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Sergey Korolev

Senior Software Engineer

Sergey Korolev
Walnut Tree, United Kingdom

Experience

Jan 2018 - Present
8 years 2 months
United Kingdom

Senior Software Engineer

TJC UK & Ireland

  • Initiated fundamental changes in the company’s development workflow, including usage of version management system and a cloud-based DevOps management framework (Azure DevOps)
  • Actively participated in the development team hiring and mentored core development team members
  • Selected the technology base of the company’s product: Cloud Foundry (SAP BTP) as a cloud management runtime and NodeJS as a backend framework
  • Developed the core functionality of the company’s product as a sole developer: a cloud-based application using microservice architecture with a modern UI based on the OpenUI5 framework
  • Developed supporting packages and components, including a unified DB interface for NodeJS, a robust event driven job scheduling server and client, and a number of custom controls for the OpenUI5 framework
Apr 2016 - Present
9 years 11 months
Switzerland

SAPUI5/Fiori/ABAP Developer

Litasco SA

  • Developed SAPUI5 and Fiori applications
  • Extended standard Fiori applications
  • Designed and implemented OData services using SAP Gateway
Dec 2015 - Present
10 years 3 months
Germany

ABAP Developer

Remedyne GmbH

  • Developed custom reports in FI, MM, and SD for a proprietary software product
Aug 2015 - Sep 2015
2 months
Russian Federation

ABAP Developer

X5/Unitera

  • Developed a custom application for FI and SD: intercompany reporting and postings for VAT optimization in one of the biggest retail companies in the country
  • Designed end-to-end custom application with its own configuration tables and workplaces based on updatable ALV
  • Developed multiple reports processing tens of millions of records quarterly
  • Completed development, including unit testing, in three weeks
Oct 2014 - Apr 2015
7 months
Ukraine

ABAP/PI/Workflow Developer, Development Team Lead

CRH Europe/Deloitte

  • Designed and developed a complex set of real-time SAP PI interfaces with third-party systems using Idoc, JDBC, and proxy-based protocols with BPM functionality
  • Designed and developed custom workflows in SAP Procurement and Finance
  • Provided pre go-live and post go-live support and troubleshooting for existing workflow templates
  • Coordinated the development team and mentored developers
  • Supported custom developments and interfaces, including PI and OpenText VIM workflow templates
  • Achieved on-time and on-budget project delivery despite lack of prior SAP PI and OpenText VIM experience through rapid self-learning and adaptation
Oct 2014 - Apr 2015
7 months
Russian Federation

ABAP Developer

PepsiCo

  • Developed technical solutions for a new implementation of Sales and Distribution, including BADIs, user exits, and custom reports for FI, MM, and SD
Jan 2007 - Dec 2018
12 years

ABAP/Workflow/PI Contractor

Freelance

  • Designed and implemented complex SAP/PI interfaces
  • Designed and implemented complex UIs using SAPUI5 and Fiori frameworks
  • Designed and implemented technical SAP ABAP and Workflow solutions
  • Designed and developed SAP custom applications
  • Provided technical consultancy and advisory services
  • Delivered business process improvements
  • Proved a first-class contractor, delivering quality ABAP, Workflow, and PI consultancy services to blue-chip clients
  • Gained a reputation as a highly knowledgeable SAP expert with in-depth business and technical acumen
  • Forged excellent relations with major clients, securing contract proposals from return customers
  • Designed and implemented a complex set of real-time SAP PI interfaces based on various protocols
  • Fine-tuned and optimized business-critical BI applications on short notice under high pressure
  • Identified end user requirements and implemented significant changes, ensuring timely project delivery
  • Improved business-critical corporate reports for FI/CO, MM, and SD modules
  • Trained junior staff, transferring knowledge and reducing external training costs
  • Led teams and mentored junior developers, consistently achieving and surpassing project goals

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 (19 years), Energy (10 years), Retail (8 years), Construction (0.5 years), Professional Services (0.5 years), and Food and Beverage (0.5 years).

