I am a seasoned mobile software engineering leader with over fifteen years of experience in developing mobile apps across various product domains. I possess the skills to deliver value in different positions throughout the development stack. As a servant leader, I am enthusiastic about building teams and setting them up for success. Additionally, I am proficient in spearheading engineering initiatives as an individual contributor.
Career history
Head of Engineering @ Craftnote
Berlin 2021 -2023
How can you digitalize the construction industry in Germany?
I think the team at Craftnote got it right.
I'm very proud of them and our accomplishments. Together, we were able to turn the ship around and develop a shaky MVP into a reliable, trusted and viable service used by thousands of companies across the DACH region.
iOS Lead Developer @ Craftnote
Berlin 2019 -2021
You just inherited a rushed, outsourced MVP; where do you start?
You start by applying everything you have learned over the years and introducing industry best practices. You lead with courage and a plan; no matter what, you keep going. You slowly start seeing things get better, and it makes you happy. You then put even more effort into it until it becomes extraordinary.
Senior iOS Developer @ SMF
Berlin 2017 -2019
There were lessons to be learned…
As if moving to a new country wasn't enough, I also decided to change the company setting from a corporate one to a small Berlin-located mobile app development agency.
New beginnings are always great as they give you the chance to reflect on the past. I appreciated the liberty this setting gave me and also learned a lot from it.
Certified Scrum Master
Senior iOS Developer @ Garmin
Cluj 2011 -2017
Which mobile platform will win?
During this exciting period, a lot of now-defunct platforms emerged. For me, iOS won, for you?
As part of the Wellness Squad, we developed Garmin Connect for iOS, supporting millions of active users and synchronizing their data across their wearable, tacker, or smartwatch devices.
As part of the Navigation Squad, I developed navigation software for Windows Phone, Android, iOS, and many other platforms.
My Servant Leadership journey also began, and I became a Certified Scrum Master by Scrum Alliance.
Mobile Software Engineer @ Navigon
Cluj 2008 -2011
I witnessed the birth of the smartphone, and on top of that, I got the chance to code apps for the very first smartphones.
Everything was so new and exciting during this period! Got my first job in a new industry branch, and we all learned as it grew.
Personal navigation at all times in your pocket? Why not? Developed the first personal navigation app for the launch of Windows Phone and many others.
Leading by example
Aligned autonomy, clear communication
Trust & availability
Building high morale and job satisfaction
Encouraging innovative thinking and creative strategies
Management Philosophy
SOLID
You ain’t gonna need it
Reliability first & keep it simple
Code cleanliness & reuse
Embrace Best Practices
Developer principles
Mobile Application Development
Servant Leadership
Engineering Management
Team Organisation & Building
Collaborative Problem Solving
Coaching & Mentoring
Recruiting & Interviewing
Strategic planning
OKRs & Roadmaps
Areas of Expertise