hey! I'm Kriz 👋

Senior SWE @ Aether in Dubai 🇦🇪. I build with Python and JavaScript, deploying solutions on AWS, I am currently focused on AI tools that actually make a difference.

I also enjoy helping businesses launch their online stores with Shopify. Ready to bring your next idea to life? Let's talk

Kriztian Pogi!

Certified

  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • KHDA Certificate
  • Shopify Partner
AWSPythonTypeScriptFastApiDjangoNodeJSReactNextJSPostgresSqlMongoDBShopifyRetoolOpenAIDockerKubernetesGithub ActionsClaude Code

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Ioana B.

Product Manager

Recommended

I had the pleasure of working with Kriztian as a backend developer, and he consistently delivered clean, scalable solutions even under tight deadlines. He doesn’t just code what’s asked; he challenges assumptions, spots edge cases early, and always keeps the wider product impact in mind. Reliable, technically strong, and genuinely easy to work with. Any team looking for a well rounded developer who understands the bigger picture would be lucky to have him.

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Sergei M.

QA Head

Recommended

Kriztian is a standout Software Engineer who truly understands the importance of the developer - QA synergy. During our time working together, where I served as QA Lead, Kriztian demonstrated a high level of ownership, particularly as the lead developer for one of our key services. His approach to development is incredibly constructive. When handing off tasks, Kriztian provided necessary context and details that made the verification process efficient and smooth. Furthermore, his mindset during code refactoring was excellent; he was attentive to minute details, which was crucial in helping us maintain stability and avoid regression issues during development. Kriztian is a supportive colleague who cares about the quality of the final product. I highly recommend him to any team looking for a reliable and detail oriented engineer.

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Nikolay P.

Lead Software Engineer

Recommended

I had the pleasure working with Kriztian for two years at Aether. During that time Kriztian has demonstrated outstanding problem solving skills, exceptional ownership mindset and an unending desire to learn. Kriztian has also been a fantastic teammate, volunteering to tackle the most complex and ambiguous problems, especially in high-pressure situations. I strongly recommend Kriztian for any software engineering role for his technical skills, reliability and proactive attitude.

Personal Projects

Experience

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    Aether

    Senior Software Engineer

    • Led the migration of a key service from monolithic legacy system to serverless event-driven architecture using AWS Lambda, SQS, Kinesis, eliminating downtime and cutting costs while enabling continuous deployment.
    • Developed an internal AI campaign tool with Next.js and OpenAI GPT API, cutting campaign creation time by 70% and tripling weekly campaign output for marketing.
    • Integrated the CCBill payment gateway to manage subscription renewals and in-app credit purchases, ensuring secure and reliable transaction processing.
    • Implemented AI image anonymization feature to enhance user privacy and data security.
    • Orchestrated development and deployment for 30+ Shopify stores using Liquid, React, and GraphQL, and automated CI/CD with GitHub Actions to standardize workflows and boost team efficiency.
    • Designing internal Retool apps and creating custom React components, accelerating internal application development by 80% and significantly improving operational efficiency.
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    NAFFCO

    Software Engineer

    • Developed scalable ERP/CRM systems supporting 8,000+ employees across 5 countries, achieving up to 200% sales growth using Laravel, SocketIO, Redis, and MariaDB/OracleDB.
    • Integrated the CyberSource payment gateway to secure transactions, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance.
    • Led infrastructure provisioning on AWS EC2 with Debian/Apache, and automated deployments and monitoring using custom bash scripts.
    • Developed and maintained 30+ ecommerce platforms using Shopify, WordPress, and Magento, managing full development lifecycles from concept through deployment.
    • Developed interactive touchscreen kiosks for major company events using Laravel and SocketIO, enhancing visitor engagement and digital interaction.
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    St. Mary's Cathiolic High School

    System Administrator and Web Developer

    • Developed custom internal tools for Teacher Evaluations and Event Registration using React.js and Node.js, streamlining administrative workflows and improving user experience.
    • Developed and maintained the school website on WordPress, customizing themes and managing DNS to ensure high availability.
    • Administered Google Workspace for 2,000+ users, providing daily support for Classroom, Drive, and Meet to ensure uninterrupted digital learning.
    • Managed the iSAMS student information system, provisioning accounts and troubleshooting parent portal access to maintain accurate student records
    • Configured and maintained the Cisco Meraki network, setting firewall rules to enforce safe browsing policies and provide reliable, campus-wide Wi-Fi supporting 1,500+ concurrent devices.
    • Maintained all classroom AV equipment directly supporting daily teaching and major school events.