CONTACT

5205677@gmail.com

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SKILLS

Programming & Markup:

HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, React, Tailwind

Tools & Platforms:

Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, Cursor, GitHub, Jira, Figma, Google Analytics, Lighthouse, SQL Server

Cloud (AWS - in progress):

Hands-on labs with S3, Lambda, API Gateway, IAM basics; preparing for SAA-C03

EDUCATION

BBA in Computer science

Bernard M. Baruch College

2016-2019 | 3.927 GPA

MS in Engineering Science

Belarusian-Russian University

2010-2012

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Brest State Technical University

2002-2007 | Diploma with Excellence

ABOUT

Proficient and detail-oriented bilingual (English/Russian) Software Engineer with extensive experience in web application development. Proven track record in delivering robust software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, optimizing dynamic websites, and troubleshooting complex technical issues. Actively leveraging AI-assisted development (with human-in-the-loop review) and building AWS fundamentals to deliver faster, reliable outcomes while maintaining engineering rigor.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Software Engineer (Independent Contractor)

The Princeton Review | May 2022 - April 2025

  • Serve as the main front-end developer on the Tutor.com website redesign project and contributed to enhancements on princetonreview.com, implementing responsive UI components ensuring performance and SEO-friendliness.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and deploy features that enhance UX, aligning with internal and external customer needs.
  • Integrated Google Analytics tracking to monitor, troubleshoot, and analyze user behavior, contributing to data-driven decision making and ongoing software improvements.
  • Used AI-assisted tooling to accelerate routine coding and documentation while preserving code quality through peer reviews and testing.
  • Introduced cloud-ready patterns (statics on CDN, API-first thinking) to ease future migration to AWS services.

Manager

AGA Truck Parts Inc. | July 2012 - March 2022

  • Led cross-departmental initiatives to automate core retail workflows (quotations, order placement, inventory management, shipping), reducing manual effort and errors.
  • Designed system architecture, supervised development teams, and spearheaded testing to ensure end-to-end quality across sales, purchasing, logistics, accounting, and warehouse.
  • Acted as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, ensuring clear requirements gathering and efficient issue resolution.
  • Oversaw global client communication, including technical consultations, order management, and organization of domestic/international shipments.
  • Efficiently handled customer claims and complex escalations, improving satisfaction and repeat business.

Senior Teacher

Brest State Technical University | August 2009 - June 2012

  • Taught various Computer Engineering topics and practical labs, creating syllabi, assignments, and handouts.
  • Mentored first-year students, collaborating with admissions to define prerequisites for undergraduate programs.

Teacher

Brest State Vocational Technical College of Instrument Engineering | September 2008 - August 2009

  • Delivered courses in Engineering Graphics, Theoretical Mechanics, and Lifting Machinery & Equipment.
  • Guided students in adopting technology solutions for research projects.

Engineer

Brest Recovery Works Maintenance Company | August 2007 - August 2008

  • Monitored distribution and utilization of company vehicles to optimize efficiency.
  • Maintained lifting equipment and ensured its safe, compliant operation.