Ilya Solovyev

Background

About Ilya Solovyev

I'm an accomplished Software Engineering Manager with over 14 years of experience in ad tech at Rakuten’s companies (LinkShare, Rakuten Marketing, Rakuten International, Rakuten Advertising). My expertise lies in leading globally distributed engineering teams, building scalable, high-performance billing systems, and driving large-scale technical initiatives that align with business goals.My leadership philosophy centers on fostering a culture of ownership, responsibility, and freedom among engineers, leading to innovative solutions and high-performance outcomes. In 2023 alone, my team delivered around 100 releases, maintaining a strong focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.I have a proven track record of developing message-driven, cloud-native systems (GCP), managing large-scale databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL), and integrating Salesforce and SAP for cross-functional, compliant solutions. My technical toolkit includes Kafka, GoLang, Java, Ruby, and more, allowing me to develop robust, resilient systems that meet the evolving needs of global businesses.I’m passionate about leading teams to success and creating an environment where engineers can thrive while pushing the boundaries of technical innovation.