UpTeam Success Story

UpTeam Success Story

Svetlana Klochkova is one of our tech leads, here at UpTeam. She has 10 years experience in software engineering, an excellent developer and leader and she manages a team of 10 developers. We virtually sat down with her to find out more about what set her on the road to success. Let's see how that went.

  • Can you share a little bit about what it is that you do and what a typical day for you is like? What’s your role at UpTeam?

SK: I am a tech lead on one of UpTeam’s projects since September. Before that, I was a Software Engineer for 8 years. My typical day contains a lot of code reviews, communication sessions with our engineers and clients, and activities related to complex integration tasks and new system functionality.

  • Did you always know that working in technology was what you wanted to do? How did you decide it’s the best path for you?

SK: I have always been interested in computers and technology since my childhood. So, I guess I can say that I always wanted to be a part of it. I studied in a Polytechnic University and I graduated from the Information Systems and Technologies Faculty.

  • What is your biggest accomplishment so far?

SK: I would say that the biggest accomplishment so far is becoming a tech lead. I proved my abilities working in numerous teams and projects and will continue to do so until I eventually become a Software Architect. Besides that, I am proud to say that my work has had very good outcomes on our clients’ businesses so far.

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Svetlana with 2 of her team members (Irina - left and Elizaveta - right) at UpTeam's New Years' Eve Corporate Gala.

  • What was the biggest challenge you managed to overcome?

SK: I would say that the moment I started at UpTeam was pretty challenging because I jumped right in the world of international communications and new technologies at the same time. The technologies used were not new, but the culture and the rhythm were. I quickly adapted and embraced future challenges.?

  • What is the one thing you would do everyday and not get bored?

SK: I would never get bored searching for causes and effects. The most interesting part for me in what I do is finding the most effective solution to some structural quests - to eventually find the right solution for our clients on how to build the most effective process, what stack to use and so on.?

  • Can you tell us your funniest memory at UpTeam??

SK: I think the funniest things happen at corporate gatherings. For example, I remember we had a pajama party on Thanksgiving day a couple of years ago. Most of the people wore Kigurumi (onesies). We played on the PlayStation VR and ate turkey. There is always something memorable happening at UpTeam’s events.

  • What would you do if you had to choose another career tomorrow?

SK: I guess it might be something related to problem-solving. Because I really enjoy searching for causes and effects, getting to the bottom of things and being able to take action and solve problems quickly.?

  • What do you wish you had known when you first started in the tech industry?

SK: It’s been a while since I started my IT career, and my journey was pretty smooth, mostly due to the right mindset. I was very determined and learned everything along the way. I wouldn’t change anything.?

  • What do you like most about working at UpTeam?

SK: The opportunities. The opportunity to work with great people. The opportunity to grow as a professional. The opportunity to be part of an international company and do business with US-based clients.

  • What advice would you give to a woman considering a career in the tech industry??

SK: I don’t have specific advice for women, but for everyone who wants to make a career in the tech industry: you need to be passionate about problem-solving, causal relationships, and logic. If you can manage this, there is no programming language that will cause you trouble.

  • What’s next for you? What are your plans for the future??

SK: In the near future, I will take advantage of all the amazing career development opportunities UpTeam has to offer and will work to become a Software Architect.

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