Information Technology
Energy
Retail
Construction
Professional Services
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 (19 years), Business Intelligence (12 years), Finance (11 years), Procurement (10.5 years), Sales (10 years), and Product Development (8 years).

Information Technology
Business Intelligence
Finance
Procurement
Sales
Product Development

Summary

A dedicated, versatile, and highly motivated full-stack developer within NodeJS, SAP Business Technology Platform, SAPUI5, and Cloud Foundry with a proven track record of developing and delivering effective IT solutions that exceed client expectations and business objectives.

Highly detail-oriented and an analytical problem solver with efficient troubleshooting skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills build positive working relationships with end users, team members, and stakeholders at all levels. Thrives under pressure, is SAP-certified with extensive technical knowledge and is quick to grasp new technologies.

Skills

  • Javascript

  • Nodejs

  • Mysql

  • Postgresql

  • Hana Db

  • Sapui5

  • Sap Cloud Platform

  • Cloud Foundry

  • Sap Pi

  • Abap

  • Bapi

  • Badi

  • Xml

  • Nodejs

  • Cloud Foundry

  • Sap Process Integration (Pi): System Landscape Configuration, Esr, Ib, Jdbc, Ftp, Proxy, Integration Tools (Idoc, Edi, Xml, Rfc, Webservices)

  • Abap: Report Programming (Alv And Oo Alv), Dialogue Programming (Including Custom Controls), Object Oriented Abap (Abap Objects)

  • Workflow: Business Workflow Design And Development, Bor (Business Object Repository), Workflow-enabled Abap Classes

  • In-depth Technical Knowledge Of Sap Modules Including Mm, Sd, Fi, Co, Pm, Ps, Hcm

  • Extensive Senior Level Sap Experience

  • Highly Versatile Across Many Technical Functions

  • Strong Troubleshooting Prowess

  • Excellent Interpersonal And Communication Skills

  • Calm And Assured In Pressurised Situations

  • Ability To Engage At All Levels & Across All Cultures

  • Pride In The Provision Of High Standards Of Service

  • Strategic, Creative And Lateral Thinker

  • Professionalism And Integrity At All Times

Languages

Russian
Native
English
Advanced
French
Elementary

Education

Oct 1980 - Jun 1984

Moscow State University

BSc in Applied Mathematics · Applied Mathematics · Moscow, Russian Federation

Certifications & licenses

Certified SAP ABAP Developer

Certified SAP PI Developer

Certified SAP Workflow Developer

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Sergey based?

Sergey is based in Walnut Tree, United Kingdom and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Sergey speak?

Sergey speaks the following languages: Russian (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Sergey have?

Sergey has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Sergey has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Sergey may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sergey be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sergey would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Software Engineer, SAPUI5/Fiori/ABAP Developer, ABAP Developer.

What is Sergey's latest experience?

Sergey's most recent position is Senior Software Engineer at TJC UK & Ireland.

What companies has Sergey worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sergey has worked for TJC UK & Ireland, Litasco SA, and Remedyne GmbH.

Which industries is Sergey most experienced in?

Sergey is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Energy, and Retail. Sergey also has some experience in Construction, Professional Services, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Sergey most experienced in?

Sergey is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Business Intelligence, and Finance. Sergey also has some experience in Procurement and Purchasing, Sales, and Product Development.

Which industries has Sergey worked in recently?

Sergey has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Energy, and Retail.

Which business areas has Sergey worked in recently?

Sergey has recently worked in business areas like Finance, Procurement and Purchasing, and Sales.

What is Sergey's education?

Sergey holds a Bachelor in Applied Mathematics from Moscow State University.

Does Sergey have any certificates?

Sergey has 3 certificates. These include: Certified SAP ABAP Developer, Certified SAP PI Developer, and Certified SAP Workflow Developer.

What is the availability of Sergey?

Sergey will be available full-time from April 2026.

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