Roman Zhnichkov
About Roman Zhnichkov
Roman Zhnichkov is the Director of Engineering, Software Development at Mirantis, where he leads the development of cloud infrastructure software for Fortune 500 companies. He has over a decade of experience in software engineering and system administration, having previously held roles at PRCNIT Saratov State University and Mirantis.
Work at Mirantis
Roman Zhnichkov has been with Mirantis since 2010, holding various positions over the years. He started as a Senior System Engineer and served in that role until 2012. Following this, he became a Senior Development Manager, a position he held until 2018. Since then, he has been the Director of Engineering, Software Development. In his current role, he drives the product roadmap and ensures effective cross-functional collaboration within the engineering team. His leadership focuses on managing a geographically distributed team that specializes in Kubernetes and OpenStack technologies.
Education and Expertise
Roman Zhnichkov studied Computer Science at Saratov State University named after N.G. Chernyshevsky from 2003 to 2008, where he achieved the Specialist degree. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in software development and engineering. His expertise includes leading the development of on-premise cloud infrastructure software, particularly for Fortune 500 companies, showcasing his proficiency in high-stakes environments.
Background
Before joining Mirantis, Roman Zhnichkov worked at PRCNIT Saratov State University as a System Administrator from 2004 to 2010. This six-year experience provided him with a solid technical foundation and practical skills in system administration. His transition from academia to the tech industry marked the beginning of his career in software engineering and development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Roman Zhnichkov has played a significant role in the development of cloud infrastructure software tailored for numerous Fortune 500 companies. His leadership in managing a distributed engineering team has contributed to advancements in Kubernetes and OpenStack technologies. These efforts reflect his commitment to driving innovation and collaboration within the engineering domain.