Alban Ruci
Product Development Manager – eUniversity Platform
Salary / Daily rate
Tiranë, Albania
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Remote only
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About me
Intro
Senior Product Development Manager & Frontend Architect with 16+ years building enterprise platforms for education and fintech sectors. Led development of university management systems serving major Albanian institutions and M-Pesa training platform reaching 10K+ users across Africa. Specialized in Vue.js/Nuxt.js development with proven expertise in scalable LMS and CRM solutions.
Work experience
Senior Frontend Developer
SINEOS Internetagentur
May 2024 - Present
2 years 6 months
Stuttgart Region · Remote
Developed web applications using Typo3, Contao, Shopware, and Magento. Delivered scalable, visually appealing user interfaces ensuring high performance and accessibility.
Senior Frontend Developer
Scaled Efficiency GmbH
Sep 2023 - Present
3 years 2 months
Frankfurt, Germany
Develop scalable frontend solutions for a catering service platform, focusing on building user-friendly web interfaces using modern frontend technologies like Vue.js, Nuxt 3, Tailwind CSS, and Vuetify. Key Contributions: - Frontend Development: Delivered core platform features by building frontend layers and creating reusable UI components. - Tech Stack Utilization: Developed modern web interfaces using Vue.js, Nuxt 3, Tailwind CSS, Vuetify, and VueUse, following best coding practices. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnered with backend engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure seamless feature development and platform stability.
ARK IT
Sep 2008 - Present
18 years 2 months
Tiranë, Albania
Product Development Manager – eUniversity Platform
Mar 2020 - Present
6 years 8 months
Tiranë, Albania
Lead the development and deployment of the eUniversity Platform, a comprehensive higher education management system currently used by four major universities in Albania. The platform supports student management (CRM), curriculum planning, attendance tracking, grading systems, and online learning (LMS) while ensuring compliance with national and international quality standards. Key Contributions: - Directed platform development with a scalable, secure system architecture. - Managed project rollouts across multiple universities, adapting to specific academic needs. - Collaborated with university leadership to ensure smooth adoption and ongoing improvements. - Developed custom modules for enrollment, payments, and document management. - Implemented real-time monitoring and compliance tools for data-driven decision-making.
Product Development Manager – M-Pesa Training Platform
Jan 2018 - Present
8 years 10 months
Tiranë, Albania
Led the development and expansion of the M-Pesa Training Platform, an e-learning and knowledge-sharing system serving 10,000+ active users across Vodacom Mozambique, Safaricom Kenya, Vodacom DRC, Vodacom Tanzania, and other markets. The platform targets 300,000 future users through global deployments and continuous system upgrades. Key Contributions: - Product Design & Development: Directed frontend and backend development, ensuring system scalability and performance. - Platform Customization: Designed user-friendly interfaces aligned with branding guidelines. - Project Management: Managed end-to-end product lifecycles, including deployment, onboarding, and long-term support. - Stakeholder Engagement: Worked closely with Vodafone Group teams and implementation partners to align platform capabilities with business needs. - Global Rollouts & Expansion: Delivered new features like course management, certification tracking, and real-time analytics through continuous updates and international deployments. - Future-Ready Development: Supported the transition toward microservice architecture and elastic cloud infrastructure for enhanced scalability and cross-market compatibility.
Product Development Manager – EasyWeb LMS
Jan 2017 - Present
9 years 10 months
Tiranë, Albania
Led the development and growth of EasyWeb LMS, ARK IT’s flagship learning platform tailored for Academic Institutions, Corporate Training, and Member-based Organizations, supporting course management, student tracking, blended learning, compliance tracking, and certification management. Key Contributions: - Product Strategy & Roadmap: Defined product strategies and development roadmaps based on market research and evolving business needs. - Requirements & Prototyping: Developed detailed product specifications and prototypes to align stakeholders and technical teams. - Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborated with clients, partners, and internal teams to ensure the product met market demands. - Product Evolution: Championed continuous product development, enhancing the platform's capabilities and expanding its global presence in the education and corporate sectors.
Project Manager & Project Delivery Manager
Sep 2008 - Present
18 years 2 months
Tiranë, Albania
Manage the implementation and delivery of enterprise-level projects based on the EasyWeb Framework, overseeing the full project lifecycle from business analysis to deployment and client onboarding. Collaborate closely with clients and technical teams to ensure smooth execution and long-term success. Key Contributions: - Business Analysis & Planning: Translated client needs into technical specifications, prototypes, and project plans. - Project Scoping & Delivery: Defined project scopes, prepared proposals, and ensured on-time, on-budget delivery. - Stakeholder Communication: Acted as the primary client contact, maintaining transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle. - Cross-functional Team Leadership: Led multidisciplinary teams through system design, development, testing, and deployment. - Quality Assurance & Support: Ensured high-quality product standards through continuous testing, detailed documentation, and post-deployment support. - Process Improvement: Implemented process enhancements that streamlined project execution and boosted team efficiency. - Technical Collaboration: Partnered with development teams to create scalable solutions aligned with business goals.
