Hi! I'm Pavel
I'm currently a full-stack SDET specializing in automation, deep-dive QA, and internal tool development.
Please contact me about job opportunities!
Automation & pipelines
I've set up deployment pipelines projects large and small. Remember when Jenkins was called Hudson? I remember.
Deep-dive QA & Technical Research
Root-cause analysis is fun! My sharp analytical skills, breadth of knowledge, and attention to detail are a valuable asset to any team.
Internal tooling & documentation
I make tools that make it easier for dev & QA to do their jobs, including knowledge management.
Specializations
Video encoding/processing/streaming, autonomous vehicles, embedded Linux devices (including IoT), hardware (PCB design, soldering, light electrical engineering, general hardware hacking), and computer security.
Hobbies
Pottery on the wheel, blacksmithing, house/acid/techno on vintage synths & drum machines, retrocomputing, gardening/permaculture/sustainability/low-tech solutions/off-grid life/homesteading, DIY electric vehicles, amateur radio (KG7LZB) + EmComm, and many more...
Hire me!
- Location: Pacific Northwest USA
- Resume (PDF): 1-page or full version
- Email: pavel@kirkovsky.com
- Github
- Schedule a 30-minute meeting
Note to Recruiters
- I prefer a remote-first asynchronous work environments with a strong documentation & communication culture.
- Please send an email or LinkedIn message to get in touch, with as much information as possible. I don't answer my phone unless it's an emergency.
- I ONLY work remotely (West Coast/Pacific time). Please do not contact me about on-site/in-office/hybrid jobs.
- No Amazon/subsidiaries или российских компаниях, please.
- I'm not interested in weapons-related jobs. I don't want to contribute to anything that harms people.