Dmitry Kozhevin
About Dmitry Kozhevin
Dmitry Kozhevin is an Engineering Manager and Team Lead at Badoo, where he oversees a team of nine PHP developers responsible for key components used by millions. He has a background in software development and management, with previous roles at Notamedia and a Master's degree in Management from Birkbeck, University of London.
Work at Badoo
Dmitry Kozhevin has been employed at Badoo since 2015, where he currently holds the position of Engineering Manager and Team Lead. He manages a team of nine PHP developers who are responsible for several critical components utilized by millions of users daily. In his role, he focuses on workflow building, complex project decomposition, and work organization. He also engages in mentoring, control, motivation, and growth planning for his team members. Dmitry occasionally participates in hands-on coding during critical situations to provide support to his team.
Previous Experience at Notamedia
Dmitry Kozhevin has a history of working at Notamedia, where he held multiple roles. He began as a Junior Developer from 2008 to 2009 for six months, then progressed to a Developer from 2009 to 2010 for ten months. Following this, he served as a Lead Developer from 2010 to 2012 for two years. Additionally, he worked as a Content Manager for three months in 2008. His diverse experiences at Notamedia contributed to his development as a software engineer.
Education and Expertise
Dmitry Kozhevin studied at Birkbeck, University of London, where he earned a Master of Science in Management from 2018 to 2020. His educational background has equipped him with strategic thinking skills that he applies in team and departmental development. This academic experience complements his extensive practical knowledge gained through various roles in software development.
Team Management and Development Skills
In his current role as Engineering Manager and Team Lead at Badoo, Dmitry Kozhevin implements internal projects aimed at streamlining work processes for his team. He is involved in hiring and performance reviews, as well as monitoring and improving business processes. His focus on team dynamics includes mentoring and growth planning, which are essential for fostering a productive work environment.