Marek Rjelka
@marekrjelka
Senior backend engineer building scalable Node.js/TypeScript microservices and event-driven systems.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Backend Engineer with 6+ years building production Node.js/TypeScript microservices and event-driven architectures. I focus on designing APIs and systems that stay reliable under real industrial constraints.
I founded and led a deep-tech company from concept to series deployment for industrial customers like Volkswagen and SpaceX. I architected a complete backend platform, including REST and GraphQL APIs, real-time monitoring data pipelines, and end-to-end traceability across production lines.
I bring strong technical depth across infrastructure and ML/Computer Vision. I’ve deployed containerized backends on AWS using Docker and CI/CD, and I’ve built ML-powered optical identification solutions with PyTorch and ONNX for extreme operational conditions.
With a Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering and a track record of publications and patents, I now apply systems-level backend engineering to SaaS platforms. My style is engineering-first: API-first design, event-driven workflows, automated testing, and clear operational ownership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & CTO
Senodis Technologies GmbH
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Founded and led a production backend platform for industrial automation, building Node.js/TypeScript microservices and real-time event-driven monitoring pipelines for industrial customers. Integrated OPC UA, TCP, and REST/WebSocket device interfaces and deployed ML-based optical identification using PyTorch and ONNX.
Research Scientist
Fraunhofer IKTS / IZFP
Jan 2010 - Jan 2021 (11 years)
Developed machine-learning algorithms and software for non-destructive testing, including signal processing and sensor data analysis. Published 23 scientific papers and filed 4 patents in pattern recognition and measurement data pipelines.
Full-Stack Developer
Moovinv
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Built an aerospace procurement platform (JULIE) with a Strapi/Node.js backend and React frontend, including reporting, supplier management, and quote comparison features. Worked in an international remote team using agile practices and Git branching workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden)
Dr.-Ing., Electrical Engineering
Earned a Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering from TU Dresden, supported by 23 publications and 4 patents.
Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden)
Dipl.-Math., Numerical Mathematics
Earned a Dipl.-Math. in Numerical Mathematics from TU Dresden.
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Website
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