Ivan Kresic
About Ivan Kresic
Ivan Kresic is an Engineering Manager at Forto, with a diverse background in software development and team leadership. He has over nine years of experience managing engineering teams and has held various technical roles in companies across Germany and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Work at Forto
Ivan Kresic has been serving as an Engineering Manager at Forto since 2022. In this role, he oversees engineering teams and is responsible for driving product development and ensuring high code quality. His experience in managing engineering teams for over nine years contributes to his effectiveness in this position. His focus includes enhancing team performance and facilitating product scaling.
Previous Experience at 4Players GmbH
Before joining Forto, Ivan Kresic worked at 4Players GmbH from 2019 to 2022 as a Tech Lead and Fullstack Developer. During his three years in the Hamburg Area, Germany, he played a key role in leading development projects and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. His responsibilities included both frontend and backend development.
Background in Software Development
Ivan Kresic has a solid background in software development, having worked as a Senior Frontend Developer and Software Architect at Nsoft Company from 2011 to 2016. His five years in Mostar, BA, allowed him to build expertise in frontend technologies and software architecture. He also held the position of Group Technology Advisor at Marquard Group for 11 months in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Ivan Kresic earned a Master of Science (MS) in Computer and Information Sciences from Sveučilište u Mostaru, where he studied from 2006 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his diverse skill set, which includes sysadmin work, devops, and extensive experience in both frontend and backend development.
Community Involvement and Leadership
In addition to his professional roles, Ivan Kresic has contributed to the community by helping establish a free coding school in Mostar, BA. He served as a volunteer lecturer, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring developers. His leadership experience also includes serving as Executive Director at SPARK business park from 2018 to 2019 and as Research & Development Program Lead from 2016 to 2019.