About
Me.
Learn more about my background, interests, and journey — the bits that don't fit in a hero block.
My Story
I'm a software engineer passionate about exploration—in code and life. Born in Russia and raised in Germany since age six, I studied mechatronics before initially joining a big corporation. Driven by independence, I ventured into freelancing and later founded my own company, embracing the entrepreneurial spirit despite challenges. Currently, I work as a software developer at doinstruct.
Outside the digital realm, you'll find me pushing through ultramarathons, free diving, or transforming a van into a camper for adventures with my wife Vika and our cats. Through it all, I carry the same mindset: patience, persistence, and continuous improvement. This website shares my journey, connects me with like-minded adventurers, and documents personal and professional growth.
Professional Life
Where I've shipped code, in roughly chronological order.
Senior Frontend Developer
Leading frontend development with modern frameworks, focusing on UX design and scalable solutions. Specializing in API development, Svelte, and Jest.
Co-Founder & Head of Software
Developed an AI-powered SaaS tool for customer intelligence, centralizing and analyzing customer feedback to guide product development. Managed technical direction, product planning, and team coordination.
Full Stack Developer
Provided bespoke web solutions for clients, enhancing websites and developing backend and frontend systems. Enjoyed close client collaboration and rapid skill expansion.
Software Engineer & Project Manager
Engineered software solutions, including visualization tools and Android applications, managed international teams, and coordinated project specifications and deployments.
Life Philosophy
I believe in living a balanced life that embraces both technology and nature, challenge and rest, solitude and community. Some principles that guide me:
- 01Continuous improvement over perfection
- 02Experiences over possessions
- 03Curiosity as a lifelong practice
- 04Finding joy in the journey, not just the destination
- 05Making time for both deep work and deep play
These values inform how I approach my career, my hobbies, and my relationships. I'm always seeking to learn, grow, and connect with others who share similar interests or can introduce me to new ones.
Drop a line.
Postcards, training notes, collaborations — whatever's on your mind.
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