Vadim Shun
About Vadim Shun
Vadim Shun is the Director of Software Development at Turnitin, specializing in cloud computing and software development for the financial sector. He has extensive experience in managing development teams and improving software quality, with a background that includes significant roles at Fannie Mae and the National Student Clearinghouse.
Work at Turnitin
Vadim Shun has been serving as the Director of Software Development at Turnitin since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing software quality and reducing maintenance costs while improving time-to-market for software solutions. His leadership involves overseeing various software development projects and ensuring that they align with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Fannie Mae
Before joining Turnitin, Vadim Shun worked at Fannie Mae as a Senior Development Manager from 2004 to 2017. During his 13 years there, he specialized in capital markets treasury and modeling applications. His role involved developing software solutions for the financial sector, particularly in areas such as fixed income trading, mortgages, bonds, and derivatives.
Experience at National Student Clearinghouse
Vadim Shun briefly worked at the National Student Clearinghouse as a Development Manager from 2017 to 2018. His tenure lasted for four months, during which he contributed to software development initiatives in the educational sector. This experience added to his diverse background in software development across different industries.
Education and Expertise
Vadim Shun earned a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Applied Mathematics from the National Aerospace University - 'Kharkiv Aviation Institute', where he studied from 1983 to 1989. His educational background supports his technical expertise in cloud computing, particularly with AWS, and his proficiency in multiple programming languages, including Java, C++, JavaScript, and Python.
Software Development Methodologies
Vadim Shun utilizes both Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Extreme Programming (XP), in his projects. He has experience managing both onsite and offsite teams and coordinating with multiple vendors, which enhances his capability to deliver effective software solutions.