Paris Theofanidis

About

I am passionate about designing and crafting sophisticated web platforms. My journey began at the age of 9 when I wrote my first code on an Amstrad computer. Since then, I have traversed an exciting path. Over the years, I have amassed experience across a diverse range of technologies such as C/C++, Direct3D, PHP, JavaScript/Node.js and microservices. My friends and colleagues often seek my advice for solving complex problems.

Experience

• CTO / Lead Engineer · Storemoods GmbH & Co. K.G.02-01-2017

  As a CTO / Tech Lead Fullstack Engineer at Storemoods, I was responsible for the development and maintenance of a self-bootstrapped platform designed to help retailers reduce customer churn. I played a crucial role in expediting the development of the Angular-based front end and the integration with the TPM2 unit by hiring freelancers. Emphasizing the importance of quality control and continuous delivery, I implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline the project lifecycle. To ensure the platform's resilience and seamless operation, I meticulously designed and configured it for horizontal automated scaling and fail-safe client operation, guaranteeing uninterrupted functionality even in the event of a portal outage. Furthermore, I played a key role in designing and developing an internet-edge player equipped with cloud-sync and control capabilities, guaranteeing complete functionality during internet disruptions. This player supports comprehensive firmware rollout, customized firmware for specific customers, and automated recovery mechanisms, including the ability to roll back upgrades. My proficiency in a diverse range of technologies, including PHP, Node.js, Typescript (Vuejs), Java, Flutter, RabbitMQ, MariaDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, Cloudflare, and IoT, has equipped me with the expertise to tackle complex technical challenges and contribute significantly to the success of any organization.

• Tech Lead Fullstack Engineer · Sparheld International02-01-2016 – 06-01-2019

  As a Tech Lead Fullstack Engineer at Sparheld International, I spearheaded the development and maintenance of a coupon and special offers aggregation portal for the best shops online and offline. Over the course of my tenure, I effectively managed and mentored a team of four engineers, fostering their growth through best practices, code reviews, and valuable feedback on architecture and career aspirations. Recognizing the need for scalability and resilience, I seamlessly migrated the platform to AWS, ensuring its optimal performance and efficiency. To further amplify the platform's reach, I spearheaded the implementation of multiple satellite websites, mirroring content from the original site and tailoring it for localized searches, thereby doubling the traffic per country and securing multiple top-ranking listings on relevant Google search terms. To streamline content updates and address the content team's annual struggle with style and layout refreshes, I introduced a smart content authoring system, empowering non-technical content creators to author and automate rapid content updates, significantly enhancing productivity. Further enhancing the platform's SEO ranking, I implemented ML models to assess content quality prior to publishing, ensuring the highest standards and aligning content with user demographics. My proficiency in PHP, Javascript, SCSS, MongoDB, AWS, and Cloudflare has equipped me with the expertise to tackle the full spectrum of development challenges and contribute significantly to the success of any organization.

• CTO · PricePanda & CarSpring09-01-2014 – 01-01-2016

  With a keen eye for strategic management, I effectively led a team of 65 cross-functional members by structuring them into smaller units, fostering swift coordination and efficient plan execution. My efforts to expand the company's talent pool by recruiting exceptional engineers enabled rapid prototyping and seamless execution across the tech stack, from frontend to backend and data engineering. Furthermore, I introduced innovative revenue streams through strategic partnerships with Yahoo, WordPress, and browser addons, driving a remarkable 62% increase in sales. To bring order amidst the company's chaos, I established robust processes and procedures, minimizing distractions and pointless meetings while ensuring a clear escalation path for emergencies. My technical expertise encompasses PHP, Javascript, Java, Swift, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS, and Cloudflare, empowering me to handle a wide array of development challenges.

Education

• University of HertfordshireBachelor of Science (B.Sc), Computer Science

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