Daniel Telarik
@danieltelarik
Strategic IT and software development leader driving digital transformation and engineering performance.
What I'm looking for
I am a director-level engineering and IT leader with extensive experience building, governing, and scaling distributed software organizations across Europe.
I specialize in enterprise software delivery, P&L ownership, and leading organizations in regulated and mission-critical environments, with a strong focus on delivery predictability, cost efficiency, and long-term operational stability.
In recent roles, I led engineering delivery for large-scale process automation and network information platforms within the energy and industrial domain, aligning engineering execution with executive business priorities and long-term portfolio direction.
My leadership style is people-first but outcome-driven. I build high-trust, remote-first environments that enable autonomous teams to deliver sustainably, even during periods of organizational change or market pressure.
I work closely with B-level and executive stakeholders on strategy, investment decisions, and portfolio evolution.
Based in Central Europe (CET/CEST).
Open to Director of Engineering / Head of IT / VP of Software Engineering roles (EU, remote or hybrid).
Certifications: PRINCE2 Foundation | Certified Agile Leadership (CAL)
Languages: English (C2), Spanish (B2), German (A2), Czech (Native)
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Led engineering organizations within the Energy & Utilities division, with accountability for software delivery, financial oversight, and organizational development across multiple countries. Operated in regulated, mission-critical environments.
Guided organizations through periods of growth, restructuring, and post-merger integration.
Founder / Project Manager
Nexdesign.cz
Jan 2011 - Jan 2017 (6 years)
Founded and ran a web development consultancy delivering custom solutions across the Czech Republic and EU, overseeing sales, project delivery, and client relationships to drive commercial and technical outcomes.
Team Leader / Scrum Master
Tieto Czech s.r.o.
Jan 2009 - Jan 2011 (2 years)
Led development and support teams in enterprise IT projects, implemented Agile and ITIL practices, and managed SLA performance while executing a successful technology and knowledge transfer for international customers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Business School Ostrava
Master’s Degree, Business, Economics & Management
Completed a Master’s degree in Business, Economics & Management with focus on managerial and economic principles relevant to business leadership.
AHOL College Ostrava
College Diploma, Information Technology
Earned a college diploma in IT covering foundational information technology subjects and practical skills in software and systems.
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Software and tools used professionally
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