivery Manager, Head of Delivery Unit

  At Yalantis, I led a high-performing delivery unit, driving growth and excellence across all aspects.My key responsibilities included:1. Delivery Excellence: I ensured exceptional project delivery through a robust quality control system (reporting, KPIs/OKRs), personalized mentoring of project managers, and effective handling of escalations and conflicts;2. High-Impact Leadership: I fostered a high-performing team by:- managing and developing a group of project managers through coaching, mentoring and consulting;- implementing strategic and tactical account development plans, including upselling and cross-selling opportunities.- cultivating strong client relationships and individual partnership terms.3. Client Acquisition: I led the pre-sales process, crafting proposals, roadmaps, and staffing plans to secure new clients and kick off successful projects;4. Business Development Strategy: I developed and implemented our business development strategy, including marketing initiatives (ICP, case studies), R&D for competitive advantage, and continuous improvement of our business domain expertise.5. As well, I dealt with Company-wide Initiatives: I contributed to broader company goals by participating in strategic planning, quality management initiatives, AI/ML product supervision, talent management, and ISO certification processes.My leadership directly contributed to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Gross Profit Margin, Revenue, Talent Retention, Customer Satisfaction, and Employee Satisfaction. Show less

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  SoftServe

  Nov 2024 - now

  Portfolio Director

  As a Portfolio Director, I lead the development and execution of a diverse portfolio of Data Science and AI/ML programs and projects. I collaborate closely with clients to leverage the power of AI/ML, optimizing their software development lifecycle (SDLC), enhancing team performance, and automating business processes. By delivering innovative solutions, I contribute to significant ROI for our clients.In addition to portfolio management, I actively engage in business development, collaborating with Account and Client Executives, Delivery Directors, and Senior Project Managers to expand existing client relationships and secure new contracts.As well, I contribute to the growth of our Delivery Unit by introducing Lean methodologies and industry best practices in portfolio, program, and project management at a processes integration level. Show less