Hello,
I'm Bruno Pavelja
based in Zagreb, Croatia.
About me
Human-Centered Digital Operations Architect
I'm Bruno, an Operations Strategist & DevOps Engineer with more than a decade in IT. My career started with a passion for technology, evolving through diverse roles up to the Chief Operating Officer at Crionis. My approach intertwines technical know-how with a human-centric leadership style. DevOps has become my focus because it lets me stay close to the technology while still thinking about the people behind it.
Expertise
What I work on
Operations Strategy
Holistic operations management
Project Management
Adaptive leadership
DevOps
Efficient solutions for SMBs
Business Strategy & Financial Modeling
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Overview
Key Capabilities
Resume
A summary of my work
Experience
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations and long-term strategic planning for a team of 30, ensuring alignment between business goals and execution
- Architect and implement internal processes, business frameworks, and financial planning systems that scaled the organization
- Lead cross-functional projects requiring creative problem-solving and resource optimization in fast-paced agency environment
- Design comprehensive investment strategy including business plans, go-to-market strategies, financial projections, revenue models, expense forecasting, profitability analysis, valuation scenarios, and KPI frameworks
- Actively participate in investor meetings and provide strategic counsel throughout fundraising cycles
- Develop and execute sustainability strategy during company pivot, creating operational and financial scenarios that sustained operations for 2+ years post-major client loss
- Build and maintain company culture resulting in exceptional employee retention.
Tools
Achievements
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and stable infrastructure for 6+ major projects and numerous smaller engagements
- Implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Ansible for automated provisioning and configuration management
- Orchestrate containerized environments using Kubernetes and Docker, ensuring consistent deployments across environments
- Deploy and support systems across multiple cloud platforms including AWS and Hetzner, adapting infrastructure to project-specific requirements
- Establish comprehensive monitoring and logging solutions using Grafana, Loki, and Prometheus for proactive issue detection and troubleshooting
- Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and GitHub Actions, tailoring workflows to team-specific needs and deployment patterns
- Develop and maintain websites and internal business tools, with emphasis on performance optimization and user experience
- Provide DevOps consulting and technical advisory services, helping clients make informed infrastructure and tooling decisions
- Optimize web applications for speed and reliability, ensuring responsive performance under high load conditions
Tools
Achievements
Key Responsibilities
- Co-founded and grew IT agency from ground up, establishing service offerings and market positioning
- Drive business development by strategically acquiring and managing client relationships, ensuring long-term partnerships
- Lead web development projects including landing pages, marketing websites, and client-facing digital properties
- Implement SEO strategies and technical optimizations to enhance client online presence and search visibility
- Balance dual roles as both business strategist and hands-on developer, ensuring quality delivery while scaling operations
- Build client solutions using modern web technologies and content management systems
Tools
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee operations for 30-person agency, managing both development and marketing departments
- Lead project management efforts ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards across client engagements
- Participate in sales negotiations and deal structuring, contributing to revenue generation and client acquisition
- Develop and implement sales strategies that aligned with company capabilities and market opportunities
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions combining technical development and marketing initiatives
Tools
Key Responsibilities
- Develop responsive websites ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile-first design principles
- Debug and resolve front-end issues, maintaining code quality and user experience standards
- Collaborate with international clients, managing communication and technical requirements across time zones
- Implement modern web standards and best practices in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript development
Tools
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain company website using WordPress and custom HTML/CSS implementations
- Execute SEO optimization strategies to improve search engine rankings and organic traffic
- Design marketing graphics and visual assets using Photoshop for digital and print campaigns
- Provide employee training on web tools, content management systems, and digital marketing platforms
- Deliver IT technical support for company operations, troubleshooting hardware and software issues
- Manage web infrastructure ensuring uptime, security, and performance for business-critical systems
Tools
Education
Commerce High School Diploma
Four-year program in commerce with a focus on sales, administration, and basic business skills
Contact
Let's get in touch
Reach out to me for collaborations, consultations, or just a good conversation.
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