Ivan Koptiev
About Ivan Koptiev
Ivan Koptiev is a Technical Lead with a strong background in operations, specializing in CI/CD, deployment, and container orchestration. He has extensive experience in software engineering and distributed systems, currently serving in a military role in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Work at Firebolt
Ivan Koptiev has been employed at Firebolt since 2021, currently holding the position of Technical Lead. His role involves overseeing technical projects and leading teams to ensure the successful implementation of software solutions. Prior to this, he served as a Senior Software Engineer and Team Lead at Firebolt from 2020 to 2021. His experience at Firebolt highlights his capabilities in managing complex technical challenges and contributing to the development of innovative technologies.
Education and Expertise
Ivan Koptiev earned a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering from the National Technical University of Ukraine 'Kyiv Polytechnic Institute', where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills. He is proficient in multiple programming languages, including Go, Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, and PHP. Additionally, he is familiar with reading code in Java, Ruby, and Python, showcasing his versatility in software development.
Background
Ivan Koptiev has a diverse professional background in software development and technical leadership. He began his career as a Web Developer at Face IT from 2010 to 2011, followed by a role as a Middle Web Developer at Crowdser AB from 2011 to 2013. He then transitioned to a Senior Software Engineer position at Mobalytics from 2017 to 2019. His experience spans various roles and responsibilities, reflecting his growth in the tech industry.
Technical Skills and Experience
Ivan Koptiev possesses a strong operations background with expertise in CI/CD, deployment, container orchestration, and service meshes. He is knowledgeable in monitoring, distributed tracing, and logging, which are essential for maintaining system performance. Additionally, he has experience in writing microservices and designing distributed systems from scratch. His familiarity with complex concepts such as replication, partitioning, and consensus further enhances his technical capabilities.
Current Military Service
Since 2022, Ivan Koptiev has been serving in a military capacity at Державна спеціальна служба транспорту in Kyiv, Ukraine. This role is hybrid in nature and has been ongoing for two years. His military service adds a unique dimension to his professional profile, highlighting his commitment and adaptability in various environments.