Dovydas Navickas - Lead Frontend Architect (via Toptal)

Q: Where is Dovydas based?

Dovydas is based in Kaunas, Lithuania and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Dovydas speak?

Dovydas speaks the following languages: Lithuanian (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Dovydas have?

Dovydas has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Dovydas has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Dovydas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Dovydas's latest experience?

Dovydas's most recent position is Lead Frontend Architect (via Toptal) at Hospitality Digital .

Q: What companies has Dovydas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dovydas has worked for Hospitality Digital and INVL Asset Management .

Q: Which industries is Dovydas most experienced in?

Dovydas is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Information Technology (IT) , Media, and Entertainment and Publishing . Dovydas also has some experience in Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas is Dovydas most experienced in?

Dovydas is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Dovydas worked in recently?

Dovydas has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance and Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas has Dovydas worked in recently?

Dovydas has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Product Development .

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Kaunas, Lithuania

Experience

Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

1 year 1 month

Düsseldorf, Germany

Lead Frontend Architect (via Toptal)

Hospitality Digital

As a Frontend Architect at Hospitality Digital (HD), a METRO AG subsidiary, I crafted a suite of React component libraries to enhance six DISH brand products distributed across 16 countries.
I defined the structure and principles of the component libraries, fine-tuning the visual design to suit B2B systems. The change increased user engagement by 20% and decreased user support tickets by 15%.
I streamlined development and design processes for DISH brand products, eradicating redundancy and designing an efficient pipeline for updating the component library. This strategic move drastically improved the code-to-production timeline, enhancing efficiency by a staggering 600%.
The unified design I implemented for DISH components amplified brand awareness and ensured consistency, enhancing the overall customer experience.
I actively participated in the hiring process for four critical positions within the frontend and backend teams, conducting over 30 interviews to ensure the proper talent acquisition.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2022

5 years

Vilnius, Lithuania

Lead Software Architect

INVL Asset Management

As a Software Architect at INVL, a pension fund managing €2B assets and serving over 300,000 users, I developed robust internal systems and a user-centric self-service portal, leading a transformation from physical servers to a private cloud that reduced infrastructure costs by 27%.
I upgraded a legacy self-service app into TypeScript and a React-based single-page app backed by a .NET framework, applying the Strangler pattern for a smooth API transition and overhauling the portal’s UX to increase user satisfaction by 30%.
I introduced Kubernetes clusters for production and development environments in a private data center, increasing uptime from 98.5% to 99.9% yearly, making product updates invisible to users, and reducing unplanned downtime by 87%.
I architected an identity and authentication server using OAuth 2.0, consolidating 16 authentication mechanisms into five, including device flow for qualified e-signature and implicit flow for Azure AD SSO.
I designed a tailored DevOps process in Azure DevOps based on various Agile frameworks, aligning new agile processes with existing organizational culture for immediate adoption.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2019

7 years

London, United Kingdom

Software Architect

Metasite

As a Software Architect at Metasite, a digital financial platforms engineering agency, I led the architecture and development of numerous client projects across the UK and the US.
I worked with Inc. 5000 fintech companies, understanding their unique requirements and contributing to their digital transformation journeys.
I improved testing and time-to-production for new features by 49%, resulting in a 64% productivity increase for an IT division of 86 people.
I utilized a robust technology stack including .NET for backend operations, TypeScript & React for frontend development, and Kubernetes for efficient DevOps implementation.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2017

5 years

Vilnius, Lithuania

CTO

Copictures

As CTO of Copictures, a startup specializing in photo and video management platforms, I led a technical team of nine developing distributed photo and video processing workers and microservices for B2B and B2C customers.
I architected and developed a real-time event media coverage platform and a platform for corporate media library management and sharing.
I managed the technical aspects of high-profile events such as “Slush” in Finland and “Login” in Lithuania, ensuring seamless media coverage through the proficient use of the Copictures platform.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Banking and Finance (10 years), Information Technology (7 years), Media and Entertainment (5 years), and Food and Beverage (1 year).

Banking and Finance

Information Technology

Media and Entertainment

Food and Beverage

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (10 years) and Product Development (10 years).

Information Technology

Product Development

Summary

As a vetted member of Toptal, representing the top 3% of developers worldwide, I bring over a decade of technical expertise and dedication. Harnessing years of successful remote collaboration, I've honed my problem-solving and communication skills while demonstrating strong leadership in building high-performing teams, shaping organizational culture, and aligning technology strategy with business objectives.

Skills

C# .Net
Typescript
Databases
Containers
Kubernetes
Cloud
Nodejs
React
Nextjs
Postgresql
Mssql
Document Databases
Redis
Gcp
Azure
Git
Docker
Message Brokers
Sonarqube
Grafana
Ansible
Bare-metal Servers
Devops From Provisioning To Production
Continuous Integration
Testing
Communication With Stakeholders
Hiring For Technical Roles

Languages

Lithuanian

Native

English

Advanced

German

Elementary

Profile

Created

August 2024

Last Update

August 2025

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Where is Dovydas based?

Dovydas is based in Kaunas, Lithuania and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Dovydas speak?

Dovydas speaks the following languages: Lithuanian (Native), English (Advanced), German (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Dovydas have?

Dovydas has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Dovydas has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Dovydas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Dovydas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Dovydas would be well-suited for roles such as: Lead Frontend Architect (via Toptal), Lead Software Architect, Software Architect.

What is Dovydas's latest experience?

Dovydas's most recent position is Lead Frontend Architect (via Toptal) at Hospitality Digital.

What companies has Dovydas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dovydas has worked for Hospitality Digital and INVL Asset Management.

Which industries is Dovydas most experienced in?

Dovydas is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Information Technology (IT), Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Dovydas also has some experience in Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Dovydas most experienced in?

Dovydas is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Product Development.

Which industries has Dovydas worked in recently?

Dovydas has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas has Dovydas worked in recently?

Dovydas has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Product Development.

What is the availability of Dovydas?

Dovydas is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Dovydas?

Dovydas's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.