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Oleksandr Erm

> Software Engineer | DevOps Specialist | Builder
// 20+ years of crafting digital solutions
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About

I build scalable systems and solve complex problems through code. With two decades of experience, I focus on creating elegant solutions that bridge the gap between innovative ideas and practical implementation.
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Expertise

Full-Stack Development

Crafting scalable web applications with modern technologies
• Next.js
• React
• Node.js
• Python
• Django
• FastAPI

DevOps & Cloud Engineering

Designing robust infrastructure and deployment pipelines
• Kubernetes
• Docker
• AWS
• Terraform
• CI/CD

AI & Machine Learning

Exploring intelligent solutions and generative technologies
• LLMs
• RAG
• Prompt Engineering
• OpenAI
• Langchain
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Work History

AI Solutions Architect | AI Assistants & Development Workflows | Business Automation

Independent • Freelance
Jan 2024 - Present · 1 yr
Berlin, Germany
Pioneering the next generation of AI-powered development and business solutions. I specialize in creating intelligent systems that transform how teams work, develop software, and manage infrastructure through cutting-edge AI integration.
// Key highlights:
• Building custom AI assistants for business process automation
• Developing AI-powered development workflows and tooling
• Creating intelligent infrastructure management systems
• Designing AI solutions for productivity and business optimization

Cloud Infrastructure Expert | DevOps | Kubernetes Solutions & Ongoing Support

Freelance • Freelance
Feb 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos
Berlin, Germany
Say goodbye to infrastructure headaches and unleash the full power of AWS with your very own DevOps Superhero! I'm not just another engineer; I'm a passionate problem-solver and automation mastermind, here to revolutionize your cloud experience.
// Key highlights:
• Building lasting relationships: You'll get a trusted partner, not just a freelancer
• Solving complex challenges: Bring me your toughest problems, I love a good puzzle
• Delivering real results: Your success is my success
• Battle-Tested Expertise: From legacy systems to cutting-edge solutions

Founder | DevOps Services for EU and US

upSpawn OÜ • Full-time
Nov 2020 - Present · 4 yrs 9 mos
Berlin, Germany
upSpawn is DevOps professional services company. Our focus is the automated management of the small to medium-scale cloud infrastructure between 5 and 50 servers.
// Key highlights:
• Kubernetes clusters for web applications
• GitOps implementation and management
• Bare metal servers provisioning automation
• Automated management of cloud infrastructure (5-50 servers)

Product Manager | API Agile Scrum Operations SQL | B2B FinTech Marketplace

CrossLend GmbH • Full-time
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Crosslend is a Debt Marketplace offering a digital platform to connect lenders and institutional investors across the EU for many asset classes.
// Key highlights:
• Product management of Loan Tape and Investment Asset Management API
• Internal tools for asset management, cash flow modelling, financial reporting
• Tech infrastructure setup: data pipelines automation, Kubernetes cluster
• Solution architecture and leadership oversight

Software Architect / Team Lead | PHP JS Python AWS DevOps | FinTech

CrossLend GmbH • Full-time
Oct 2015 - Jan 2017 · 1 yr 4 mos
Berlin Area, Germany
Team Lead for a team of 10 working on in-house built CRM (loans accounting), Salesforce Integration and Bank Integration.
// Key highlights:
• Led team of 10 developers on CRM and integration systems
• Managed cross-team projects and set code quality processes
• Introduced new technologies and educational activities
• Worked with product managers on technical solutions

Senior Software Developer | PHP Angular JS Python | FinTech

CrossLend GmbH • Full-time
Nov 2014 - Oct 2015 · 1 yr
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Pioneering cross-border marketplace lending platform connecting borrowers from high-interest rate countries with investors from low-interest rate countries.
// Key highlights:
• Cross-border marketplace lending platform development
• Bridging Europe's credit divide
• Digital credit mediation and financing solutions

CEO | Pre-seed startup investments

WrenchTech BV • Full-time
May 2018 - Jan 2019 · 9 mos
Berlin Metropolitan Area
WrenchTech is the operational VC that provides its ventures with capital, an extensive network, and exclusive access to operational and technical expertise.
// Key highlights:
• Berlin-based investor backing early-stage companies
• Hands-on support in Software Engineering, Digital Marketing, Design
• Business Intelligence, Sales and Recruiting expertise
• Dozens of operational experts supporting portfolio companies

Lead Software Engineer | PHP JS Angular | Content Marketing

EPAM Systems • Full-time
Nov 2011 - Apr 2014 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Lviv, Ukraine
Team lead for PHP developers team (up to 5 people) integrated into bigger multi-technological team of 30 persons for Fortune 500 client.
// Key highlights:
• Led PHP development team of 5 people
• Marketing websites and content delivery platforms
• Tools and SDKs for third-party vendors
• Agile and Kanban methodologies

Project Manager | Lead Developer | E-Commerce | PHP

Magneticone • Full-time
May 2007 - Nov 2011 · 4 yrs 7 mos
Ternopil, Ukraine
First commercial software development experience. Quickly promoted to leading position developing new products for eCommerce modules marketplace.
// Key highlights:
• SaaS services for E-Commerce and B2B development
• Small teams up to 5 people
• PHP, MySQL, Zend Framework and AWS services
• eCommerce modules marketplace products
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Notable Projects

UpSpawn

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Founder & Lead Engineer
DevOps consultancy platform revolutionizing infrastructure management
// Impact: Simplified cloud infrastructure for 50+ tech startups

HelmBay

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Open Source Contributor
Kubernetes chart repository and management platform
// Impact: Simplified Kubernetes deployment workflows

Renamed.to

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Founder & AI Architect
AI-powered PDF file renaming service using intelligent content analysis
// Impact: Automated file organization for thousands of users

Oleks.ai

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Founder & Technical Lead
AI-driven DevOps platform for intelligent infrastructure automation
// Impact: Streamlined DevOps workflows with AI-powered insights
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Weekend Experiments

Todoist MCP Server

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A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Todoist API integration with AI assistants. Provides 32 strongly-typed tools for complete task management through natural language interactions.
TypeScriptNode.jsMCPAxiosZodJest
Status: CompletedView Details →

Cursor Stats Extension

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A browser extension that visualizes your Cursor AI coding activity with interactive charts and calendars. Tracks agent messages, accepted code suggestions, and token usage to help optimize your AI-powered development workflow.
TypeScriptChrome ExtensionChart.jsWXTReact
Status: CompletedView Details →
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