Summary
Rustam Babadjanov is a seasoned technology leader and founder based in Palo Alto, with 9 years of experience building and scaling AI-enabled software and transformative teams. As Co-Founder and CTO of Growy AI, he blends hands-on engineering with coaching to create AI-native solutions that improve team alignment and organizational growth. His prior leadership at Express24 (acquired by Yandex) spanned Senior Software Engineer, Lead Product Manager, and Engineering Manager, delivering data-driven cultures, OKRs, and scalable systems for a high-traffic platform with 100k+ monthly users and $50M in annual revenue. He previously bootstrapped YamFood into a B2B logistics platform and led multiple ventures that showcase his ability to pivot business models and scale tech infrastructure. In parallel to product and engineering, he founded a private transformation coaching practice in 2024, leveraging conversational intelligence and emotional leadership to empower technical teams. His journey—from a 16-year-old freelancer to a cross-functional leader—highlights a unique blend of technical depth, entrepreneurial grit, and a commitment to human-centered innovation.
10 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Russian, English, Uzbek