Darko Cebov
@darkocebov
Staff Software Engineer specializing in scalable backend systems, Node.js, TypeScript, and cloud-native architectures.
North MacedoniaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Staff Software Engineer with an M.Sc. in Software Engineering and over a decade of experience designing and scaling secure backend systems. I focus on building high-availability microservices, API design, authentication/authorization, and modernizing legacy codebases.
At KindWorks.AI I architected and scaled a GKE-based platform handling millions of daily messages, led a zero-downtime migration to Firestore that improved query performance by 40%, and modernized frontend and backend stacks to TypeScript and NestJS, reducing critical bugs by 30%.
I have broad cloud and devops experience (GCP, AWS, Docker, GitHub Actions), a track record of integrating third-party APIs and payment systems, mentoring teams, and delivering reliable production systems with strong observability and 99.9% uptime.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Staff Software Engineer
KindWorks.AI
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Architected and scaled the Beni platform on GKE to run dozens of HA microservices handling millions of daily messages; led Datastore→Firestore migration with zero downtime and 40% better query performance while modernizing JS to TypeScript/NestJS to reduce critical bugs by 30%.
Senior Software Engineer
Torre.ai
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Designed and maintained microservices (Scala, TypeScript) supporting high-traffic recruiting and matching features, built Amazon and Stripe integrations, and drove TypeScript adoption to reduce technical debt and improve performance.
Freelance Software Engineer
Freelance
Feb 2013 - Jan 2021 (7 years 11 months)
Delivered over 400 projects across platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, providing backend and frontend development, integrations, and custom software solutions for diverse clients.
Co-Founder / Tech Lead
Flimelo
Jul 2019 - Feb 2020 (7 months)
Co-founded and led development of a cross-platform dating app on GKE, implemented matching algorithm and in-app economy with payment integrations to drive retention and revenue growth.
Full Stack Developer
TED Solutions Inc.
Feb 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 10 months)
Developed an AIS-based GIS monitoring and tracking system delivering near real-time speed and location monitoring; system remains in production use.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
GTGoce Delčev University - Štip
Master of Science, Software Engineering
2021 - 2025
Completed a Master of Science degree in Software Engineering with coursework and a publication related to internet-controlled household electrical devices.
Huawei - Seeds for the Future (Huawei University)
Information and Communication Technology
2018 - 2018
Completed Huawei's 'Seeds for the Future' elite ICT training program focused on information and communication technology.
UMUniversity of Maribor
Computer Science and Information Technologies
2018 - 2018
Attended coursework in Computer Science and Information Technologies during an exchange/short-term program from January to June 2018.
GTGoce Delčev University - Štip
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering and Technologies
2014 - 2018
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and Technologies focusing on software and systems engineering fundamentals.
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Location
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