EMIL ZACHARCZUK
Edinburgh
Summary
Senior software engineer specialising in full-stack development with expertise in Node, Typescript, React, and Next.js. Exhibits strong proficiency in user interface design and product development, leveraging skills in Restful API integration and microservices architecture. Expert in implementing Agile methodologies and Test Driven Development to elevate software design principles. Proficient in Docker containerisation and AWS cloud computing, Diligent problem-solver with keen eye for optimising code and streamlining processes, demonstrating robust skills in both software development and project management. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and adapting to emerging technologies, ensuring seamless integration and innovation. Committed to delivering high-quality solutions that drive business growth and efficiency in software engineer role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Node/React Senior Software Developer
Tesco Bank (Barclays), Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2025.04 - 2026.01
- Streamlined code maintenance with thorough documentation process.
- Contributed to architectural decisions, driving technological advancements within company.
- Engaged in peer code reviews, fostering knowledge sharing and enhancing development skills within team.
- Fostered productive relationships with clients to understand and meet their specific requirements.
- Led successful migration of legacy systems to modern platforms.
Node/React Software Developer
Tesco Bank, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2021.10 - 2025.04
- Streamlined development of onboarding functionality for savings customers using JS/Node/React.
- Assisted in architecture design of various software systems ensuring scalability and reliability.
- Provided support during all phases of development lifecycle, leading to higher client satisfaction rates.
- Facilitated communication between team members ensuring smooth workflow.
API Software Developer
Tesco Bank, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2019.06 - 2021.10
- Cooperated with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of top-tier software products employing TIBCO BusinessWorks, Apigee Google, AWS, Github, Docker, Datadog, and Splunk.
- Worked closely with clients to understand their requirements better and deliver customised solutions accordingly.
- Adapted quickly to new programming languages as per project requirements.
Administrator
Scottish Qualification Authority, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2018.03 - 2019.01
- Maintained up-to-date contract database to support operational efficiency.
Allocated jobs based on geographic location to optimise resource distribution.
Achieved nomination and shortlisting for Newcomer of the Year Award at SQA.
Online Application Support
City of Edinburgh Council, Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2017.07 - 2018.03
- Delivered support via telephone, email, and chat for users of online application for Private Landlord Registration.
Liaised with development team to relay customer feedback for enhancing website functionality and usability.
Education
Diploma in Higher Education - IT and Computing
The Open University
Edinburgh 2017.10 - 2021.10
SQA Professional Development Award (Level 8) - Software Development
CodeClan
Edinburgh 2019.01 - 2019.05
Master in Science - European and International Politics
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2008.08 - 2009.08
Skills
- User interface design
- Product development understanding
- Node, Typescript, React, Nextjs (full-stack development)
- Restful API
- Agile development
- Software design principles knowledge
- Docker containerisation
- Test Driven Development
- Microservices architecture
- AWS cloud computing
- API integration proficiency
LANGUAGES
Polish
Native
Russian
Elementary
HOBBIES
I love travelling and cooking traditional dishes from all around the world for my family and friends. I am interested in technology (especially IoT and Artificial Intelligence) and how it is shaping our lives. Currently self-studying Python.
PROJECTS
The gym | Individual project | Ruby, Sinatra, PostgreSQL | CSS | HTML | TDD, https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk/Project-Gym_Ruby, Educational app for children | Group project | JavaScript, RESTful API, Agile| CSS | HTML https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk/js_project, News App | Group project | Java, Spring, Hibernate, Javascript, React, JUnit, | HTML | CSS https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk/Sports_News_Editor_App/tree/master/sports_news_full_stack, Brew Dog API | Individual project | JavaScript, RESTful API | CSS| HTML https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk/JavaScript-BrewDogAPI, Selenium Test Calculator |Individual project|JavaScript, Selenium, Protractor, Chai, Mocha https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk/Selenium_test_calculator
VOLUNTEERING
- Coderdojo, Edinburgh, Volunteer Software Developer, Edinburgh, 2019-02, 2019-02, Helping children to learn coding with Scratch and Python.
- Alzheimer Scotland, Edinburgh, Volunteer Software Developer, Edinburgh, 2019-04, 2019-05, The aim of this volunteer project was to build an interactive Amazon Echo audio companion for people newly diagnosed with Alzheimer., Amazon AWS Cloud and Lambda functions were technologies of choice.
Affiliations
- Traveling
- Hiking
- Reading books
LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emil-zacharczuk/
https://github.com/EmilZacharczuk
Timeline
Node/React Senior Software Developer
Tesco Bank (Barclays), Edinburgh
2025.04 - 2026.01
Node/React Software Developer
Tesco Bank, Edinburgh
2021.10 - 2025.04
API Software Developer
Tesco Bank, Edinburgh
2019.06 - 2021.10
SQA Professional Development Award (Level 8) - Software Development
CodeClan
2019.01 - 2019.05
Administrator
Scottish Qualification Authority, Edinburgh
2018.03 - 2019.01
Diploma in Higher Education - IT and Computing
The Open University
2017.10 - 2021.10
Online Application Support
City of Edinburgh Council, Edinburgh
2017.07 - 2018.03
Master in Science - European and International Politics
The University of Edinburgh
2008.08 - 2009.08