Nikolay Taskov

Experience

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  Applications Software Systems

  Oct 2006 - Sept 2007

  Junior Software Engineer

  Developing new features and fixing bugs for pharmaceutical softwarebased on C++, MFC, T-SQL and MS SQL Server.

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  Bianor

  Oct 2007 - Jul 2009

  Software Engineer

  * Implementing various enterprise and mobile applications based onJava, J2ME, BlackBerry, PHP and Python tech stacks.* Researching and evaluating various cutting-edge technologies aspart of the R&D team.

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  Softbox Ltd

  Aug 2009 - Jul 2014

  CEO and Co-Founder

  * Managing a startup company that provides outsourcing services anddevelops in-house products.* Designing, developing, and implementing various enterprise andmobile applications based on Java, Scala, PHP, Android, and* BlackBerry tech stacks.

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  MentorMate

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Senior Software Engineer

  * Developing various enterprise projects based on the Java tech stack.* Developing new features.

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  Scalefocus

  Jun 2015 - May 2021

  * Leading a team of senior managers - Portfolio and Technologymanagers.* Directly reporting to the CEO.* Apply and set OKRs.* Responsible for 20+ projects for various customers located in the U.S.and Canada.* Overseeing salary reviews and adjustments.* Managing hiring processes and responsibilities. * Leading a team of middle managers.* Responsible for the development of the Java department.* Developing a vision for the department's growth and implementingnew technologies and best practices.* Overseeing salary reviews and adjustments.* Managing hiring processes and responsibilities. * Leading a team of 20+ developers including several Technical Leads.* Hands-on participation in various projects based on Java tech stackand responsibility for their smooth delivery.* Oversaw salary reviews and adjustments.* Manage hiring processes and responsibilities. * Leading a team of 7+ developers.* Hands-on participation in various projects based on Java tech stackand responsibility for their smooth delivery.* Participating in architectural boards and being responsible for makingtechnical decisions.* Actively participating in technical interviews. * Developing various enterprise projects based on the Java tech stack.* Mentoring junior developers.

  • Senior VP | North America Division

    Sept 2020 - May 2021

  • Technology Manager

    Jan 2020 - Sept 2020

  • Practice Manager

    May 2018 - Dec 2019

  • Technical Lead

    Apr 2016 - Apr 2018

  • Senior Software Engineer

    Jun 2015 - Mar 2016
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  OVO

  Sept 2021 - Sept 2022

  Senior Software Engineer @OVO via Techpods

  * Design and architect micro-services based on Java/Kotlin tech stack.* Build ML models using Python tech stack.* Developing new features.* Mentoring junior developers.

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  GONG Gaming

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

  Engineering Manager

  * Leading front-end, back-end, and QA teams.* Directly reporting to the CEO.* Managing the technical roadmap.* Overseeing teams career growth and development.* Setting personal goals for team members.* Managing hiring processes and responsibilities.* Prioritising strategic tasks effectively.

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  Harby Health

  Nov 2023 - Dec 2024

  Founder

  Developing a comprehensive application using Flutter/Supabase techstack to combat and prevent burnout syndrome.