About Sebastian
Software Architect and Technical Lead with 8+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade software solutions across finance, insurance, and automotive industries. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams of developers and DevOps engineers, delivering complex projects on time and within scope.
Proficient in managing the entire software development lifecycle — from requirements and architecture to deployment and maintenance. Skilled at combining hands-on engineering with technical leadership, ensuring resilient, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions.
Key Skills
• Technical Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams of software
developers and DevOps engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive
work environment.
• Project Management: Experienced in managing multiple projects
simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
• Software Development: Extensive experience in software development, with
expertise in Java using JavaEE, Spring Boot as frameworks, and familiarity with
Python, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Cloud Computing: Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Cloud
Foundry, including infrastructure design and automation.
• DevOps Practices: Skilled in implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like
Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm Charts, Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep and
Docker.
• Database Management: Strong knowledge of various databases, including
PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, MS SQL, Opensearch and Elasticsearch.
• Problem Solving: Exceptional problem-solving skills with a track record of
resolving complex technical issues quickly and efficiently.
• Innovation: Dedicated to staying current with the latest industry trends and
technologies to continuously innovate and improve software solutions.
English
Native or bilingual
Romanian
Native or bilingual
French
Basic
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- VerticsSoftware ArchitectDIGITAL AND ITNovember 2020 - Today (5 years and 7 months)
- Technical Leadership: Mentoring and leading cross-functional teams, aligning technical execution with business goals.
- Project Delivery: Managing multiple projects simultaneously with strong focus on quality and timelines.
- Software Development: Expert in Java (Spring Boot, JavaEE); experience with Python, Node.js, TypeScript, Angular, Vue.js.
- Event-driven Systems: Strong expertise in Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SQS, with proven patterns for failover and resilience.
- Cloud & Serverless: Experienced in AWS, Azure, and Cloud Foundry.
- API & Integration: Skilled in Kong Gateway, Apigee, and enterprise API management.
- DevOps & Automation: CI/CD with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, IaC with Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep, Containerization with Docker, Kubernetes, Helm.
- Databases & Search Engines: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, MS SQL, Elasticsearch, OpenSearch.
- Problem Solving: Strong ability to resolve complex technical issues quickly and efficiently.
- FortechTechnical Leader & Software ArchitectDIGITAL AND ITSeptember 2022 - December 2024 (2 years and 3 months)Responsibilities:Engaged stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment with business objectives.• Developed and tested applications, ensuring robust functionality and quality.• Coordinated cross-functional teams to facilitate efficient project execution and collaboration.• Supported and maintained applications and infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and availability.• Automated build and deployment pipelines using Jenkins, enhancing development efficiency.• Managed application releases and deployments to facilitate seamless updates and minimize downtime.• Conducted specification analysis and effort assessments to drive project feasibility and success.• Designed and implemented cloud architectures for applications, focusing on scalability and cost efficiency.• Mentored junior developers, offering guidance and technical support to foster their professional growth.• Designed and implemented cloud architectures for applications, enhancing scalability and efficiency.• Drove continuous improvements for applications, optimizing performance and user experience.
- FortechTechnical Leader & Senior Software DeveloperDIGITAL AND ITDecember 2020 - September 2022 (1 year and 9 months)Oradea, RomaniaMentored junior developers, providing guidance and technical support to enhance their skills and professional growth.• Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive project development and successful collaboration.• Developed and tested applications to meet high standards of functionality and quality.• Implemented and managed automated build and deployment processes to streamline development workflows.• Separated the domains of the monolithic application into microservices, improving modularity and maintainability.• Managed the release and deployment of applications, ensuring smooth and timely updates.• Conducted thorough specification analysis and effort assessments to align project deliverables with business requirements.• Monitored and alerted application performance using various tools to ensure system reliability and prompt issue resolution.• Provided ongoing support and maintenance for applications and infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and availability.• Communicated effectively with stakeholders from project conception through to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.• Facilitated financial discussions with team members regarding their salary increases.• Conducted coaching sessions and performance reviews to support team members' development and ensure high performance.• Led the migration of multiple microservices from CloudFoundry to Kubernetes, enhancing scalability and flexibility.
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Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceUniversity of Oradea, Romania, Faculty of Informatics and Sciences2019Bachelor's Thesis: Title: Data Processing for an Order Management System in a Microservices ecosystem using Apache Kafka Description: Developed and optimized a data processing solution for an order management system within a microservices architecture. Leveraged Apache Kafka to ensure efficient and reliable data streaming, enhancing the overall performance and scalability of the system. The thesis involved designing the system architecture, implementing data pipelines, and conducting extensive testing to validate the solution's effectiveness.
- Master’s Degree in Management of Information TechnologyUniversity of Oradea, Romania, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology2021Master’s Thesis: Title: Virtualization of Applications in Microsoft Azure Description: Conducted an in-depth study and implementation of application virtualization within Microsoft Azure. The thesis explored the principles and best practices of virtualization, focusing on how to effectively leverage Azure's capabilities to enhance application performance, scalability, and resource management. The project included designing virtualized environments, deploying applications, and evaluating the impact on system efficiency and cost-effectiveness.