RPRares Pop
@rarespop
Insightful with a deep understanding of where the pitfalls are in all aspects of SaaS businesses.
PeruWhat I'm looking for
Throughout his 18 years of technical career, Rares has led his consultancy through dozens of technical projects.
As a senior engineer with a decent academic understanding, Rares has architected products and services for blue-chip companies such as Agfa, BSkyB, Allied Domecq, Nuance (Spinvox). He has also led projects at several ambitious startups including Truepath Wireless, Events.com.
His most recent research includes coverage of the math behind fuzzy logic, regression analysis, neural networks and of course super-intelligence and the best way to model knowledge and thought processes.
His seniority and extensive experience has qualified Rares in advisory roles for his clients and Venture Capital firms rely on his expertise to perform pre-investment due-dilligence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Founder and CTO
Ashta.io
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Led the development of a collaborative web platform for the fashion industry, optimizing AI-based recognition and matching algorithms. Managed a growing technical team and product development.
Engineering Director
Crane.com
Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 (4 years 11 months)
Revamped the technical stack of a historic brand, leading an international team to modernize the entire system from consumer UI to production.
Interim CTO
Openstage.live
Apr 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year 5 months)
Led a successful pivot for a platform connecting fans and artists, redesigning the tech stack for scalability and mentoring a new team.
Co-Founder and CTO
Popmetrics.io
Jan 2016 - Sep 2018 (2 years 8 months)
Developed a virtual assistant for small business marketing, leading the team and designing algorithms for marketing insights using machine learning.
Owner and Managing Director
Azoth
Aug 1998 - Jan 2017 (18 years 5 months)
Founded and managed a software development company, overseeing numerous projects for clients across various countries, with hands-on coding and project management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Agriculture Bucharest
2nd degree (hobby), Horticulture
2016 -
Pursued a second degree in horticulture as a hobby, exploring interests outside of technology.
National College “Andrei Muresanu”
Programmer, Analyst, Programming
1998 -
Studied programming and analysis, gaining foundational skills in software development and technical problem-solving.
University BB Of Cluj
Accelerated Studies
1996 -
Engaged in accelerated studies, furthering education in a competitive academic environment.
University Of Bucharest
Accelerated Studies
1994 -
Participated in accelerated studies, enhancing knowledge in various academic disciplines.
Availability
Location
PeruAuthorized to work in
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