Zorica Kostova
@zoricakostova
Results-driven Senior Software Engineer with over a decade of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Software Engineer with over a decade of experience in designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. My expertise lies in full-stack development, system architecture, and performance optimization across various platforms. I am proficient in all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) using Agile/SCRUM methodologies, and I am passionate about writing clean code and building scalable applications.
In my most recent role as a Senior Software Engineer, I provided software development consulting services and contributed to freelance projects. I led the design and deployment of critical features in an E-commerce platform, significantly improving its scalability, security, and performance. My commitment to continuous learning has driven me to explore new technologies and complete industry-related courses, ensuring I stay current with industry trends.
Throughout my career, I have developed and maintained various services, including billing systems and order management systems, while mentoring junior developers and conducting code reviews to uphold high coding standards. I thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to architectural decisions and knowledge-sharing sessions that enhance team productivity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Software Engineer
Self-Employed / Consulting
Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Provided software development consulting services and contributed to freelance projects. Explored new technologies and completed industry-related courses, engaging in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with industry trends.
Senior Software Engineer
Xogito Group
Oct 2020 - Mar 2023 (2 years 5 months)
Led the design, development, and deployment of critical features in an E-commerce platform, improving scalability, security, and performance. Designed and implemented custom product creation workflows, enabling merchants to personalize offerings within the print-on-demand platform, and developed and maintained billing services integrating multiple payment providers. Optimized order management syst
Senior Software Engineer
NTH Group
Nov 2013 - Oct 2020 (6 years 11 months)
Participated in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, system design, coding, testing, and deployment. Developed affiliate tracking software, interactive dashboards, chatbots, and SMS verification services, and implemented and optimized backend services, APIs, and databases to support high-traffic e-commerce operations. Enhanced system performance and reliabilit
Software Engineer
Matrix Global
Dec 2009 - Oct 2013 (3 years 10 months)
Involved in requirements analysis, design, and development of mobile and web applications for language learning services for telecom providers in South America. Focused on client-server communication and UI development, working on continuous improvements of application stability and performance through debugging and code optimization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering
Master's degree, Software Engineering
Completed a Master's degree focusing on advanced topics in software engineering. Gained expertise in designing and developing complex software systems.
Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies
Bachelor's degree, Informatics and Computer Engineering
Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Informatics and Computer Engineering. Studied core principles of computer science, information technology, and electrical engineering.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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