Hi! I am Michal Czernik

IT Professional & Adventure Explorer

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Who Am I?

About Me

Visionary technology leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation, building high-performing technical teams, and delivering scalable, innovative solutions. Adept at bridging the gap between business and technology, aligning technical strategies with commercial objectives to drive growth and operational efficiency.

Senior management leader, providing strategic oversight across architecture, engineering, and product development. Expertise in defining and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs), optimizing development workflows, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and system architecture to deployment and performance optimization. Strong advocate for automation, DevOps, and scalable infrastructure.

Passionate about building and mentoring high-performing teams, driving innovation, and ensuring technology serves as a competitive advantage. A problem solver at heart, blending deep technical expertise with strong business acumen to deliver impactful digital solutions.

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What I Do ?

Skills and Abilities

Application Architecture

Application Architecture

Designing scalable, efficient, and maintainable architectures that meet business needs while ensuring performance and security.

Online Solutions

Online Solutions

Developing and implementing custom web-based applications and platforms, optimizing user experiences, and ensuring responsive design.

Technical Leadership

Technical Leadership

Guiding development teams, mentoring engineers, and defining technical strategies to drive innovation and meet organizational goals.

Business Analysis

Business Analysis

Analyzing business needs, gathering requirements, and translating them into technical solutions that align with company objectives.

What Projects I Was Involved In ?

Portfolio

Driving Technology & Innovation

Collaboration Models

Technology Leadership

Technology Leadership & CTO-as-a-Service

Fractional or interim CTO for scaling startups and growth-stage businesses

Technology strategy, product roadmaps, and digital transformation

Hiring, mentoring, and structuring high-performing tech teams

Executive-level advisory for investors, founders, and boards

Enterprise Solutions

Enterprise & Scalable Solutions

End-to-end architecture for scalable digital platforms

Custom-built software and infrastructure solutions

Cloud, DevOps, and system integration expertise

Security, compliance, and risk management

Growth & Innovation

Growth & Innovation Strategy

Aligning technology with business goals to drive innovation

Optimizing engineering processes for rapid product iteration

Identifying and implementing emerging tech solutions

Fundraising and investor tech due diligence support

Want to work with me?

Always feel Free to Contact & Hire me

What Clients and Colleagues Think About Me ?

Testimonials

Pete Davis, Head of Delivery at Everything Connected

I wholeheartedly recommend Michal Czernik for any leadership role in a development team. I had the distinct pleasure of working with him as Head do Development at Everything connected for 5 years, and I can honestly say he is one of the most talented and inspiring leaders I've encountered.

Michal possesses a rare combination of technical expertise, business analysis, solution architecture and great people management skills. During our working relationship he always  demonstrated a deep understanding of the development landscape, while also fostering a positive and productive team environment. 

Specifically, I was consistently impressed by Michal's:

Technical Acumen: He possesses a strong understanding of Drupal, front-end technologies, cloud infrastructure and API development. He is able to provide valuable guidance and mentorship to the team, while also staying abreast of the latest industry trends. Michal was responsible for many innovative processes at Everything Connected, including the introduction of Gitflow, automated testing, and enhancements of local environments for developers.  In addition, he is able to demystify technology for non-developers such as myself, and I have benefited greatly from working closely with him over the years.

Leadership Skills: Michal is a true leader who inspires and motivates their team. Rather than dictate solutions, he fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Michal ran regular development team meetings, where all members were encouraged to share knowledge and tips, hugely improving the team’s confidence and abipties. He is passionate about developing the skills and careers of their team members; providing regular feedback, coaching, and mentorship, helping individuals to grow and excel.

Business Analysis: Michal’s abipty to quickly get to the root of any cpents' business objectives. He can shape a technical solution that demonstrates simppcity and elegance rather than unnecessary complexity.  For example, he very quickly understood the overly comppcated and chaotic business model of a key cpent, and architected a solution that depvered key results, as well as providing feedback that the cpent used to simppfy their own processes.

I am incredibly sad to see Michal leave Everything Connected. I am positive that he will achieve great success in future endeavors, both for himself, and for any organisation fortunate enough to employ him.  I recommend him without reservation, and I hope I am lucky enough to work with him in some capacity in the future

Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.

Pete Davis
Head of Delivery at Everything Connected

Remus Copil, Technology Director at Marcella New York

I had the pleasure of working with Michal Czernik during my time at Everything Connected, where he was my technical lead. From day one, Michal stood out not only as a highly skilled and knowledgeable leader, but also as someone who genuinely cared about his team.

He always made the effort to check in with me—not just about work, but also about how I was doing personally. His ability to balance technical leadership with empathy made a real difference in my experience. Having a lead who values both professional growth and mental well-being is rare, and Michal excelled at both.

His support, guidance, and leadership created an environment where I felt both challenged and supported. I truly appreciated working with him and would highly recommend him to any team looking for a strong, people-focused technical leader.

Remus Copil
Technology Director at Marcella New York

Marcin Wojdyła, Senior Project Manager

I have absolutely enjoyed working with Michal, our Head of Development. I want to recognise his exceptional leadership skills and professionalism. He always approaches challenges with a calm, clear-headed mindset. His analytical skills are impressive, he’s able to break down complex problems and find innovative solutions with precision. He leads by example, always encouraging collaboration, and it’s truly a pleasure working with him. His dedication and positive attitude make the work environment inspiring, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with him.

Marcin Wojdyła
Senior Project Manager

Irina Matusevich, Drupal Developer

I worked closely with Michal for over 3 years and can confidently recommend him. He has great leadership and high-level technician skills. Under his guidance we have never faced any conflict situations in our team. He always uses empathy approach in communication. He openly welcomes discussing and implementing any suggestions to improve the work quality and speed. Michal has a great ability to resolve successfully any complex issues. I really enjoyed working with him and very grateful for his contribution in our team.

Irina Matusevich
Drupal Developer

Who Did I Work With?

Career

Head of development

Head of Development

Everything Connected | Feb 2019 - Apr 2025

Led the technical team at a London-based digital agency, driving innovation, defining strategic roadmaps, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. Managed development teams, optimized workflows, and introduced modern technologies to improve scalability and efficiency. Acted as a key advisor to senior leadership, bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. Implemented CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and performance monitoring frameworks to streamline development and enhance product reliability.

IT consultant

CTO, Solution Architect & IT Consultant

Freelance | Aug 2017 – Feb 2019

Designed and delivered custom digital solutions for NGOs and public sector clients, managing multiple development teams. Led technical architecture, project scoping, and development planning while mentoring developers. Specialized in Drupal, WordPress, and Joomla, optimizing performance and enhancing security. Provided strategic consultancy and technical leadership for large-scale projects, ensuring efficient development workflows and timely project delivery.

Senior Dev

Technical Consultant & Project Manager

Worldwide | Jun 2014 – Aug 2017

Provided end-to-end technical consultancy, project management, and development services for international clients across Europe, Asia, and New Zealand. Focused on Open Source CMS solutions, including Drupal module development and migration. Advised organizations on digital transformation, process optimization, and system scalability. Delivered technical solutions for NGOs, startups, and corporate clients, managing projects from concept to deployment.

Tech Lead

Technical Lead

Blonde Digital | Jan 2013 - May 2014

Managed a team of 12 developers, overseeing large-scale digital projects for corporate clients. Implemented Agile (SCRUM) methodologies to improve efficiency and project delivery. Led the development of high-traffic web platforms, including projects for Glasgow 2014 and ScotRail. Focused on performance optimization, resource planning, and system architecture, ensuring scalability and maintainability of delivered solutions.

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