Wojciech Lichota

email

wojciech@lichota.pl

phone

(+48) 606 551 911

address

Gdańsk, Poland

Skills

Strong Technical Background

Python (14+ years), JavaScript (10+ years), Web development best practices, Software architect, Scrum

Business Oriented

Opening new branch offices - from staffing to sales, Product development outsourcing, Problem solving

Natural Leader

Inspired and inspiring, Lead by example, Team spirit building, Personnel development and mentoring

Work Experience

CTO

at AdTonos (2018 – present)

As a development team leader, I motivate my people to achieve the best results and deliver world-class work in a timely manner. I worry about clearing any blockers that might affect developers and QAs so they can always perform at their best. I encourage creativity, risk-taking, and constant improvement.

Head of Service Delivery - Gdańsk

at STX Next (2017 – 2019)

I was responsible for opening the new office in Gdańsk.
I was managing multiple software development projects from project initiation through implementation to successful product delivery. I was also responsible for organising the software development process against established policies and best practices.

Head of Service Delivery - Łódź

at STX Next (2016 – 2017)

I was responsible for opening the new office in Łódź. During the 1.5 year period, I've built a team of 40 extraordinary professionals. We successfully delivered high-quality software development service to our clients and supported local IT communities.

Responsible for opening the new office in Łódź
Creating working environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive team effort
Supporting recruitment and employer branding
Working on challenging projects which involve complex technical problems
Supporting all projects on dealing with customers on a business level
Motivating and inspiring people by setting a good example
Maintaining strong team spirit

CTO

at STX Next (2013 – 2015)

Evaluating and identifying appropriate technology solutions for new projects, system architecture design
Assessing the candidate's technical skills
Developing technical competence of employees
Responsibility for the continuous functioning of technical infrastructure of companies
Supporting sales team with technical knowledge (discussions, offers, estimations, marketing materials)
Internal trainings and mentoring
Developing company standards and encouraging to follow best practices
Supporting teams and team leaders in resolving technical problems

Lecturer

at Collegium Da Vinci (2014 – 2015)

Gave lectures on postgraduate studies "Programowanie aplikacji internetowych"

Python Developer

at STX Next (2007 – 2013)

Web application development
Internal tools development
Client's requirements analysis
Internal trainings and mentoring
Performance tests and optimizations
Hardest bugs debugging
Customer service

Office and Research Worker

at Adam Mickiewicz University (2004 – 2007)

Research software development
Multimedia teaching aids preparation
IT consultancy

Education

Master of Applied Informatics, Computer Science, Physics

at Adam Mickiewicz University (2002 – 2007)

“PythonHasPower – web frameworks”

Programista Magazine, 10/2014

“Buildout - tool for automatic building and managing Python applications”

Software Developer's Journal, 05/2010

“Compiled Websites with Plone, Django and SSI”

RuPy Conference (Poznań, Poland) 2009

“Grok – agile web applications development”

PyConPL Conference (Rybnik, Poland) 2008

Language

Polish (native), English (proficient)

Main Interests

Cooking, DIY, Computer Games

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