Davor Ergotic
Maple Ridge
Summary
I'm an engineering professional with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, process optimization, and technical leadership. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliability and fostering high-performance culture. Known for strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
ControlUp
01.2025 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance product development processes and optimize engineering practices.
- Implemented agile methodologies to improve project delivery timelines and team collaboration.
- Developed and maintained technical documentation for engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to drive communication, resolve issues, and promote innovative solutions.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for process improvements and increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables, aligning with company goals.
- Managed risk assessments and mitigation strategies to ensure project success and minimize disruptions.
Technical Lead Engineer
ControlUp
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Led technical team in implementing ControlUp solutions for performance monitoring and management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues efficiently.
- Designed and executed automated scripts to streamline operational processes, enhancing system functionality.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Implemented best practices for system integration, ensuring seamless compatibility across platforms.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to recommend enhancements, driving continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
Technical Lead Engineer / Technical Manager
Playgon Interactive Inc.
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Working with the front-end team, developing eTable games using: ReactJS, Redux Toolkit, Zustand, TypeScript, Styled Components, HTML, CSS, Jest, Webpack
- Working on existing front-end architecture and laying down new architecture for building new games and features
- Working in Agile Environment
- Project Management tasks
- SCRUM master tasks
- Leading and managing the team
- Researching new technologies and libraries (POC and implementation)
- Mentoring engineers
- 1-on-1 with direct reports
- Reviews and guidance in the career development of direct reports
- Road map planning with multiple stakeholders
- Weekly meetings with the board of directors to discuss business and technical opportunities
Enterprise Architecture SWAT
PNI Digital Media / Staples US
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with multiple teams as a front-end specialist using: ReactJS, Redux Toolkit, TypeScript, Styled Components, HTML, CSS, Jest, Webpack, C#
- Laying down architecture for front-end applications
- Developing architecture and implementing features for agnostic applications (e.g., ReactJS component library that can be used in any ReactJS application)
- Researching new technologies (POC)
- Participating Hackathons
- Working in an Agile environment
- SAFe environment (Scaled Agile Framework)
- Mentoring engineers
- Helping team leads guide their teams
Team Lead / Technical Manager
PNI Digital Media / Staples US
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Developing software using: ReactJS, MobX, ES6, RxJS, TypeScript, Styled Components, HTML, CSS, Jest, Webpack
- Maintaining existing software using: AngularJS, ES6, GulpJS, Sass, CSS, XML, HTML
- Algorithm design to accommodate business needs
- Software documentation
- Team Lead / Team Manager
- Mentoring engineers
- 1-on-1 with direct reports
- Reviews and guidance in the career development of direct reports
- Researching new technologies (POC)
- Participating Hackathons
- Working in an agile environment
- Road map planning
- Collaborating with multiple teams and team managers to synchronize multi-team efforts
Sr. Software Engineer / Team Lead / Technical Manager
Lush Handmade Cosmetics
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Developing software using: Demandware platform, AngularJS, jQuery, EcmaScript, Demandware Script, PHP, Yeoman, GruntJS, Sass, CSS, XML, HTML
- Maintaining existing software using: Demandware platform, AngularJS, jQuery, EcmaScript, Demandware Script, PHP, Yeoman, GruntJS, Sass, CSS, XML, HTML
- Database development using: MySQL
- Algorithm design to accommodate business needs
- Software documentation
- Project management
- Team Lead/Team Manager
- Researching new technologies (POC)
- Implemented Agile methodology (to some degree)
- 1-on-1 with direct reports
- Mentoring engineers
Senior Software Engineer
The Level Consulting Ltd.
05.2014 - 08.2015
- Developing software using: NodeJS, AngularJS, SailsJS, ExpressJS, jQuery, Java, Spring Framework
- Maintaining existing software using: NodeJS, AngularJS, SailsJS, ExpressJS, jQuery, Java, Spring Framework
- Database development using: MySQL, PostgreSQL
- Algorithm design to accommodate project needs
- UI development using: JavaScript, jQuery, AngularJS, HTML5, CSS3, Less, Sass
- Software documentation
Senior Software Engineer
Webduct Systems Inc.
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Developing software using: PHP, CodeIgniter 2.x, JavaScript, jQuery, KnockoutJS
- Maintaining existing software using: PHP, CodeIgniter 2.x, JavaScript, jQuery, KnockoutJS
- Creating/maintaining websites using: Drupal CMS, Expression Engine CMS, WordPress CMS
- Database development using: MySQL
- UI development using: JavaScript, jQuery, KnockoutJS, HTML5, CSS3
Software Engineer
No Limits Distribution
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Developing software using: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery
- Maintaining existing software using: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery
- UI development using: JavaScript, jQuery, KnockoutJS, HTML5, CSS3
- Creating websites using: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, CSS
- Creating/maintaining websites using: WordPress CMS, XCart eCommerce Platform
- Internet marketing: E-mails, SEO
Software Engineer
Zagreb CROZ d.o.o.
08.2008 - 04.2011
- Developed software using: Java, Spring Framework (MVC), Hibernate ORM, Struts 2 Framework (MVC), Adobe Flex, Ant Build Tool
- Implemented IBM Maximo Asset Management Software
- Database development using: MySQL, IBM DB2
- Developed websites using: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, JSP
Education
IBM Certified Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management V7.1
Zagreb
07.2009
Bachelor - Computer Science
Technical Polytechnic in Zagreb
12.2008
Master of Science - Computational Science
Faculty of Electrical Engineering And Computing
Zagreb05-2010
CCNA
CISCO Academy
Zagreb, Croatia05-2008
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Engineering design
- Training and mentoring
- Decision-making skills
- Stakeholder communication
- Prioritization
- Technology integration
- Engineering software proficiency
Hobbies and Interests
Previous member of Croatian National Wrestling Team (Greco-Roman Style), Running ultra marathons, Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu and video gaming.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Timeline
Engineering Manager
ControlUp
01.2025 - Current
Technical Lead Engineer
ControlUp
06.2023 - 01.2025
Technical Lead Engineer / Technical Manager
Playgon Interactive Inc.
05.2022 - 06.2023
Enterprise Architecture SWAT
PNI Digital Media / Staples US
08.2021 - 05.2022
Team Lead / Technical Manager
PNI Digital Media / Staples US
08.2016 - 08.2021
Sr. Software Engineer / Team Lead / Technical Manager
Lush Handmade Cosmetics
08.2015 - 08.2016
Senior Software Engineer
The Level Consulting Ltd.
05.2014 - 08.2015
Senior Software Engineer
Webduct Systems Inc.
08.2012 - 05.2014
Software Engineer
No Limits Distribution
05.2011 - 06.2012
Software Engineer
Zagreb CROZ d.o.o.
08.2008 - 04.2011
Bachelor - Computer Science
Technical Polytechnic in Zagreb
IBM Certified Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management V7.1
Zagreb
Master of Science - Computational Science
Faculty of Electrical Engineering And Computing
CCNA
CISCO Academy
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