I am an accomplished Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in software engineering and more than 7 years leading development teams. I've led transformational projects, including a cloud-based storage solution for LG phones, AAA gaming studio teams delivering under tight deadlines, and complex FinTech projects. I have deep expertise in backend and database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, and Kafka, alongside building scalable RESTful APIs using frameworks like FastAPI and Django. Passionate about open-source, I'm an active contributor to the aiohttp Python framework and always keen on embracing new technologies and agile methodologies to deliver effective and robust solutions.

Aleksei Kutepov

I am an accomplished Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in software engineering and more than 7 years leading development teams. I've led transformational projects, including a cloud-based storage solution for LG phones, AAA gaming studio teams delivering under tight deadlines, and complex FinTech projects. I have deep expertise in backend and database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, and Kafka, alongside building scalable RESTful APIs using frameworks like FastAPI and Django. Passionate about open-source, I'm an active contributor to the aiohttp Python framework and always keen on embracing new technologies and agile methodologies to deliver effective and robust solutions.

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I am an accomplished Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in software engineering and more than 7 years leading development teams. I’ve led transformational projects, including a cloud-based storage solution for LG phones, AAA gaming studio teams delivering under tight deadlines, and complex FinTech projects.

I have deep expertise in backend and database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, and Kafka, alongside building scalable RESTful APIs using frameworks like FastAPI and Django. Passionate about open-source, I’m an active contributor to the aiohttp Python framework and always keen on embracing new technologies and agile methodologies to deliver effective and robust solutions.

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Work Experience

Lead Software Engineer at Lantern.ai
October 1, 2024 - Present
Refactored the PHP legacy backend using FastAPI and Kubernetes in just 3 months, ahead of schedule. Developed comprehensive CI/CD development processes including unit, functional, and acceptance testing, alongside Kubernetes deployment. Demonstrated strong technical leadership by building a positive team and organizational culture from scratch.
Lead Software Engineer at Sunstar (Playbrush)
October 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Developed a robust subscription service integrating Stripe, internal CRM, and KPI tracking using FastAPI, Flask, and Django. Enhanced financial reporting tools for multi-region requirements. Delivered high-quality Python code in a remote team setting while ensuring agile collaboration and performance optimization.
Lead Backend Engineer at nate.tech
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Architected and implemented a high-performance microservice with FastAPI and async PostgreSQL to modernize inventory management. Achieved a 100× improvement in backend load tolerance by targeted performance optimizations and profiling. Collaborated effectively in a fast-paced startup environment using remote tools and agile methodologies.
Lead Backend Developer at Yobota Limited
August 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Designed and delivered projects using Django and Django REST Framework, emphasizing efficient API design and maintainable code. Implemented containerized deployments with Docker and streamlined CI/CD pipelines, boosting development efficiency. Adopted agile, remote-friendly practices to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Lead Backend Developer at Creative Assembly (SEGA Europe)
September 30, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Contributed to backend development for high-traffic game titles, optimizing systems for scalability and performance. Initiated CI/CD processes that increased development speed and reduced critical backlog issues.
Lead Backend Developer at Wargaming LLC
May 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Enhanced marketing metrics and optimized ad campaign efficiency by developing robust Python microservices with Kafka and CI tools. Reduced bug backlog by 50% and boosted development speed by 30% through Docker integration and streamlined processes.
Senior Python Developer at LG Cloud Startup (ASD Technologies)
November 30, 2017 - July 17, 2025
Spearheaded the development of a cloud-based storage solution for all LG phones, ensuring scalable and reliable data access. Integrated high-impact projects using Python, Django, and CherryPy to enhance performance and secure data management. Implemented and migrated Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions including Puppet and Chef.
Senior Software Developer at TCS USA
May 31, 2012 - July 17, 2025
Enhanced ingress data into Oracle DB for Points Of Interest from third-party providers. Implemented a framework to support multiple weather stations as POI sourcing data from APIs. Introduced custom geospatial indexes and fast NoSQL MongoDB queries to backend API.

Education

MS at NNSU
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Consumer Goods