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I design backend systems that support rapid experimentation, smooth scaling, and measurable user impact. At Shown.io, Foodkit.io, and Babystep.tv, I’ve owned features end-to-end: shaping technical approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. I work with PHP and Go, using PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to deliver fast, reliable solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where engineering, product, and design work closely together to create meaningful user experiences—and maintainable code supports continuous learning and improvement.…I design backend systems that support rapid experimentation, smooth scaling, and measurable user impact. At Shown.io, Foodkit.io, and Babystep.tv, I’ve owned features end-to-end: shaping technical approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. I work with PHP and Go, using PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to deliver fast, reliable solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where engineering, product, and design work closely together to create meaningful user experiences—and maintainable code supports continuous learning and improvement.

Dmitry Lezhnev

Back-End Developer, Full Stack Developer, Cloud Developer, +2

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I design backend systems that support rapid experimentation, smooth scaling, and measurable user impact. At Shown.io, Foodkit.io, and Babystep.tv, I’ve owned features end-to-end: shaping technical approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. I work with PHP and Go, using PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to deliver fast, reliable solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where engineering, product, and design work closely together to create meaningful user experiences—and maintainable code supports continuous learning and improvement.…I design backend systems that support rapid experimentation, smooth scaling, and measurable user impact. At Shown.io, Foodkit.io, and Babystep.tv, I’ve owned features end-to-end: shaping technical approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. I work with PHP and Go, using PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to deliver fast, reliable solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where engineering, product, and design work closely together to create meaningful user experiences—and maintainable code supports continuous learning and improvement.

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I design backend systems that support rapid experimentation, smooth scaling, and measurable user impact. At Shown.io, Foodkit.io, and Babystep.tv, I’ve owned features end-to-end: shaping technical approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. I work with PHP and Go, using PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to deliver fast, reliable solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where engineering, product, and design work closely together to create meaningful user experiences—and maintainable code supports continuous learning and improvement.

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Work Experience

Senior Backend Engineer at Shown.io

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Led backend development from architecture to delivery for an AI-powered ad automation SaaS. Owned features end-to-end: designing backend approaches with product teams, implementing and releasing backend functionality, and monitoring outcomes to iterate based on real data. Collaborated with product and frontend teams to translate business requirements into robust APIs and backend capabilities; integrated major ad networks to expand platform coverage and customer reach; maintained CI/CD pipelines with 1M+ automated tests (83% coverage) to ensure rapid, safe deployments. Mentored engineers, introduced structured code reviews, and improved release stability.

Backend Engineer at Foodkit.io

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Designed scalable backend architecture with bounded contexts (payments, inventory, and delivery) to enable faster feature development and reliable multi-client deployments. Worked closely with CTO and product teams to translate business requirements into backend solutions; integrated payment gateways, delivery providers, and POS systems; produced OpenAPI specs to validate API implementations and provide documentation for frontend and partner integrations. Optimized PostgreSQL databases and internal workflows; mentored development team in TDD and SOLID principles to improve code quality and release stability.

Backend Developer at Babystep Inc.

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Implemented internal CMS to manage thousands of educational video assets; built production pipelines that compile video assets for partner networks; implemented public API for consumer mobile apps; configured cloud infrastructure on Azure.