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Iurii Afanasev

@iuriiafanasev

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Senior Backend Engineer specializing in Go and PHP development.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

With over 15 years of experience in software development, I have honed my skills across various industries, including FinTech, Classifieds, Marketplaces, and Game Development. My journey from a PHP Developer to a Senior Backend Engineer has equipped me with a deep understanding of clean code principles, system design, and effective technical project leadership. I thrive in collaborative environments, where I can leverage my expertise to drive innovation and optimize processes.

At Avito, I played a pivotal role in the monetization cluster, leading cross-functional teams to enhance product features and improve system performance. My achievements include optimizing the Cost Per Action model, which significantly reduced item switching time and decreased support load by 30%. I successfully migrated a legacy PHP microservice to Go, ensuring zero downtime and maintaining system stability. My commitment to continuous learning and resilience has been instrumental in my ability to tackle complex challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

As a Scrum Master, I have established effective workflows and facilitated Scrum processes, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. I am passionate about mentoring and sharing knowledge, having organized a Scrum Community and delivered lectures on code quality. I am eager to contribute my skills and experience to a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Backend Engineer

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Avito (ex.OLX Group)

Jul 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Reduced item switching time from 4 hours to 1 minute, decreasing support load by 30% and company revenue loss by 1 million euro yearly. Implemented effective monitoring with product and technical metrics, uncovering and resolving major issues and proactively identifying potential release risks.

Go)PHP PostgreSQL MySQL System Design Scrum Master Grafana Microservices Redis RabbitMQ

Senior Software PHP Engineer

Alpari

Aug 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Integrated with APIs of 8 payment systems from China, Brazil, Russia, and Kazakhstan, expanding the company's market reach and providing global deposit/withdrawal options. Analyzed and improved the payment pipeline, significantly reducing fraud risks, enhancing code quality, and improving system performance.

PHP MySQL API Integration

Senior Software PHP Engineer

Banki.ru

Jul 2013 - Aug 2016 (3 years 1 month)

Developed integration with major banks to display their offices and ATMs on an interactive map, increasing site audience by at least 3%. Migrated and improved the bank's rating and reviews section with minimal bugs.

PHP MySQL Frontend Development QA Scrum

Middle PHP Developer

A1 Media Holding

Apr 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year 3 months)

Developed platforms for accepting promotional codes for large clients like PepsiCo and Philip Morris. Improved the CRM system for analysts and reports, consistently delivering projects within tight deadlines.

PHP CRM Systems Promotional Code Platforms Project Management Reporting

Middle Software PHP Developer

Russobit-M

Jan 2011 - Apr 2012 (1 year 3 months)

Maintained the website for the MMORPG Runes of Magic, which had over 100,000 daily users. Integrated with the game Sealtek, ensuring smooth operation and user experience.

PHP MMORPGs

Software PHP Developer

Sealtek

Sep 2007 - Jan 2011 (3 years 4 months)

Developed an online monitoring system for a control center, ensuring real-time data visibility and operational efficiency. Contributed to the development of communication services integration.

PHP Communication System Integration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Moscow State Aviation Technological University

Master's Degree, Engineering

Obtained a Master's Degree in Engineering from Moscow State Aviation Technological University. This institution is recognized as one of the top 10 technical universities in Russia.

Zend Technologies

Certification, PHP Engineering

Achieved Zend Certified PHP Engineer 5.5 certification, demonstrating expertise in PHP development. This certification validates advanced knowledge and skills in PHP.

Linux Professional Institute

Certification, Linux System Administration

Obtained Junior Level Linux Certification (LPIC-1), confirming foundational knowledge in Linux system administration. This certification covers essential skills for Linux professionals.

Oracle

Certification, MySQL Database Management

Earned Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL 5 certification, showcasing proficiency in MySQL database management. This certification validates expertise in MySQL database administration.

Zend Technologies

Certification, PHP Engineering

Achieved Zend Certified PHP Engineer 5.3 certification, demonstrating early expertise in PHP development. This certification highlights foundational skills in PHP programming.