Maksim ŠETIĆ
Software Developer
-Date of birth 05/28/1998
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Croatia
Ante Mike Tripala 10
Skilled Full-Stack Developer with 4+ years of experience in
designing, developing, and maintaining dynamic web applications
using modern JavaScript frameworks (React.js, Next.js, AngularJS)
and CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify). Strong expertise in
backend development - Node.js, PHP, PostgreSQL/GraphQL, REST.
Proficient at integrating OpenAI services, implementing payment
gateways. Experienced in setting up CI/CD pipelines via GitHub
and deploying cloud-native applications using AWS and Azure.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science — Algebra University College, Zagreb, GZ, Croatia
From 2016 to 2020
Relevant Coursework: Programming, Algorithms and Data Structures, Computer Networks,
Database Management
Participated in the university's tech meetups and hackathons
WORK EXPERIENCE
Software Developer — Kodelab, Zagreb, GZ, Croatia
From January 2024 to May 2025
Developed custom software solutions for diverse clients, delivering production-grade
applications tailored to business needs.
Utilized React.js and Next.js for seamless SSR and SPA experiences.
Built and integrated APIs using Node.js, PHP, PostgreSQL, GraphQL to support complex user
flows and data interactions.
Collaborated closely with designers, PMs, and stakeholders to scope features, manage
timelines, and ensure pixel-perfect delivery across platforms.
Emphasized performance optimization, accessibility standards, and maintainable code structure
across client projects.
Contributed to both greenfield builds and the evolution of existing codebases in a fast-paced,
client-focused environment.
Software Developer — Felloz, Zagreb, GZ, Croatia
From December 2022 to December 2023
Collaborated within a five-person startup team to architect and deliver a cross-platform
donation application for Android and iOS.
Built the mobile frontend using NativeScript with Angular, HTML/CSS, and React Native, with
pre-rendering techniques to optimize performance.
Developed and integrated a custom PHP backend to manage donations, user data, and API
communication. Leveraged Android Studio in a macOS development environment for mobile
deployment.
Navigated the fast-paced dynamics of a startup, adapting to daily technical and strategic
challenges. Operated within an agile team, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and
continuous delivery practices.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Software Developer — Caelor, Zagreb, GZ, Croatia
From May 2020 to November 2022
Contributed to the development of scalable web applications and internal libraries using
React.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and Express.js.
Played a key role in building and maintaining components for projects such as MacroSuite and
ContentViz, adhering to organizational standards for code quality, performance, and
maintainability.
Implemented global state management solutions, including Redux and Zustand, to architect
predictable and modular application states.
Actively participated in cross-functional meetings with developers, stakeholders, and leadership
to align technical decisions with business objectives.
Software Developer Internship — Caelor, Zagreb, GZ, Croatia
From April 2019 to December 2019
Assisted in developing internal tools and client prototypes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and
React.
Collaborated on backend tasks using Node.js and Express, including creating basic API
endpoints and data processing scripts.
Worked closely with senior engineers to debug and fix issues in production and staging
environments, gaining exposure to agile development, Git workflows, and software deployment
processes.
SKILLS
Programming Languages & Frameworks:
JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, PHP
React.js, Next.js, Angular.js, Vue.js (frontend frameworks)
Node.js, Express (backend development)
HTML5, CSS3, SASS, Tailwind CSS
Databases & Storage:
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB
Redis (caching, session management)
Firebase/Superbase
Payment & API Integration:
RESTful APIs, GraphQL
Stripe API (payments, subscriptions)
Open AI API
DevOps & Cloud:
AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
Docker, Kubernetes (containerization and orchestration)
Tools & Practices:
Git, GitHub, GitLab (version control)
Unit and integration testing (Jest, Cypress)