Senior Frontend Developer
Sep 2008 - Present
18 years 2 months
Tiranë, Albania
Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise web solutions across education, finance, and healthcare sectors. Focus on frontend architecture design, product development, and technical advisory to ensure scalable and maintainable software products. Key Contributions: - Frontend Architecture Design: Built scalable front-end architectures using Vue.js and other modern frameworks. - Technical Leadership: Mentored development teams, conducted code reviews, and implemented best coding practices. - Product Development: Designed and developed the EasyWeb Framework frontend architecture, creating reusable components for enterprise applications. - Full-Stack Collaboration: Worked with backend teams to integrate APIs, ensuring data consistency and seamless business logic implementation. - Client Collaboration: Defined project scopes, gathered requirements, and ensured timely and budget-friendly project deliveries. - Continuous Integration & Delivery: Applied DevOps best practices, streamlining releases and boosting product reliability. - Technology Advisor: Guided frontend technology adoption and modernization initiatives, ensuring the company remained technically competitive.
Senior Frontend Developer
Classroomscreen
Nov 2022 - Jul 2023
9 months
Utrecht, Netherlands · Remote
Main contributor for the frontend development of the subscription management system for institutional customers, enabling license purchasing, management, and monitoring. Focused on delivering a scalable and maintainable platform through modern development practices. Key Contributions: - Frontend Development: Built the subscription management platform using Nuxt 3, later refining it into a Vue 3 SPA for scalability. - Payment Integration: Integrated Stripe for seamless license purchasing and payment processing. - Component Library Development: Created a Vue.js Component Library with Tailwind CSS, Storybook, and Histoire, ensuring UI consistency and reusability. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to ensure smooth project execution.
IT Consultant
SeedNet Project in Albania
Jan 2006 - Dec 2010
5 years
Contributed to the implementation of the SESTO System, a Gene Bank Resource Management and Documentation System, supporting national and regional-level projects through technical consulting, system configuration, and user training. Key Contributions: - System Implementation: Configured, deployed, and maintained the SESTO System for resource management and data processing. - Documentation & Reporting: Developed technical documentation, system reports, and user guides to support project sustainability. - Collaboration & Support: Partnered with national and international stakeholders to ensure successful project implementation and system adoption. - Training & Knowledge Transfer: Conducted user training sessions, ensuring long-term system sustainability and operational efficiency.
Professional Trainer at Community College
Harry Fultz Institute
May 2008 - Oct 2010
2 years 6 months
Tiranë, Albania
Delivered web development training programs covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Adobe Flash, helping students gain technical skills and build real-world projects in web development and interactive media. Key Contributions: - Curriculum Development: Designed and maintained training materials on web technologies and interactive media tools. - Instructional Delivery: Led hands-on workshops and courses, enabling students to build functional web applications. - Skill Development: Focused on enhancing technical skills, fostering creativity, and preparing students for industry roles.
Business Development Manager
Kavaq Security Solutions (Illyria GeoTechnologies)
Jan 2008 - Oct 2009
1 year 10 months
Tiranë, Albania
Managed security projects by overseeing project planning, client engagement, and technical proposals, playing a key role in expanding the company’s business through successful project implementations and client relationship management. Key Contributions: - Project Coordination: Managed project logistics, including securing venue quotes and confirming event details. - Needs Assessment: Conducted client assessments by gathering business requirements and evaluating IT infrastructure. - Client Communication: Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring project goals were clearly understood and achieved. - Proposal Development: Contributed to project proposals, offering feedback on concept papers and refining project plans. - Data Analysis: Collected and analyzed client data to inform project design and technical implementation.
Frontend Developer
onWeb7.comFreelance
Oct 2005 - Jan 2008
2 years 4 months
Tiranë, Albania
Co-founded onWeb7.com, contributing to both frontend development and business development. Developed custom websites and web portals for a wide range of clients, focusing on user-friendly interfaces and cross-browser compatibility. Key Contributions: - Web Development: Built responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring modern and functional designs. - UI/UX Design: Designed intuitive web interfaces with user-friendly navigation and engaging visuals. - Client Collaboration: Worked directly with clients to define project goals and deliver customized web solutions. - Technical Support: Provided post-launch support and website maintenance to ensure long-term reliability.
IT Specialist
Komisioni Qendror i Zgjedhjeve në Shqipëri
Jun 2005 - Oct 2005
5 months
Tiranë, Albania
Supported the IT infrastructure during the 2005 parliamentary elections, ensuring system stability, data accuracy, and logistics coordination for the nationwide distribution and collection of election materials.
Web Developer
TOP ALBANIA RADIO
Jun 2000 - Dec 2002
2 years 7 months
Tiranë, Albania
Contributed to the development of dynamic web interfaces and promotional graphics for Top Albania Radio and Top Channel Albania, focusing on enhancing web presence and brand visibility. Led the creation of Albania’s first fully interactive website using Adobe Flash, setting a new standard for digital media in the country. Key Contributions: - Website Development: Fully redesigned and maintained the Top Albania Radio website, making it fully interactive and visually engaging. - Graphic Design: Created promotional banners, marketing visuals, and on-brand graphics for web campaigns. - Content Management: Managed website updates, content uploads, and visual enhancements to keep the platform current and appealing. - Cross-team Collaboration: Worked closely with the marketing and production teams to align web content with the company’s overall brand strategy.