Rafael Yakshimbetov
Königsberg scryppi@gmail.com +7 952 059 93 98 linkedin.com/in/rafael-scrooppi
Senior JavaScript Developer (Frontend / Full-Stack)

Software engineer with 9+ years of experience in frontend and backend development, specializing in React, Next.js, and Node.js. I build complex web applications end to end, from user interfaces and real-time interactions to backend services, APIs, and application architecture.

On the backend, I work with Node.js and Express.js, developing APIs, implementing business logic, and integrating services. My experience includes data-intensive financial and trading applications, WebSocket-driven market data, and custom TradingView integrations, where performance and efficient communication between the client and server are critical.

I design application architectures from scratch and evolve existing systems as products grow. I’ve worked with Domain-Driven Design, Clean Architecture, and Feature-Sliced Design to establish clear boundaries and keep large codebases maintainable. I also investigate production issues and optimize performance across the stack, from rendering, SSR, and data fetching to request volume and backend load.

I take an active interest in the product behind the code: understanding user needs, questioning requirements, discussing UX, and using product metrics to inform technical decisions. I continuously explore new technologies, including AI tools and integrations, and look for practical ways to apply them to development workflows and product features.

I also have leadership experience and am comfortable taking responsibility for technical direction and coordinating team delivery while staying hands-on with development. Having worked in small startups and organizations with 50+ developers, I’m open to senior engineering, tech lead, and team lead roles that combine technical ownership, product involvement, and building software.

Key Skills
Core Competencies
  • JavaScript (ES6+)
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • Next.js
  • SSR
  • Node.js
  • Redux
  • React Query
  • Express.js
  • REST
  • MongoDB
  • Linux
  • Feature-Sliced Design
  • Domain-Driven Design
  • Clean Architecture
  • Git
  • UX awareness
  • Agile / Scrum
Experience

VK.com

Frontend Tech Lead
February 2023 — Present

Development of RuStore, a high-load web application using Next.js and internal services.


Stack: JavaScript • TypeScript • React • Next.js • SCSS • Storybook • Git

Novakid

Software Engineer (Frontend / Backend)
November 2021 — December 2022

https://www.novakidschool.com

Large international online education platform with multiple teams and QA.


Stack: JavaScript • TypeScript • React • Next.js • Node.js • SCSS • Storybook • Git

ECOM PORTAL

Frontend Developer
October 2020 — November 2021

https://e-comportal.com

Cloud platform for e-commerce participants.


Stack: JavaScript • React • Redux • React Query • Material UI • HTML • CSS • Sass • Git

Bictory Finance

Frontend / Backend Developer
October 2019 — October 2020

https://bictory.io

Joined the startup at its earliest stage, building the product from scratch as the engineering team grew from 2 to 10 developers. Took over team lead responsibilities after the original lead’s departure while continuing hands-on frontend and backend development.


Stack: JavaScript • TypeScript • React • Node.js • Express • Redux • Webpack • SCSS

Sovereign Wallet Network

Software Engineer (Frontend / Backend)
February 2018 — October 2019

https://sovereignwallet.network

Developed a cryptocurrency price monitoring, exchange, and trading platform in collaboration with teams in Seoul and Bangalore.


Stack: JavaScript • React • Node.js • Redux • HTML • CSS • Sass • Git