A seasoned software engineer with experience in SaaS product development and building GIS systems. Skilled in backend development using Python, DevOps practices, and deploying applications in Kubernetes on AWS. Available for remote contracts.
Skills and Technologies
- Python
- Flask
- PostgreSQL
- Redis
- OpenAPI
- Vue.js
- Javascript
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- AWS
- Linux
- CI/CD
- QGIS
- GeoServer
- PostGIS
- Openlayers
- BI
- Scrum
- Team Lead
Projects
Geospatial Data Collection Platform - SaaS
Tech: Flask, OpenAPI, Vue.js, QGIS, Kubernetes, AWS
Developed and operated SaaS platform for geospatial data collection called Merginmaps. Built the platform from the very first prototype up to a successful product trusted by 100k+ users. Led the development team and collaborated closely with product, marketing, sales and support teams.
Webmapping Platform
Tech: Flask, Vue.js, PostGIS, QGIS, Docker, Kubernetes
Main architect, contributor and maintainer of customizable webmapping platform called Mappin. Deployed on both AWS EKS and on-premises (Linux/Windows servers). The product was used by public sector (councils, municipalities, national parks) and private companies (fiber optics, mining, energy) as a replacement for custom webGIS solutions.
Business Intelligence Data Warehouse
Tech: Airbyte, Airflow, PostgreSQL, Metabase, Docker
Maintained company's internal business intelligence data warehouse and created data transformation workflows using Airbyte and Airflow orchestration.
Geoportal Support & Maintenance
Tech: Georchestra, PostGIS, QGIS, Python, Kubernetes
Provided support and maintenance for Geoportal platform originally developed by World Bank for county council in Slovakia. Made customizations based on client needs and provided staff training.
QGIS Plugins Development
Tech: Python, QGIS
Contributed to private QGIS plugins for geospatial analysis in areas of autonomous driving, fiber optics and road analysis.
WebGIS Portals
Tech: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (OpenLayers), Flask
Contributed to and maintained various custom webGIS portals for city/county councils and national parks in the UK.
Marketing Websites
Tech: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Jekyll
Created and maintained a suite of marketing websites for GIS products and a GIS company.
Professional Experience
Backend Developer & DevOps Engineer
Merginmaps | Remote | 2020 - 2026
- Engineered backend system for SaaS platform (B2B) handling geospatial data synchronization trusted by 100k+ users.
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines for automated build and testing. Deployed and managed containerized applications using AWS EKS. Managed site reliability and availability.
- Managed company cloud infrastructure and provided sys-admin support.
GIS Software Developer
Lutra Consulting | Remote | 2017 - 2020
- Developed both desktop (QGIS plugins) and web GIS solutions using QGIS, PostGIS, Python and Vue.js.
- Provided support for GIS tools like GeoServer, Postgis, QGIS.
- Developed several marketing / product websites.
Research Associate
Charles University | Prague, Czech Republic | 2011 - 2017
- Conducted research in the field of polymer physics with focus on data analysis, visualization and mathematical modeling (FEM).