I care as much about what to build and why as I do about how to build it. I'm passionate about designing digital products and bridging UX research, interface design, and front-end code. I'm looking for remote roles where I can deepen expertise in one discipline or work across the full spectrum.

Veronika Nikonova

I care as much about what to build and why as I do about how to build it. I'm passionate about designing digital products and bridging UX research, interface design, and front-end code. I'm looking for remote roles where I can deepen expertise in one discipline or work across the full spectrum.

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I care as much about what to build and why as I do about how to build it. I’m passionate about designing digital products and bridging UX research, interface design, and front-end code.
I’m looking for remote roles where I can deepen expertise in one discipline or work across the full spectrum.

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Language

German
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English
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Russian
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Work Experience

Freelance Web Developer
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Built no-code websites for local businesses, improving their digital presence and customer contact systems.
Co-Founder & Operator at Sitmycat - Mobile Cat Care Service
February 1, 2014 - Present
Founded and operated a relationship-based pet-sitting service for 10 years with high client retention. Solved behavioral challenges by observing patterns, identifying underlying causes, and creating customized care plans that worked for both pets and owners.
Full Stack Developer at Markup AI
April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Remote built full-stack features for content cube using TypeScript, MUI/SCSS, and Nest.js; from user interface to backend logic. Refactored component architecture to remove side effects, making the codebase easier to maintain and extend. Served as liaison between design and engineering, contributing to accessibility initiatives (WCAG compliance).
Website Redesign Project (Sitmycat) at Sitmycat
August 1, 2025 - Present
Research-driven redesign of Sitmycat's digital presence including market research, user validation, UX decisions, and technical implementation.
Co-Founder & Operator at Sit My Cat - Mobile Cat Care Service
February 1, 2014 - Present
Founded and operated a relationship-based pet-sitting service for 10 years with high client retention. Solved behavioral challenges by observing patterns, identifying underlying causes, and creating customized care plans that worked for both pets and owners. Learned how to run a service business from the ground up—from understanding what drives customer decisions to managing day-to-day operations.
Freelance Web Developer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Built no-code websites for local businesses, improving their digital presence and customer contact systems.

Education

Full-Stack Web Development & UX/UI Design Training at Ironhack
January 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Full-Stack Web Development & UX/UI Design Training at Ironhack
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education

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