Hi, I’m Flavius Cojocariu, Engineering Manager and Web Developer based in Munich.
Building Teams, Crafting Solutions
About me
Hello there!
I’m Flavius Cojocariu, a Software Engineer and Engineering Manager based in Munich, Germany, passionate about creating impactful web experiences. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in scalable, user-focused solutions across sectors like edtech, IoT, fintech, travel, telecom, and market research, with a strong background in SaaS products.
I believe in continuous growth, adaptability, and the power of innovation. Each project is an opportunity not just to deliver results but to create meaningful experiences that resonate with clients and their users. Staying curious and pushing boundaries has always been central to my approach.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of leading and contributing to projects that emphasize seamless, responsive web experiences and robust, scalable solutions. Currently, as an Engineering Manager in the edtech sector, I’m leading a talented team to drive innovation and support the digital transformation of education. In previous roles, my work with SaaS products involved helping companies refine their offerings and expand their engineering teams, aligning technology with business growth.
I’m excited about new challenges, collaborations, and creative endeavors that push the limits of web development. If you’re interested in discussing a project or simply want to connect, feel free to reach out.
Thank you for taking the time to explore my portfolio. If you have any questions, want to discuss potential projects, or simply want to connect, don't hesitate to reach out.
Let's create something remarkable together!
Services
Frontend Development
Creating scalable, responsive, and user-centered interfaces for web applications
- UI/UX Implementation: Engaging and functional user interfaces.
Architecture Definition: Structuring for scalability and maintainability.
Component-Based Development: Reusable components and microfrontends.
Core Technology: TypeScript for clean, efficient code.
Backend development
Building robust, scalable backend architectures tailored for business growth.
- API Design & Implementation: Crafting RESTful APIs for seamless communication.
Microservices Architecture: Modular systems that scale easily.
Event-Driven Systems: Real-time data processing for responsive applications.
Data Management: SQL/NoSQL for secure, efficient data handling.
CI/CD & System Design: Streamlining deployments and ensuring fast, reliable releases.
Consulting
Expert guidance on digital transformation, team growth, and product strategies.
- Digital Transformation: Helping companies adopt digital solutions effectively.
Team Leadership & Development: Leveraging experience in building high-performing teams.
Product Strategy & Growth: Aligning technical direction with business objectives.
Industry Insight: Specialized knowledge across SaaS, e-commerce, edtech, IoT, and fintech.
Portfolio Highlights
In my portfolio highlights, you’ll find a curated selection of key projects that showcase my ability to develop dynamic, user-centered web applications. Each project demonstrates my commitment to excellence, combining creativity with advanced technologies. For an in-depth look at my work and experience, explore the full details on my resume.
Engineering Manager | IU Group, Munich, Germany (Jan 2024 - Present)
Lead a team of 6 engineers with a focus on code reviews, small development tasks, and pair programming for configuration support. Oversee collaboration across clusters and engage in strategic planning with the Product Owner team, implementing OKR-driven processes. Restructure team workflows by introducing a sprint process combining XP and Scrum. Conduct 1-on-1 meetings for team development, handle hiring and onboarding, and monitor DORA metrics to enhance performance. Work closely with the Head of Engineering on strategic and technical projects.
- TypeScript
- NestJS
- Mongoose
- Docker
- MySQL
- MongoDB
- Vue.js v3
- Node.js
- CI/CD
- GitLab CI/CD
- DORA Metrics
- Agile
Engineering Manager | IU Group, Munich, Germany (Jan 2024 - Present)
Lead a team of 6 engineers with a focus on code reviews, small development tasks, and pair programming for configuration support. Oversee collaboration across clusters and engage in strategic planning with the Product Owner team, implementing OKR-driven processes. Restructure team workflows by introducing a sprint process combining XP and Scrum. Conduct 1-on-1 meetings for team development, handle hiring and onboarding, and monitor DORA metrics to enhance performance. Work closely with the Head of Engineering on strategic and technical projects.
- TypeScript
- NestJS
- Mongoose
- Docker
- MySQL
- MongoDB
- Vue.js v3
- Node.js
- CI/CD
- GitLab CI/CD
- DORA Metrics
- Agile
Senior Software Engineer | remberg GmbH, Munich, Germany (Jan 2022 - Dec 2023)
Played a key role in architectural decision-making and led code refactoring efforts, transitioning backend features to NestJS for improved code quality. Served as lead developer on two major projects, including migrating email functionality from Mailgun to AWS SES and enhancing file management with a new folder structure. Actively participated in hiring and onboarding, conducting technical interviews and guiding new team members in software architecture.
- TypeScript
- NestJS
- ExpressJS
- Angular (v14+)
- NxJs
- MongoDB
- Docker
- OpenAPI
- Jest
- CypressJS
- SCSS
- Agile
- GitLab CI/CD
Software Engineer - Lead Backend Engineer | ThinxNet GmbH, Munich, Germany (June 2019 - Dec 2021)
Led backend development, advancing the API-Gateway and transitioning monolithic features to microservices. Built and managed a backend team of 5, actively hiring, onboarding, and mentoring team members. Collaborated with Product Owners and the Head of Software to meet sprint goals, implemented MVPs, and guided the team through technical challenges.
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- Express
- NestJS
- MongoDB
- PostgreSQL
- Redis
- RabbitMQ
- Kafka
- Docker
- Agile
- GitLab CI/CD
Fullstack Web Developer | Travador GmbH, Munich, Germany (Nov 2016 - May 2019)
Collaborated with design teams to develop new features and UI components, performed daily maintenance and refactoring, and led the planning of enhancements for the booking platform and website. Contributed to full-stack microservices development.
- HTML5(Twig, EJS)
- CSS3 (SCSS)
- JavaScript (ES6, Vue.js, jQuery, AngularJS, Node.js)
- CakePHP
- Laravel
- Lumen
- MySQL
- AWS (Lambda, S3, CloudFront)
- Agile
- Git
Web Developer | SMAL GmbH (formerly Ziba Design), Munich, Germany (Feb 2015 - Oct 2016)
Developed responsive prototypes and web applications, contributing to both client planning sessions and technical discussions to ensure alignment with project goals. Maintained high code quality through thorough code reviews.
- HTML5
- CSS3 (LESS/SASS)
- JavaScript
- jQuery
- AngularJS
- PHP (CakePHP)
- MySQL
- Drupal (frontend)
Web Developer | Multiple Employers, Germany & Romania (April 2012 - February 2015)
Contributed to diverse projects across various industries, focusing on white-label product implementations, responsive web design, and hybrid mobile applications. Highlights include creating a knowledge base for code snippets, modernizing online questionnaires, and teaching HTML/CSS basics to team members.
- PHP
- MySQL
- JavaScript
- jQuery
- HTML
- CSS3
- Ionic
- SASS
- Bootstrap
- Git
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