Summary
Nikolay Novkirishki is a Principal Software Engineer and Scrum Master based in Sofia with 11 years of experience building and leading teams around web-based content management systems. He combines hands-on full-stack development and automation with people leadership, currently guiding a 13-person team through requirements, estimation, delivery and maintenance at Progress. Nikolay’s background spans progressive technical roles from junior to principal, reflecting deep domain knowledge and an ability to scale both architecture and team practices. He holds advanced studies in AI and informatics from Sofia University and KIT, which informs a pragmatic, data-minded approach to engineering and coaching. Colleagues know him for high-quality code, relentless learning, and a positive, mentorship-driven style that improves both product and team performance.
11 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Informatics, Bachelor's degree, Informatics at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Master's degree, Artificial Intelligence, Master's degree, Artificial Intelligence at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski
Telerik Academy School
Mathematical High Scool "Ak. Ivan Tsenov"
German, English, Bulgarian