Golang
Aleksandr Zhitnikov
System Engineers Team Lead
Tbilisi
Summary
Development and administration of cloud solutions based on kubernetes and not only. Organized team leader builds positive rapport, inspires trust and guides teams toward achievement of organizational goals. Strong facilitator adept at working cross-departmentally with co-management and top-level leadership. Excellent trainer and mentor.
Critical thinking DevOps Engineer with extensive understanding of high availability architecture and concepts. Purpose-driven professional with capacity to be strong team player plus work effectively independently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
System Engineers Team Lead
Gcore
09.2023 - Current
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing team member skills and project requirements, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating a role model for the team by demonstrating a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decision-making.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround times for critical tasks without compromising quality.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
DevOps Engineer
Gcore
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Developed incident response plans that decreased resolution times for production issues.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical systems, ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.
- Provided technical guidance during product planning sessions, aligning business objectives with technological capabilities.
- Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes, improving resource utilization and management.
- Automated manual tasks through scripting languages such as Python or Shell, boosting team productivity levels.
DevOps Engineer
Gcore
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Developed incident response plans that decreased resolution times for production issues.
- Provided 24/7 on-call support for critical systems, ensuring high availability and rapid issue resolution.
- Maintained version control systems like Git or SVN for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
- Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes, improving resource utilization and management.
DevOps Engineer
NAUMEN
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Maintained version control systems like Git or SVN for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
- Documented project design for reference and future use cases.
- Tuned systems to boost performance.
- Implemented best practices to protect data and assets.
Engineering Team Lead
NAUMEN
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Reduced project lead times through effective planning and prioritization techniques that aligned with organizational goals closely.
- Achieved high-quality project outputs by enforcing strict adherence to engineering best practices and design standards.
- Analyzed project data to identify areas of improvement for future endeavors, driving continuous process enhancement efforts.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies for major engineering projects, minimizing potential issues during execution stages.
- Optimized workflows with continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in reduced operating costs.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Enhanced team performance through regular feedback sessions and performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, enabling seamless collaboration throughout project lifecycles.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Support Engineer
NAUMEN
08.2015 - 02.2020
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, staying organized and meeting deadlines consistently.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction, even during peak times or high-volume ticket periods.
- Ensured compliance with industry best practices and company policies throughout all support activities undertaken by the team.
- Authored comprehensive reports on trends observed in customer inquiries, offering insights into potential product improvements or additional services offerings.
Voice Transmission Systems Engineer
LLC "Network Of Digital Channels"
10.2011 - 08.2015
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Applied lean principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in various engineering projects.
- Resolved critical issues during system integration phases, ensuring seamless transitions between design iterations.
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
Education
Diploma in Engineering, Theoretical Electrical Eng -
Ural State Technical University
Yekaterinburg, Russia 01.2005 - 04.2011
Skills
Schedule Management
Certification
Maintenance and Operation of A7302 ISAM Multiplexers Using the A5523 AWS Management Platform - Alcatel Lucent Training Center 4960
Software
Python
Interests
Bicycle
Hiking
Timeline
System Engineers Team Lead
Gcore
09.2023 - Current
DevOps Engineer
Gcore
10.2022 - 09.2023
DevOps Engineer
Gcore
03.2022 - 10.2022
DevOps Engineer
NAUMEN
02.2020 - 03.2022
Engineering Team Lead
NAUMEN
10.2018 - 02.2020
Support Engineer
NAUMEN
08.2015 - 02.2020
Voice Transmission Systems Engineer
LLC "Network Of Digital Channels"
10.2011 - 08.2015
Diploma in Engineering, Theoretical Electrical Eng -
Ural State Technical University
01.2005 - 04.2011
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