Igor Shtelmakh

Software development is my passion. I believe great software should be usable, reliable, and as simple as possible. With countless frameworks and tools available today, it’s easy to create over-engineered, fragile systems — but I strive to avoid “Frankenstein” solutions. Overthinking can ruin even the most promising projects. While I love writing code, much of my career has been in technical leadership and management roles. I aim to maintain a healthy balance between hands-on development and building efficient development processes. In commercial software, success isn’t just about coding or using the latest technology — it’s about balancing scope, cost, time, and quality to deliver real value. The rise of AI is transforming our industry. When I first saw ChatGPT two years ago, I thought it was just a toy — now, LLMs help me write code, process text, and speed up research. Still, I believe it’s critical to apply sound engineering practices and not rely entirely on “vibe coding.” What I’m looking for are meaningful, challenging projects with smart, open-minded people. I love the feeling of waking up excited to build something impactful.