I am a Senior Software Development Engineer focused on pushing .NET technology limits and building scalable, reliable solutions. I have extensive experience delivering cutting-edge, event-driven systems and automation, backed by a strong background in architecture, QA, and responsible use of AI in software development. My career includes 8+ years at IBM, practicing Agile and DevOps, migrating to cloud, and delivering web and mobile apps across industries. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy driving code quality, maintainability, and client satisfaction. In my spare time, I explore PoCs in land and field management with geomatics and cloud services, and I mentor others to grow their skills. When not hands-on coding, I focus on designing robust architectures, shaping Flow Design & Automation, and advancing QA practices to ensure high-quality outcomes for complex projects.

Valeriu Zabulica

I am a Senior Software Development Engineer focused on pushing .NET technology limits and building scalable, reliable solutions. I have extensive experience delivering cutting-edge, event-driven systems and automation, backed by a strong background in architecture, QA, and responsible use of AI in software development. My career includes 8+ years at IBM, practicing Agile and DevOps, migrating to cloud, and delivering web and mobile apps across industries. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy driving code quality, maintainability, and client satisfaction. In my spare time, I explore PoCs in land and field management with geomatics and cloud services, and I mentor others to grow their skills. When not hands-on coding, I focus on designing robust architectures, shaping Flow Design & Automation, and advancing QA practices to ensure high-quality outcomes for complex projects.

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I am a Senior Software Development Engineer focused on pushing .NET technology limits and building scalable, reliable solutions. I have extensive experience delivering cutting-edge, event-driven systems and automation, backed by a strong background in architecture, QA, and responsible use of AI in software development. My career includes 8+ years at IBM, practicing Agile and DevOps, migrating to cloud, and delivering web and mobile apps across industries. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy driving code quality, maintainability, and client satisfaction. In my spare time, I explore PoCs in land and field management with geomatics and cloud services, and I mentor others to grow their skills.

When not hands-on coding, I focus on designing robust architectures, shaping Flow Design & Automation, and advancing QA practices to ensure high-quality outcomes for complex projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
German
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Dotnet Developer at Xebia
October 1, 2025 - Present
Implemented functional requirements and automated testing for cloud-based applications on PTC Thingworx PaaS; adapted IIoT devices for healthcare; collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality and user experience.
Experiments in latest .Net technologies with AI / CoPilot at Computing Labs SRL
August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Designed and implemented a generic Microservices layer with Blazor Data components; leveraged code-generation techniques (Roslyn analyzers, source generators, or T4 templates); achieved ~30% reduction in manual tasks and 25% efficiency gains.
PoC Project Lead at Automotive Industry Parts Manufacturer
June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Led PoC integrating Blazor-based web and MAUI Hybrid apps with Charism ERP for Logistics and Resource Management; backend microservices with JWT APIs and MS SQL Server; frontend with Blazor and MAUI; data-driven forms.
Senior Software Developer - Event Driven Solutions, Flow Design & Automation at Zenitech
January 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Developed PoC with an Event Driven Design pattern using .NET Core; implemented Flow Design & Automation solutions akin to Workflow Foundation and UiPath for efficient processes; collaborated with teams to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Back End Developer at Stefanini EMEA
October 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Maintenance and development of Amex GTS platform; provided support and enhancements across backend services.
Senior Software Development Engineer at Expressoft Technology
February 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Developed new REST/Web API services for Hospitality / HoReCa; Azure and on-premises PaaS data exchange with Bolt; consulted on Azure DevOps practices and migrations.
Senior Software Development Engineer at IBM Romania
August 1, 2021 - February 29, 2024
ASP.NET Core web app at ECB (European Central Bank): refactoring and redesign of workflow-based modules; QA and TDD; Xamarin Native apps, cloud migration from on-premises to Azure; PoC to migrate Xamarin 4.x to .NET MAUI.
Senior Software Development Engineer at IBM Romania
March 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021
Insurance sector project: MVVM MVC web app enabling users to define ETL rules and validations; MVC, Razor UI; regression tests with SpecFlow; Xamarin Field Management & Support; PoC migration to Azure and Orchard Core.
Senior Software Development Engineer at IBM Romania
June 1, 2018 - February 29, 2020
Migration of legacy apps; WebApi-based services replacing WCF-based service bus; AML module with potential for workflow-based remodelling; Azure ML collaboration.
Senior Software Development Engineer at IBM Romania
February 1, 2018 - May 31, 2018
Azure ML-based prediction app with MVC front-end; collaboration with IBM Netherlands and students; implementing data-driven insights.
Senior Dev Leader at IBM Romania
January 1, 2016 - February 28, 2018
Led R&D projects; migration of applications to cloud; DevOps modernization (Azure, Service Bus); mentoring and coaching of junior developers.
Senior Software Developer at Arnia Software
November 1, 2015 - January 31, 2016
Collaborated on Teamery project; Silverlight-based app; contributed to modernizing UI and architecture.
Senior Developer/Technical Team Leader at Vauban
July 1, 2012 - November 30, 2015
Led WPF/SOA projects; migrated energy grid bidding & information exchange; BI tooling; developed LOB framework; Silverlight SFA.
Software Architect at Aptus Software
July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012
WMS ERP integration, BI projects; Silverlight-based kiosk; added software enhancements for ERP integration.
Senior Consultant at BluePoint IT Solutions
March 1, 2005 - June 30, 2011
SOA-based solutions for European R&D projects; Microsoft-based environments; focus on integration with non-Microsoft platforms.
Owner at Computing Labs
October 1, 1999 - December 31, 2009
Established and operated a computing lab; built business and delivered client-focused solutions.
IT Consultant at Medico Uno Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009
Improved data acquisition and processing for pharmaceutical multidimensional data warehouse projects.
Team Leader at DATASIS
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Led BI/ETL initiatives; data processing and reporting enhancements.
IT Manager at UNTRR - Romanian Road Transporters Union
May 1, 2001 - March 31, 2003
Managed IT operations and online road transport opportunities exchange platform; IT governance.
Owner at Amoeba V USA
October 1, 1995 - July 31, 2000
Built client base and provided IT services and consulting.
IT Consultant & Support at Machine World Inc.
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2000
Provided POS IT solutions for restaurants, bars, and small warehouses.
LAN Expert at CATS CO
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1995
Designed and implemented Novell-based LANs and network infrastructure.

Education

Master’s Degree, Computer Science at Universitatea Politehnica din București
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1987
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science Engineer at University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1987
Certified Java Developer at CODECS
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Project Manager, Project Management at CODECS
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Java Programming
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Azure Administration Essential Training
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Microservices: Design Patterns
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
What Is React? (intro & fundamentals)
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Building Web APIs with ASP.NET Core in .NET
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Professional Services, Education