About Martin
I’m a product-minded full-stack developer with a strong software engineering background, focused on building software that solves the right problem and creates real business value. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on large-scale systems and product solutions for companies ranging from small startups to major international organizations. I bring not only hands-on development experience, but also the ability to understand the product goal, business context, and user needs — so the solution is not just technically correct, but truly fit for purpose. My career has taken me through multiple roles from software developer and technical lead to project manager, engineering manager, department leader, COO, and company-level leadership. This gives me a practical advantage: I understand how products are shaped, how teams deliver, how business goals influence technical decisions, and how to build software that is useful, maintainable, and valuable in the real world.
English
Fluent
Slovak
Native or bilingual
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Cassovia CodeMember of The Supervisory BoardJuly 2024 - January 2026 (1 year and 6 months)Provided strategic oversight and governance support, helping align business goals, delivery capabilities, operational priorities, and long-term company direction. Brought perspective from software engineering, delivery leadership, and company management to support better decisions and sustainable growth.
- Cassovia CodeChief Operating OfficerFebruary 2024 - December 2025 (1 year and 10 months)• - Operational Management: Overseeing daily operations to ensure they align with the company's strategic goals, including project delivery, resource allocation, and process optimization.• - Strategic Execution: Implementing the company's strategic vision in coordination with the CEO, ensuring that long-term goals are met.• - Cross-Department Coordination: Working closely with various departments (e.g., development, QA, HR, marketing) to ensure smooth collaboration and efficiency in processes.• - Financial Oversight: Ensuring the company meets its financial targets and commitments, managing budgets and resource utilization effectively.• - Crisis Management: Handling operational crises and ensuring business continuity, particularly in high-pressure situations like project delays or technical failures.• - Process Improvement: Continuously improving operational processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality of deliverables.
- GlobalLogic SlovakiaHead of DeliveryMarch 2024 - May 2024 (2 months)• - Overseeing the delivery of projects from inception to completion.• - Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.• - Leading and mentoring delivery teams, including project managers, developers, testers, and other roles.• - Building and maintaining high-performing teams.• - Acting as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.• - Managing relationships with external vendors and partners.• - Implementing and refining delivery processes to improve efficiency and quality.• - Promoting the use of best practices in software development and project management.• - Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with project delivery.• - Managing resource capacity and ensuring teams are adequately staffed.• - Managing project budgets and ensuring financial targets are met.• - Providing regular financial reports and forecasts to the company owner.• - Contributing to the strategic direction of the company by aligning delivery practices with business goals.• - Identifying opportunities for growth and improvement within the delivery function.
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Education
- SAFe 4.0 Scrum Master PRINCE2® Foundation Certificate in Project ManagementSAFe 4.0 Scrum Master PRINCE2® Foundation Certificate in Project Management
- Master's degreeTechnical University in Kosice2011Master's degree