Aleksey Sotnikov
Vilnius, Lithuania
Summary
I am an organized and confident manager with exceptional communication skills. With over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, my background in different business domains has equipped me to become an effective problem solver and multitasker.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Resources Management Director
Softeq
04.2020 - 05.2025
- Optimizing team performance
- Oversaw the allocation and management of engineering resources worldwide, ensuring effective team performance and timely project delivery.
- Optimized resource allocation processes to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Implemented strategies for improved team utilization, aligning resources with project requirements and timelines.
- Monitored resource deployment to effectively meet project demands and achieve milestones.
- Defining and managing KPIs (e.g. Utilization, resource profitability, etc.)
Project Manager
Affise
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Oversaw project management at Affise, prioritizing the optimization of development methodologies and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented agile methodologies, planning, and estimation processes from the ground up.
- Restructured departments to enhance workflow and foster effective communication.
- Introduced business analysis practices to ensure project alignment with corporate objectives.
- Streamlined operations by coordinating the implementation of technical processes.
- Managed project tracking and documentation through Atlassian tools like JIRA and Confluence.
- Conducted candidate interviews and feedback sessions for effective resource management.
- Automated HR processes with the Atlassian suite to improve operational efficiency.
- Enhanced tracking and performance assessment by automating OKR collection.
- Performance marketing software
Department Manager
Softeq
12.2015 - 09.2018
- Oversaw the implementation and refinement of quality assurance processes while optimizing resource allocation in the engineering department.
- Integrated QA processes seamlessly into development workflows to enhance product quality.
- Directed resource management strategies, including talent acquisition and performance assessments.
- Established a clear departmental structure, delineating roles and responsibilities to improve efficiency.
- Participated actively in sales initiatives, delivering customer presentations and contributing to project estimations and proposals.
QA Unit Manager
A1QA
Polotsk
09.2013 - 02.2015
- Establishing and leading quality assurance processes and team management in a new regional office.
- Established and led operations for a new regional office in Polotsk, Belarus, focusing on quality assurance and team leadership.
- Managed resource allocation for a team of up to 30, ensuring efficient task delegation and performance monitoring.
- Directed quality assurance initiatives to enhance project outcomes and maintain high standards.
- Conducted interviews and selected candidates to build a skilled team.
- Provided mentoring and training, promoting professional growth and effective knowledge sharing.
- Oversaw RFx activities, including proposal preparation and negotiations.
QA Manager
Itransition
07.2009 - 09.2013
- Oversaw quality assurance processes and project planning, while enhancing team capabilities through training and mentoring.
- Managed project planning and optimized resource allocation for quality assurance initiatives.
- Conducted RFX analysis and coordinated related QA activities.
- Led candidate interviews to identify and recruit top talent for the QA team.
- Provided consulting services and training to new employees, improving onboarding efficiency.
- Prepared and delivered detailed reports on QA activities, highlighting outcomes and areas for improvement.
Senior QA Engineer
A1QA
07.2009 - 06.2011
- Managed quality assurance processes and resources across multiple projects, optimizing team performance and delivery.
- Oversaw project planning and resource allocation for QA initiatives, ensuring efficient execution.
- Conducted RFX analysis and coordinated QA activities to enhance project outcomes.
- Led recruitment efforts, strengthening the team's capabilities through targeted hiring.
- Provided consulting and training to onboard new QA staff effectively.
- Compiled and presented comprehensive reports on QA activities and results.
Developer
VSH
02.2008 - 06.2009
- Developed audio projects across diverse applications, enhancing project outcomes.
- Supported technical implementation for audio projects, ensuring alignment with project goals.
Developer
Minotel
07.2006 - 02.2008
- Provided comprehensive IT infrastructure support to optimize operational efficiency and system performance.
- Managed and resolved IT infrastructure issues to ensure consistent system availability and reliability.
- Facilitated hardware and software installations, contributing to improved operational workflows.
- Conducted training sessions for team members on system usage and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled team environment.
- Performed regular system audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities proactively.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics and Computer Science
Belaruski Dziarzhauny Universitet
01.2018
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Strategic planning
Languages
Russian
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Lithuanian
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Resources Management Director
Softeq
04.2020 - 05.2025
Project Manager
Affise
12.2018 - 02.2020
Department Manager
Softeq
12.2015 - 09.2018
QA Unit Manager
A1QA
09.2013 - 02.2015
QA Manager
Itransition
07.2009 - 09.2013
Senior QA Engineer
A1QA
07.2009 - 06.2011
Developer
VSH
02.2008 - 06.2009
Developer
Minotel
07.2006 - 02.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics and Computer Science
Belaruski Dziarzhauny Universitet
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