Kristijan Jurkovic - Founder and software engineer

Q: Where is Kristijan based?

Kristijan is based in Pula, Croatia .

Q: What languages does Kristijan speak?

Kristijan speaks the following languages: Croatian (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Kristijan have?

Kristijan has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Kristijan has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months . Note that Kristijan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Kristijan's latest experience?

Kristijan's most recent position is Founder and software engineer at Redox Ltd .

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

In recent years, Kristijan has worked for Redox Ltd .

Q: Which industries is Kristijan most experienced in?

Kristijan is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Professional Services , Media, and Entertainment and Publishing .

Q: Which business areas is Kristijan most experienced in?

Kristijan is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Quality Assurance (QA) . Kristijan also has some experience in Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Kristijan worked in recently?

Kristijan has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Kristijan worked in recently?

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

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Pula, Croatia

Experience

Jul 2018 - Present

7 years 8 months

Founder and software engineer

Redox Ltd

Operated under Redox Ltd to provide freelance software development, architecture consulting, and end-to-end mobile and cloud solutions for international clients.
Delivered high-quality apps and technical leadership across multiple projects.
Managed all aspects of client engagement—from technical discovery and solution design to implementation and delivery—while ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.
Pushly – Senior Software engineer: contributed to mobile SDKs development and integration of event processing backend system in Kotlin using Vert.x and AWS; developed Infrastructure as Code templates for running various parts of platform using AWS CloudFormation.
Domain Money – Senior Android Developer: led development of Earn and KYC features with strong security focus (storage encryption).
Fundingport – Senior Software Engineer: developed Agency product backend; implemented unit and integration testing via GitLab pipelines.
Marcus by Goldman Sachs – Senior Android Developer: built Invest and Checking features; enabled dynamic UI from backend config.
Guestlogix (via Gun.io) – Senior Android Developer: created whitelabel app and SDK with dynamic UI based on backend responses.
JuitNow (via CodeControl) – Senior Mobile Developer: delivered features for Android and iOS fridge apps; mentored team members.
Dr. Oetker (via CodeControl) – Senior Mobile Developer: built and refactored baking apps for Android and iOS; provided mentorship.
Smava (via CodeControl) – Mobile Developer: built secure loan app features; implemented certificate pinning and encrypted storage.
Johnson & Johnson Inergize/Amplify (via Toptal) – Senior Android and iOS Developer: delivered dynamic, on-demand UI frameworks.

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

2 years

Zagreb, Croatia

Android team lead

Infinum

Led a team of Android developers in designing and delivering high-quality mobile applications for global clients across various industries.
Responsible for technical direction, code quality, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional teams including design, iOS, and backend.
Drove architectural decisions, reviewed code, and ensured alignment with project goals, timelines, and best practices.
Actively contributed to hiring, onboarding, and career development within the Android team.

Mar 2014 - Jan 2016

1 year 11 months

Zagreb, Croatia

Senior Android engineer

Infinum

Developed robust, user-focused Android applications for high-profile clients, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle.
Collaborated closely with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to deliver seamless, scalable solutions.
Took ownership of complex features, optimized performance, and ensured code quality through thorough testing and peer reviews.
Mentored junior developers and promoted best practices across the team.

Mar 2012 - Mar 2014

2 years 1 month

Zagreb, Croatia

Software engineer

Interactive1

Developed and maintained Android applications and web solutions for media and entertainment platforms.
Delivered features that enhanced user engagement and performance across platforms.
Collaborated closely with designers and backend teams to ensure a consistent and responsive user experience.
Contributed to both front-end and mobile development using modern frameworks and best practices.

Sep 2011 - Mar 2012

7 months

Pula, Croatia

Software engineer

Superius

Worked on backend systems and business intelligence infrastructure, focusing on Java-based development and database administration.
Designed and maintained data pipelines, implemented backend features, and supported BI reporting needs.
Ensured data integrity, performance, and reliability across critical systems.

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 Information Technology (14 years), Professional Services (7.5 years), and Media and Entertainment (2 years).

Information Technology

Professional Services

Media and Entertainment

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 (14 years), Product Development (13.5 years), Quality Assurance (2 years), and Business Intelligence (0.5 years).

Information Technology

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Business Intelligence

Summary

Results-driven software engineer with a strong track record in aligning technology solutions with business goals to deliver high-impact results efficiently. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and delivering robust mobile applications (Android & iOS) from concept to deployment. Skilled in software architecture, coding best practices, performance optimization, and project delivery. Known for clear communication, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset—especially in remote and dynamic environments.

Skills

Team Spirit
Creativity
Autonomy
Proactivity
Leadership

Languages

Croatian

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Sep 2019 - Sep 2022

University Juraj Dobrila Pula

Bachelors degree · Computer science · Pula, Croatia

Quantic School of Business and Technology

Executive MBA · United States

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Where is Kristijan based?

Kristijan is based in Pula, Croatia.

What languages does Kristijan speak?

Kristijan speaks the following languages: Croatian (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Kristijan have?

Kristijan has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Kristijan has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Kristijan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Kristijan be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Kristijan would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder and software engineer, Android team lead, Senior Android engineer.

What is Kristijan's latest experience?

Kristijan's most recent position is Founder and software engineer at Redox Ltd.

What companies has Kristijan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kristijan has worked for Redox Ltd.

Which industries is Kristijan most experienced in?

Kristijan is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas is Kristijan most experienced in?

Kristijan is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Quality Assurance (QA). Kristijan also has some experience in Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Kristijan worked in recently?

Kristijan has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Kristijan worked in recently?

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

What is Kristijan's education?

Kristijan holds a Master in Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Bachelor in Computer science from University Juraj Dobrila Pula.

What is the availability of Kristijan?

Kristijan is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Kristijan?

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