KKKevin Karp
@kevinkarp
Experienced Engineering Manager with a broad technical skill set.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
I am an Engineering Manager with extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality software applications in Agile environments. My background includes managing complex technical projects and mentoring engineers to ensure adherence to best practices. I have a proven track record of driving continuous improvements and managing sprint cycles effectively.
Throughout my career, I have successfully transformed team performance, led significant tech transitions, and delivered cost-saving system migrations. My expertise in full-stack development, particularly with Java and Spring, has enabled me to create innovative solutions that align with strategic business objectives. I am passionate about fostering a collaborative environment that empowers team members to grow and excel in their roles.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Engineering Manager
Scalable Capital
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Managed development teams and drove product roadmap while collaborating with business stakeholders. Led service delivery in cross-functional teams and transformed team performance, resulting in a 2x increase in team velocity.
Engineering Manager
Alteryx
Jul 2023 - Jan 2024 (6 months)
Managed development teams and drove product roadmap while collaborating with business stakeholders. Led a complex tech transition project, ensuring on-time delivery and enabling seamless adoption of the new system.
Engineering Manager
Autoscout24
Jun 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year)
Managed development teams and mentored team members on coding best practices. Led a cost-saving system migration project, achieving a 95% reduction in operational costs while maintaining performance.
Lead Java Developer
Busylamp
Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 (8 months)
Served as Tech Lead for overall architecture and design, managing development teams and mentoring on coding best practices. Successfully turned around a struggling project, guiding it to production after a year delay.
Software Development Manager
2E Systems
Nov 2019 - Oct 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Managed development teams and modernized a legacy system, significantly improving team efficiency and reducing onboarding time for new members from a year to just three months.
Product Architect
Mezzanineware
Aug 2013 - Oct 2019 (6 years 2 months)
Served as Tech Lead for product architecture and led the integration of M-Pesa for real-time payments, achieving a near 100% reduction in fraud compared to previous systems.
Java Developer
BB&D - Vodacom/Vodafone
Oct 2010 - Nov 2011 (1 year 1 month)
Revamped a faulty refund batch system, increasing its success rate to near 100% and eliminating the need for manual updates, significantly improving reliability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Science, Computing
2014 - 2017
Completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computing, focusing on various aspects of computer science and software development.
Institute of Bankers South Africa
Credit Diploma, Banking
2008 - 2010
Achieved a Credit Diploma, enhancing knowledge in banking principles and practices.
CRUX Computer Training Institute
Computer Science Diploma, Computer Science
2000 - 2001
Completed a Computer Science Diploma, gaining foundational skills in programming and software development.
Availability
Location
GermanyAuthorized to work in
Website
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