Dominik Süßenbach

Dominik Süßenbach

Senior Software Developer

Laravel
PHP
PostgreSQL
English (C1)
German (Native)
Dominik Süßenbach

Experienced full-stack developer with over a decade of professional experience in software development. Specialized in web applications with a strong emphasis on backend architecture, API design, and modern DevOps practices. Proficient in building scalable and maintainable systems using technologies such as PHP, Laravel, PostgreSQL, Docker, and Kubernetes. Adept in frontend development with frameworks like Vue.js and TypeScript, ensuring end-to-end ownership of projects. Passionate about clean code, software quality, and agile methodologies. Known for being a collaborative team player who fosters innovation and efficiency. Demonstrated leadership experience through mentoring, code reviews, and technical direction, always aiming to deliver reliable and high-performing software solutions.


Aug. 2024 - Present

9 months

Senior Software Developer

compleet GmbH

Docker
HTML / CSS
JavaScript / TypeScript
Kubernetes
Laravel
Node.js
PHP
PostgreSQL
Vue.js
Zend Framework

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Hybrid

Responsible for the architecture and development of scalable software solutions in the HR tech space. Enhancing existing systems and designing new modules in close collaboration with product management and DevOps. Utilizing modern technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, TypeScript, and Vue.js to deliver high-availability cloud applications. Working in a cross-functional team to ensure quality assurance and release planning.

Jan. 2022 - Jul. 2024

2 years, 6 months

Lead Developer

compleet GmbH

Docker
HTML / CSS
Java
JavaScript / TypeScript
Kubernetes
Laravel
Node.js
PHP
PostgreSQL
Springboot
Zend Framework

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Hybrid

Technical lead of a development team of 4 people. Introduced agile processes and co-designed the product roadmap. Built a new service ecosystem based on microservices and event-driven architecture. Optimized CI/CD pipelines, performed code reviews, and mentored junior developers. Collaborated with UX design, QA, and DevOps for fast release cycles.

Jul. 2017 - Dec. 2021

4 years, 5 months

Software Developer

compleet GmbH (formerly GermanPersonnel e-search GmbH)

Docker
HTML / CSS
JavaScript
PHP
PostgreSQL
Zend Framework

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Office

Development and maintenance of B2B web solutions in the recruiting and workforce management sector. Implemented new features and bug fixes in the PHP stack using Zend Framework. Participated in migrating monolithic applications to containerized microservices. Integrated APIs and database models in PostgreSQL. Contributed to internal tools for process automation.

Sep. 2014 - Jun. 2017

2 years, 9 months

Professional education Computer Science Expert (Software Development)

compleet GmbH (formerly GermanPersonnel e-search GmbH)

AngularJs
HTML / CSS
Java
JavaScript
PHP
PostgreSQL
Zend Framework

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Office/School

Comprehensive training focused on web development and database design. Independently implemented internal projects and tools for process digitization. Applied HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP in production environments. Introduced to agile methods and version control with Git.

Mar. 2014 - Aug. 2014

5 months

Intern Software Developer

compleet GmbH (formerly GermanPersonnel e-search GmbH)

AngularJs
HTML / CSS
JavaScript
PHP
PostgreSQL
Zend Framework

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Office

Supported the development team in smaller projects, mainly in front-end development and backend integration. Gained first-hand experience in professional development environments, deployment processes, and web architecture.

Sep. 2011 - Oct. 2013

2 years, 1 month

Game Programming Diploma

SAE Institute Munich

C#
C++
Unity 3D

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

School

Training in object-oriented game programming with a focus on C++, C#, and Unity 3D. Developed small game prototypes and learned the basics of game engine architecture, artificial intelligence, and real-time graphics programming.