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Stiliyan Georgiev

Sofia

Summary

Results-oriented Software Developer with 7+ years of experience in designing, building, and optimizing scalable, user-focused applications and systems. Proficient in Java, AWS, Angular, Relational and Non-relational Databases and more, with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions that align with business objectives. Adept at full-stack development, cloud computing, and DevOps practices, I excel in collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges. Passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies and agile methodologies to drive efficiency and deliver impactful results.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

Capital com
2024 - Current
  • Contributed to the optimization of payment systems at Capital.com by implementing AI-powered monitoring for fraud detection (AWS Fraud Detector, SageMaker, TensorFlow, Prometheus, Grafana), troubleshooting complex transaction issues (Java 17 and 21 , Spring, Hibernate, PostgreSQL), and supporting DevOps initiatives like CI/CD automation (Jenkins) and infrastructure as code on AWS (Terraform). Additionally, utilized Apache technologies (Kafka, Camel, Maven) to enhance integration and data processing within payment workflows. We were also working on direct connection with different Payment Service Providers, so they would handle transactions for us.

Software Engineer

Freelancing
2022 - Current
  • Designed and developed custom websites for clients, delivering tailored solutions to meet unique business needs. Specialized in creating responsive, user-friendly interfaces and scalable backend systems using HTML, CSS, Java (Spring), JavaScript, React, and PHP (Laravel). Managed end-to-end development, including client communication, requirements gathering, and deployment. Ensured high-quality results by focusing on performance optimization, cross-browser compatibility, and modern design principles. Additionally, maintained and updated technology versions to ensure security and stability, refactored legacy applications into microservices for improved scalability and maintainability, and optimized CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment processes.

Software Engineer

Paysafe
2021 - 2024
  • As a Full Stack Java Developer at Paysafe, I was actively involved in building and maintaining scalable payment services, contributing to the design and development of APIs and backend components using Java 17, Spring Boot 3.x, and Hibernate 6.x. On the frontend, I developed secure, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces using Angular, ensuring seamless integration with backend services and a consistent user experience. I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-driven tools (AWS Fraud Detector, SageMaker, TensorFlow) to enhance platform security and compliance, and implemented generative AI models for anomaly detection and transaction risk scoring. Additionally, I worked within a modern DevOps environment, contributing to CI/CD pipeline development with Jenkins and Docker, and applying infrastructure-as-code practices on AWS. I also integrated monitoring and observability solutions with Prometheus and Grafana, and utilized Apache technologies (Kafka, Camel, Maven) to support reliable messaging, data processing, and service integration across the payment ecosystem.

Software Engineer

CleverPine
2019 - 2021
  • Contributed to the development of applications for Lufthansa Technik, designed to support mechanics in airplane maintenance and repair processes. Built and maintained robust, scalable backend tools using Java 17 and Spring Boot 3.x, ensuring seamless integration with aviation systems and real-time operational efficiency. Focused on designing maintainable, high-performance services, implementing microservices architecture, and optimizing backend workflows to meet strict industry standards and safety regulations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Bulgarian and German engineers, to deliver high-quality features. Leveraged Azure for cloud infrastructure, CI/CD automation, and monitoring, and integrated observability solutions to ensure system reliability and rapid issue resolution.

Software Engineer

Prolet OOD
2018 - 2019
  • Developed and maintained a comprehensive software solution for a logistics company, catering to drivers, management, and customers. Collaborated with a small team to create real-time tools for route management, order tracking, and customer updates, improving operational efficiency. Built robust and scalable backend services using Java 7 and Spring Boot 1.x, while ensuring maintainability and performance under high-load conditions. Optimized the system architecture using modular design and microservices principles, addressed user feedback to enhance functionality, and integrated monitoring solutions to ensure reliability. Practiced agile methodologies throughout development, and utilized Vue for lightweight frontend components where necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Mathematics -

University of Sofia
01-2022

Software Developer -

SoftUni
01-2018

Primary Education -

German Gymnasium Bertolt Brecht
01.2018

Skills

    Java, Spring, Quarkus, Hibernate, Spring Data, JPA, JDBC, NodeJS

    Angular, React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS

    Relational DBs (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc), Elasticsearch

    AWS, Azure, Terraform, ArgoCD, Docker, Kubernetes

    Jenkins, GitHub Actions

    Kafka, Camel, Maven

    Agile/Scrum methodologies, Version Control (Git)

    Software testing and implementation

    Microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code

    Effective Communication, Team Collaboration

    Leadership, Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

    Adaptability to New Technologies

LANGUAGES

Bulgarian (Native)
English (Fluent)
German (Intermediate)

Hobbies and Interests

Chess, Fitness, Computer games

Timeline

Primary Education -

German Gymnasium Bertolt Brecht

Software Engineer

Capital com
2024 - Current

Software Engineer

Freelancing
2022 - Current

Software Engineer

Paysafe
2021 - 2024

Software Engineer

CleverPine
2019 - 2021

Software Engineer

Prolet OOD
2018 - 2019

Bachelor of Mathematics -

University of Sofia

Software Developer -

SoftUni
Stiliyan Georgiev