Martin Kalyonski

Director Backend development/ Solutions Architect at Topview Sightseeing

Martin Kalyonski has a diverse work experience in the software engineering field. Martin began their career in 2007 as a Software Developer at Lightmaker, where they worked on a project creating a digital lifeBook desktop app. Martin then moved on to Dais Software in 2008, where they developed a messaging system for a major bank using SQL Service Broker.

In 2010, Martin joined BNP Paribas Personal Finance as a Software Engineer, specializing in SMS messaging systems for loan consumers and marketing campaigns. Martin then transitioned to MentorMate in 2011, working as a .NET Senior Software Engineer on a Field Information Management System for the Construction Industry.

Martin later joined MentorMate Bulgaria in 2014 as a Team Lead for a healthcare industry client. Martin was responsible for the initial architecture, proof of concept, and pilot release of a Front-Desk Desktop application. In 2018, Martin became a Team Lead and Solution Architect at Rhenus Logistics, working on a project to develop a new billing system.

From 2010 to 2022, Martin also worked at TopView Sightseeing as a Director of Backend Development and Solutions Architect. Martin developed core modules for the company's enterprise solution and played a key role in its expansion into the sightseeing bus operations in New York.

Lastly, Martin is currently working at EPAM Systems as a Software Engineering Manager. In this role, they manage a team of 10 developers, supports their personal development, conducts technical interviews, and handles project work and technical leadership. Martin also has expertise in technical assessment in the .NET discipline for EPAM Global.

Overall, Martin Kalyonski has gained extensive experience in software engineering, specializing in various industries and technologies such as .NET, Azure, and AWS.

Martin Kalyonski's education history includes the following:

- From 2008 to 2011, Martin obtained an MSc degree in Information System from Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski.

- Prior to that, they attended Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski from 2003 to 2008 and earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

- Before entering university, Martin attended Mathematical High School "Acad. Ivan Tzenov" in Vratsa from 1998 to 2003 and graduated with a degree in Mathematics and English.

In addition to their formal education, Martin has also obtained several certifications. Martin received the AZ 900 - Azure Fundamentals certification from Microsoft in May 2020. In May 2009, they obtained Certification Exam 70-536 - Application Development Foundation from Microsoft. Martin is also Microsoft Certified as an Azure Developer Associate, with certifications received in May 2021 and April 2023.

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  • Director Backend development/ Solutions Architect

    November, 2010 - present