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Nikolajus Karpovas

@nikolajuskarpovas

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Experienced backend Golang developer with a focus on microservices.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that values innovation and offers opportunities for growth.

I am a dedicated backend Golang developer with extensive experience in building and maintaining microservices. Currently, I work at NordSecurity, where I contribute to the development of the backend architecture, focusing on adding new features and optimizing existing microservices. My technical expertise includes Go, gRPC, AWS, and Kubernetes, among others.

Previously, I held positions at IBM and BookerZzz, where I led teams and collaborated on large-scale projects for major clients. My role involved coaching team members in Go programming and making critical decisions regarding technology adoption. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions and enhancing system performance.

In addition to my professional experience, I have developed open-source projects like Superhero Match and Chatster, showcasing my commitment to innovation and continuous learning in the tech field. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems and am always eager to take on new challenges.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Backend Golang Developer

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NordSecurity

Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)

As a backend Golang developer at NordSecurity, I work on microservices that power the Saily backend. My role includes adding new features and creating new microservices using technologies such as Go, gRPC, AWS, and MySQL.

Golang gRPC AWS GraphQL MySQL GolangCI Lint Golangci Lint

Backend Golang Developer

IBM

Feb 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year 4 months)

At IBM, I worked on a large-scale project for a major energy company, leading the Go team and coaching developers in Go. I participated in technology decisions and led refinement sessions, utilizing Go, Ruby on Rails, and AWS.

Golang Ruby on Rails gRPC AWS Postgres Azure Golangci Lint

Backend Golang Developer

BookerZzz

Jul 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 11 months)

During my time at BookerZzz, I developed multiple microservices for the HotelSpecials website, focusing on data serving, pricing, and booking processes using Go, MySQL, and Docker.

Golang MySQL Docker gRPC Elasticsearch Terraform Jenkins AWS

Backend Golang Developer

BookerZzz

Apr 2019 - Jul 2020 (1 year 3 months)

In my earlier role at BookerZzz, I worked on microservices for the HotelSpecials website, focusing on data serving and pricing, utilizing Go, MySQL, Docker, and gRPC.

Golang MySQL Docker gRPC Elasticsearch Terraform Jenkins AWS

Backend Golang Developer

United Wardrobe

Mar 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year 1 month)

At United Wardrobe, I developed microservices for their website, including product data services and an ETL pipeline using AWS Lambda, employing Go, MySQL, and Docker.

Golang MySQL Docker Redis AWS

Full-Stack ASP.NET MVC Developer Intern

Flores.nl

Sep 2015 - Oct 2015 (1 month)

As an intern at Flores.nl, I worked as a full-stack ASP.NET MVC developer, gaining experience in web application development.

ASP.NET MVC C++SQL Server HTML CSS JavaScript

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Hogeschool van Amsterdam

Bachelor of Science, Technical Computing

2012 - 2018

Studied Technical Computing (TC) focusing on the principles of computing, programming, and software development. The curriculum included practical projects and theoretical knowledge to prepare for a career in technology.