A photograph of Stefan Kudev

Stefan Kudev

Software Engineer

Testimonials

Troy Johnson

Troy Johnson

Engineer | BAE Systems

If you're looking for a mentor, Stefan's your guy. Whether it's getting promoted, improving code quality, or building a better work/life balance, he's the person to go to. He's honest, clear, and direct, with just the right level of empathy. He won't hold your hand, but he will point you in the right direction. Without his guidance, I'm not sure I would have landed a role that aligns so well with my goals and values.

Ragne Terava

Ragne Terava

Senior SDET | Hargreaves Lansdown

During the critical phase of the LTAF project, Stefan brought people together through swarming and pairing sessions - this was key to getting it over the line. He consistently demonstrates strong attention to detail, understands both the 'what' and 'why' behind the work, and has the confidence to speak up when something doesn't feel right. His communication is always clear and thorough, and he maintains a strong test-first, quality-driven mindset. He works quickly under pressure but never compromises on standards. His curiosity and drive for growth make him a collaborative force who helps the team produce work greater than the sum of its parts.

Steve Krause

Steve Krause

Senior Director | Getty Images

Stefan is a dream employee. He's creative, highly skilled, intelligent and highly motivated. This of course is not easy, being that Stefan works remote, as it requires self-motivation and the attributes of a self-starter. No job is too large or small for him - at all times, he rises to the occasion.

Ghie Berry

Ghie Berry

Head of Partnerships | Day Out With The Kids

Stefan bonded with the team straight away, which is a huge testament to his warm and friendly personality. He has managed a raft of priorities incredibly well - I am blown away by the quality of work and his evident commercial intelligence. Overall, I really couldn't have recruited better in terms of the big picture.

Daniel Mahon

Daniel Mahon

Head of Tech | Day Out With The Kids

Stefan is a really nice guy with a huge potential for growth. I really believe he has the ability to push us forward as a company in a multitude of ways.

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Hobbies / Interests

💰 Finance

  • Budgeting
  • Stocks, Shares, Funds

👟 Personal Fitness

  • Gym-going
  • Scenic walks

📚 Technical Reading

  • Tech News
  • Guides
  • Opinion pieces

📷 Photography

  • Landscapes
  • Portraits
  • Long exposure

☕ Coffee

  • Exotic blends
  • Local roasters