Max Degterev

Tech Lead, Interim CTO/CPO

Berlin, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Present
10 months
Berlin, Germany

Tech Lead, Interim CTO/CPO

MatchDispatch

I worked on automating cold outreach workflows.

  • Developed a queue architecture to support parallel execution of large volumes of background tasks.
  • Integrated multiple email delivery providers.
  • Implemented an LLM-based data enrichment process.

Technologies: TypeScript, React, Node.js, Next.js, Drizzle ORM, PostgreSQL, Next-Auth, JWT, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, CloudFlare, Traefik, Groq, Jest, Figma

Jul 2024 - Oct 2024
4 months
Berlin, Germany

Tech Lead, Interim CTO/CPO

Buildery

I spearheaded the development of a website platform from scratch.

  • Implemented a scalable, cost-efficient cloud architecture.
  • Managed seamless deployment to testing and production environments.
  • Integrated LLM-based AI auto-completion for arbitrary user inputs in any language.

Technologies: TypeScript, React, Node.js, Express, Next.js, Drizzle ORM, PostgreSQL, Next-Auth, JWT, Github Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, CloudFlare, Traefik, OpenAI, Groq, Jest, Figma

May 2024 - Jul 2024
3 months
Berlin, Germany

Tech Lead, Interim CTO/CPO

Stacklist

Worked on a social media platform for travel bloggers and brought a software prototype to a market-ready MVP stage.

  • Assisted in developing meta scrapers and integrating Stripe Checkout.
  • Conducted performance, stability, and penetration testing.

Technologies: TypeScript, React, React Native, Expo, React Query, Node.js, Vite, Next.js, Firebase, Firebase Auth, JWT, Vercel, OpenAI, Pinecone, Tailwind, Headless UI, Jest, Figma

Jan 2024 - May 2024
5 months
Berlin, Germany

Interim CTO/CPO

Cooko

Worked for a cocoa production company on digitizing internal processes and improving traceability, acting as a part-time CTO/CPO.

  • Built a cloud architecture ensuring fast development velocity and good maintainability.
  • Created product roadmaps and iterated based on them.
  • Worked on implementing an API, a React Native mobile app, a web dashboard, and an admin panel.
  • Helped form an internal development team and establish a sustainable remote work culture

Technologies: TypeScript, React, React Native, Expo, React Query, Node.js, Strapi, Koa, Next.js, PostgreSQL, PostGIS, Redis, Bun, Next-Auth, JWT, Github Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, DigitalOcean, Jest, Figma, MapLibre

Nov 2022 - Apr 2023
6 months
Berlin, Germany

Interim Frontend Team Lead

GAIA

I served as Interim Frontend Team Lead at a legal tech startup, overseeing the technical development of the company's MVP project and implementing best practices.

Technologies: TypeScript, React, SWR, Vue.js, Node.js, Next.js, Nuxt.js, Auth0, JWT, Github Actions, Docker, DigitalOcean, Figma

Sep 2021 - Mar 2022
7 months
Berlin, Germany
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EVVA

I developed the next generation of internal tools to replace a Windows-based desktop app.

Technologies: JavaScript, React, Redux, StyledComponents, Material UI, Azure Pipelines, Jest

Nov 2007 - Aug 2021
13 years 10 months

Software Engineer

I was employed as a software engineer at various US and European companies.

Summary

As a seasoned Tech Lead and Interim CTO/CPO, I specialize in building scalable, efficient systems and delivering market-ready products. With over 15 years of experience, I excel in designing cloud architectures, leading cross-functional teams, and integrating cutting-edge technologies like LLM-based AI solutions.

I’ve led the development of complex platforms, from automating cold outreach workflows to creating social media tools for travel bloggers. My expertise spans TypeScript, React, Node.js, Kubernetes, AWS, PostgreSQL, and more. I’m skilled in API development, cloud deployment, and implementing secure authentication systems.

Beyond technical execution, I focus on product strategy, roadmap creation, and fostering sustainable remote work cultures. Whether it’s launching MVPs, optimizing internal processes, or scaling infrastructure, I deliver robust, maintainable solutions tailored to business needs.

Languages

English
Native
German
Native
Russian
Native

Education

Jan 2007 - Jun 2011

Institute for International Social and Humanitarian Relations

Computer Science · Moscow, Russian Federation

Sep 2006 - Apr 2012

Technical University for Communication and Informatics

Telecommunications Engineering · Moscow, Russian Federation