Hello! I'm Ivo Iliev, a seasoned Full Stack Web Developer, DevOps Engineer, and AI Specialist. My career spans the entire history of modern computing, from its pioneering days to the forefront of today’s AI revolution. I began coding in 1988 on the Pravetz – a Bulgarian-made clone of the Apple II – sparking a lifelong passion for building with technology.
Today, I specialize in crafting robust and scalable web applications. My core expertise lies in both the modern MER(N) stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) and the established LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) – giving me the versatility to tackle diverse project requirements.
I’m currently focused on leveraging the power of AI to create innovative solutions. I contribute to the fine-tuning and testing of advanced local models from Google (Gemma3), Meta (LLaMA), Mistral, DeepSeek, and Flux, and I’m passionate about applying these technologies to solve real-world problems.
Beyond coding, I excel in DevOps practices, ensuring seamless deployment and scalability. I’m a firm believer in clean, efficient code and a collaborative approach to development.
September 2023 - Present time.
Immersed himself in the world of AI and machine learning through self-directed study.
R&D with various cutting-edge local AI models like Google (Gemma3), Meta (LLaMA), Mistral AI, DeepSeek , including Stable Diffusion (forge), Llama, and Open Webui, gaining hands-on experience in text generation, image synthesis, and other AI capabilities.
I'm honing my skills in crafting both soft and hard prompts, architecting intricate structures that force AI to tackle diverse and often challenging tasks, pushing the boundaries of what's currently possible.
Continuously expands my knowledge base and skillset in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
TECHNOLOGY: TensorFlow & PyTorch, ollama, Open WebUI and more.
February 2021 - August 2023
Full Stack Developer, various projects of the company.
TECHNOLOGY: ExtJS, Symphony, MySQL, Kubernetes, Minikube, GitLab, Jira
February 2020 - February 2021
Full Stack Web Developer, various projects, partial and complete projects.
TECHNOLOGY: Vanilla JS, REACT, Vue, Angular, Node.js, Express, Redux, Mongoose, MongoDB, Codeigniter, Symphony, Laravel
February 2019 - November 2019
Full Stack PHP Web Developer at Mastertrading. Integration of Opencart online shops with Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Optimisation of existing e-commerce platforms. Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure
TECHNOLOGY: HTML5, PHP7, JS, jQery, CSS, Opencart, PrestaShop, WooCommerce, SOAP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Windows Server Administration
March 2018 - January 2019
Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues. Installing and configuring software, hardware and networks. Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure. Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls. Manage network servers and technology tools.
TECHNOLOGY: CentOS7, Debian and Ubuntu Servers, KVM, Apache2, NGINX, BASH, VPNs, RAID, postfix, dovecot, Physical hardware and network Maintenance and monitoring.
March 2015 - September 2016
Developing front end website architecture. Developing back end website applications. Working alongside graphic designers for web design features. Seeing through a project from conception to finished product. Designing and developing APIs. Meeting both technical and consumer needs. Manage network servers and technology tools. Train staff on new technologies
TECHNOLOGY: PHP7, MySQL, JS, jQuery, Magento, Python, REST APIs, VPS, Development of Modules for magento about Payments (ePay, BORICA), Advertisment, Shipping (RAPIDO, ECONT), Web Scraping.
April 2005 - September 2007
Developing front end website architecture. Developing back end website applications. Working alongside graphic designers for web design features. Seeing through a project from conception to finished product. Installing and configuring software, hardware and networks. Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls. Manage network servers and technology tools. Train staff on new technologies
TECHNOLOGY: HTML, CSS, JS, PHP5, MySQL, ASP.NET, Windows Servers, Networks, Hardware, Photoshop
June 2002 - October 2003
Network maintenance. Softuware and hardware maintenance. Work with clients
TECHNOLOGY:Windows Servers, Networks, Hardware, Maintenance
March 2002 - May 2002
Installing and configuring software, hardware and networks. Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues. Ensuring security and efficiency of IT infrastructure
TECHNOLOGY: Networks, Hardware, Monitoring, Maintenance
1986 - PRESENT TIME
Auto didactic
Various courses for self edication in many areas.
2002 - 2003
University of UHT
Cisco Certified Network Associate
September 1996 - June 2000
Hr. G. Danov
Creating of bussines plans. Finanscial Accounting.
SM / Norwegian Cruise Line
Ivo Iliev is an exceptionally skilled Systems Manager with a deep understanding of both hardware and software environments. His extensive experience in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry, particularly on cruise ships, has honed his expertise in OS management, software deployment, network infrastructure maintenance, and server support. Ivo consistently delivers reliable and efficient IT solutions, making him an invaluable asset to any team.
SRE / SBTech
Ivo Iliev is a highly capable and innovative Infrastructure Engineer who has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise in both on-premise and cloud environments. In my role as a Site Reliability Engineer at SBTech, I have seen firsthand how Ivo applies a meticulous engineering approach to infrastructure and operations, ensuring our systems are not only reliable and scalable but also secure and resilient. His proficiency in modern IaC and CCA technologies, coupled with his commitment to automation, has been instrumental in enhancing our DevOps culture. Ivo’s dedication to taking ownership of our hosted infrastructure has significantly contributed to the success and stability of our products.
HP / Viscomp
Ivo Iliev is a highly skilled and dedicated professional who has been an integral part of our team at Viscomp. As Head of Programmers, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Ivo, who consistently demonstrates exceptional technical expertise and problem-solving abilities. His proficiency in full-stack development, coupled with his deep understanding of network infrastructure and AI technologies, makes him a standout contributor. Ivo's commitment to excellence and his ability to adapt to emerging technologies have significantly enhanced our projects and overall team performance.
Web developer / AXS Marine
Working alongside Ivo Iliev at AXS Marine has been a rewarding experience. Even though we are in different teams, I have always been impressed by Ivo's deep technical knowledge and his ability to collaborate effectively across departments. As a Senior Full Stack Web Developer, I’ve had numerous opportunities to interact with Ivo, and his expertise in both front-end and back-end development, as well as his understanding of infrastructure, has been invaluable. He consistently approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and his contributions have significantly enhanced our projects. Ivo is not only a skilled developer but also a reliable and supportive colleague.
Address
37 Urban Street, Merthyr Tydfil, UK
Phone
ivosuper@gmail.com