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I’m Maxim Smirnov, a digital entrepreneur and product builder from Moldova. I identify underserved markets and ship production-grade products from scratch—moving fast with AI and modern tools, with strong instincts for growth, distribution, and monetisation. I founded a digital agency and built Moldova’s first free freelance marketplace (live with real users). I designed and deployed the infrastructure myself, and I’ve led both products from idea to growth. I’m fluent in four languages and comfortable operating across Eastern European markets.…I’m Maxim Smirnov, a digital entrepreneur and product builder from Moldova. I identify underserved markets and ship production-grade products from scratch—moving fast with AI and modern tools, with strong instincts for growth, distribution, and monetisation. I founded a digital agency and built Moldova’s first free freelance marketplace (live with real users). I designed and deployed the infrastructure myself, and I’ve led both products from idea to growth. I’m fluent in four languages and comfortable operating across Eastern European markets.

Maxim Smirnov

Web Developer, Back-End Developer, Digital Marketer, +1

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I’m Maxim Smirnov, a digital entrepreneur and product builder from Moldova. I identify underserved markets and ship production-grade products from scratch—moving fast with AI and modern tools, with strong instincts for growth, distribution, and monetisation. I founded a digital agency and built Moldova’s first free freelance marketplace (live with real users). I designed and deployed the infrastructure myself, and I’ve led both products from idea to growth. I’m fluent in four languages and comfortable operating across Eastern European markets.…I’m Maxim Smirnov, a digital entrepreneur and product builder from Moldova. I identify underserved markets and ship production-grade products from scratch—moving fast with AI and modern tools, with strong instincts for growth, distribution, and monetisation. I founded a digital agency and built Moldova’s first free freelance marketplace (live with real users). I designed and deployed the infrastructure myself, and I’ve led both products from idea to growth. I’m fluent in four languages and comfortable operating across Eastern European markets.

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I’m Maxim Smirnov, a digital entrepreneur and product builder from Moldova. I identify underserved markets and ship production-grade products from scratch—moving fast with AI and modern tools, with strong instincts for growth, distribution, and monetisation.

I founded a digital agency and built Moldova’s first free freelance marketplace (live with real users). I designed and deployed the infrastructure myself, and I’ve led both products from idea to growth. I’m fluent in four languages and comfortable operating across Eastern European markets.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

Ukrainian

Fluent

Russian

Fluent

English

Advanced

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan

Intermediate

Work Experience

Content Writer & Junior Editor at ITC.ua Tech Media

January 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026

Covered daily technology news across AI, gadgets, research, and digital innovation for a leading Ukrainian tech publication. Managed the full content lifecycle in WordPress CMS: research, writing, publishing, and SEO. Delivered consistently under daily editorial deadlines, including weekend coverage.

Founder & Developer at VAN7 Moldova (van7-moldova.com)

January 1, 2026 - Present

Founded Moldova’s first dedicated digital agency by spotting a local market gap. Built the multilingual agency website from scratch, including a custom internationalisation system supporting 4 languages with no framework. Handled the full client lifecycle independently: brand identity, digital strategy, and campaign execution, while also owning the technical development and infrastructure. Operated end-to-end as both product/operator and technical implementer for client deliverables.

Founder & Product Lead at Freelance Moldova (freelance-moldova.com)

January 1, 2025 - Present

Built a production-grade freelance marketplace from scratch after identifying an untapped niche in Moldova. Owned the full technical and product architecture using Next.js and PostgreSQL, with Docker-based deployment on a self-managed VPS. Designed automated backup processes and maintained 99.9% uptime. Implemented monetisation systems including subscriptions and boost models, and integrated PayPal payments. Drove organic distribution and community growth, reaching 50+ registered users and 30+ posted jobs without paid acquisition. Delivered end-to-end product ownership: opportunity validation, feature scoping, system design, deployment, and growth.