Professional Experience

Limassol, Cyprus • On-site

Leading strategic initiatives for partner platform integrations at a premier global trading platform. Driving innovation through cloud technologies and strategic product development while managing cross-functional teams.

Limassol, Cyprus • On-site

Leading a globally distributed team of inspiring individuals. We aim to work on the world's hardest problems in line with the UN's SDGs for 2030. To date, we have completed multiple projects spanning South America, Africa, South East Asia, EMEA, and Europe while cooperating with leading NGOs.

Cyprus • On-site

In my capacity as Director & Head of Deriv Cyprus, I have been instrumental in steering the operational and human resources strategies that have catalyzed our organization's growth and culture. My leadership has been pivotal in transforming our office from a tight-knit team of 8 into a thriving community of over 30 dedicated professionals, fostering an environment that not only attracts but retains top talent.

During my tenure, Deriv Cyprus has been honored with the 'Great Place to Work' award for two consecutive years, a testament to our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and dynamic workplace. Additionally, achieving the 'Investors in People - Platinum' accreditation stands as a hallmark of our dedication to employee development, engagement, and satisfaction.

My focus on operational excellence and strategic HR initiatives has not only expanded our physical presence but has also cultivated a culture that embodies excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. By prioritizing the well-being and professional growth of our team, I have ensured that Deriv Cyprus remains at the forefront of the financial services industry, marked by a resilient and innovative workforce.

Limassol, Cyprus • On-site

Leading a small team of highly skilled Project Managers to innovate and drive the development of cutting-edge products, our initiatives significantly enhance user experience and drive market growth. Our approach integrates customer-centric product strategy, agile methodology, and cross-functional collaboration, enabling our teams to deliver solutions that exceed market expectations.

Limassol, Cyprus • On-site

As a Senior Business Analyst at a leading fintech company, my primary role is to drive business growth and efficiency through the delivery of data-driven insights and process optimization. I work cross-functionally with multiple teams, including product development, marketing, and operations, to identify, analyze, and solve complex business problems.

Cyprus

As DevOps Manager, I led and mentored the DevOps team in architecting and constructing a robust multi-cloud infrastructure tailored to enhance our trading operations.

GT Group • Limassol, Cyprus

As Product Manager, I led the comprehensive redesign of Client and Affiliate portals, orchestrating UX research and fostering seamless communication among cross-functional teams. My leadership ensured that our strategic vision was preserved at every stage of development while also addressing emerging challenges effectively.

XAmplifier • Cyprus

Established the European headquarters of XAmplifier in Cyprus, setting a strategic foothold for the company within the region. Led the recruitment, selection, and training processes for the inaugural team, laying the foundation for EU operations.

Managed all legal and financial aspects of the European headquarters, ensuring compliance and fiscal responsibility. Achieved significant cost reductions by renegotiating vendor contracts and securing more favorable terms, enhancing financial efficiency.

Developed and oversaw comprehensive budgets for the European HQ, encompassing both operational and developmental expenditures. Successfully expanded the company's workforce to an 18-month period, demonstrating strong growth and organizational development.

Chicago, Illinois, United States • On-site

Spearheaded the migration of on-premises infrastructure to AWS, serving as the Principal Architect for XAmplifier's cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security (HIPAA compliance), and performance.

Promoted DevOps and Agile methodologies, leading the design and development of CI/CD pipelines (AWS CodePipeline/CodeCommit/CodeDeploy) and transitioning to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, enhancing operational efficiency and deployment reliability.

Advanced the company's software engineering capabilities by leading development teams in creating enterprise solutions and the core SaaS platform, utilizing a diverse tech stack (Python, ColdFusion, SQL, Node.js, Vue.js).

Innovated a custom ETL system for efficient client data management and led the evolution of monolithic applications to decoupled architecture, significantly improving modularity and business agility.

Drove technological transformation by migrating legacy applications to containerized solutions (Docker, AWS ECS).

Limassol • On-site

Orchestrated software integration and data interfacing projects, directly engaging with C-level executives to tailor solutions that align with strategic business goals.

Established and nurtured high-value partnerships with leading hospital organizations in the US and EU, expanding XAmplifier's market reach and forging strong industry connections.

Leveraged deep industry knowledge and technical expertise to lead initiatives in HIPAA-compliant solutions, setting the standard for privacy and security in healthcare data management.

The Hizzle • Freelance • Cyprus

Acting consultant on data related solutions including but not limited to:
- Data Interfacing between The Hizzle and B2B prospects / clients
- ETL design
- AWS Architecture audit and improvements
- Cloud Operations Engineer