Dmytro Kovalenko Lead/Staff Software Engineer · netflix

14+ years of experience · Poland

About your mentor

I’m a Lead/Staff Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience building scalable, high-load systems and leading teams at Netflix, Tray.io, and Megogo. I help engineers grow into Senior and Tech Lead roles by leveling up their system design, architecture skills, and leadership mindset. I also offer practical guidance on integrating GenAI solutions like RAG, Agents, and NLP into real products. Whether you're aiming to scale your backend, lead complex projects, or prep for FAANG interviews — I’ll help you get there with real-world advice and actionable feedback.

Sessions

  • Career Roadmapping MentorShip

    60 min

    🧭 Don’t just chase jobs — design your career. This session is for engineers who want to be intentional — not reactive — about their growth. With 10+ years in the industry (Netflix, startups, mentorship), I’ve helped engineers: Plan transitions into FAANG and high-growth roles Choose between IC vs leadership paths Align day-to-day work with long-term goals Build a clear, personalized roadmap — not just jump to “what’s next?” If you feel stuck, scattered, or unsure what direction to take — let’s zoom out, get clarity, and build a career strategy that actually fits you.

  • System Design MockInterview

    60 min

    I’ve sat on both sides of the table — as a Senior Engineer at Netflix and a hiring panelist across startups and big tech. I know what interviewers actually look for. In this mock interview session, I’ll: Simulate a real interview (system design, behavioral, or tech deep-dive — you choose) Give you detailed, actionable feedback on your performance Highlight what’s working, what’s not, and how to improve fast Share insider tips on how top candidates stand out Whether you're aiming for FAANG, a top-tier startup, or a senior role — this is your safe space to practice, improve, and build confidence. Let’s get you ready to crush your next interview. 💪

Expertise

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Backend
  • High load systems
  • Interviews
  • performance optimization
  • Engineering
  • System Design
  • Career Roadmapping
  • MockInterview
  • MentorShip

Professional journey

  • netflix (current)
  • tray.ai
  • megogo

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