Lilyana Petkova "CEO", ".NET Developer"
Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications using .NET technologies. Extensive expertise in CMS platforms, particularly Umbraco and Sitecore, delivering scalable and maintainable solutions across industries including energy, healthcare, insurance, logistics, and digital media.
Strong background in backend development, microservices architecture, cloud-based solutions, and system integrations, with hands-on experience in Azure services, SQL Server, and modern web technologies. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional and international teams, translating business requirements into reliable technical solutions, and driving projects through the full software development lifecycle.
Core Competencies
Education
University of Library Studies and Information Technologies, Bulgaria | 2017-2022 |
University of Library Studies and Information Technologies, Bulgaria | 2025-2017 |
South-West University "Neofit Rilski", Bulgaria | 2013-2015 |
South-West University "Neofit Rilski", Bulgaria | 2011-2015 |
Foreign Language High School "Acad. Lyudmil Stoyanov", Bulgaria | 2006-2011 |
Experience
With extensive experience in software development, solution architecture, and content management systems, Lilyana has built a strong foundation in designing, developing, and maintaining reliable digital solutions. Her professional journey encompasses working with technologies such as .NET, Umbraco, and Sitecore, delivering custom applications, complex integrations, and scalable web platforms. Combining hands-on technical expertise with team leadership and strategic thinking, she focuses on transforming business requirements into efficient, secure, and maintainable solutions while continuously exploring new technologies and development approaches.
- LILUZENET LTD, Bulgaria 2020-until now
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CEO/.NET Consultant
I’m currently working for an IT technology company as a CEO and a .NET consultant providing software solutions in various business areas using technologies as .NET (C#), MsSQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Umbraco, Sitecore, IIS, Azure,
and dealing with 3rd parties. I’m responsible for integrating some of the best development and security practices by using the latest technologies as well as integrating 3rd party tools and management of Azure and IIS hosting.Development and Maintenance of Umbraco projects from version 7 up until the latest
Development and Maintenance of Sitecore 8/10 projects
Development of synchronization service
Development of IP restriction service
Development of multilingual sites with integration of GEO location API
Development of reporting services in/with JSON, XML, CSV, XLSX
Development of custom dashboards, fields, and packages for Umbraco CMS
Development of search engines by using Lucene and Examine libraries
Integrating different 3rd parties such as GEO location API, Google APIs, charts
Development of Web services and microservices
Management of DevOps processes, Azure hosting and IIS, and SQL Servers
Integration of security practices and improving SEO
Configuration of events tracking with Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics
Collaboration with various stakeholders including clients, scrum teams, and developers
- Math and Science High school „Acad.Sergej Koroljov”, Bulgaria 2020-2021
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Computer Sciences Teacher
I worked as a Computer Science Teacher with intensive IT training. I was responsible for structuring the training content and educating the students in the basis of C# language by using Console Applications and WFA and demonstrating them some of the best practices in programming
- KLEVRET LTD, Bulgaria 2016-2020
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NET Developer
I worked as a .NET developer in several projects using technologies as .NET (C#), MsSQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Umbraco, IIS, and dealing with 3rd parties. I developed projects using Database First and Code First approaches for database generation and management.
I led a team of more than 2 developers through several projects using Umbraco 7/8.
I led trainings on trainees and supported junior developers through the entire SDLC by providing several various solutions.Development of .NET Framework applications
Development of Umbraco 7/8 projects
Development of Angular based projects
Development of Web services and microservices
Management of IIS and SQL servers
Collaboration with various stakeholders including clients, scrum teams, trainees, and developers
- STANGA LTD, Bulgaria 2014-2016
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.NET Developer
I worked as a developer on multiple .NET projects of several different business areas. The technologies I gained experience include .NET (C#), MsSQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Umbraco, Sitecore and IIS.
I supported a large group of connected applications for TV provider which utilizes .NET, MsSQL with integrated authentication system and several payment providers. Part of the entire process was to manage a big data of information including customer data, video streaming, logging, payments processes.Development of .NET Framework applications
Development of Umbraco 7 projects
Development of Sitecore 8 projects
Integration of different 3rd parties such as payment providers
Development of Web services and microservices
Management of IIS and SQL servers
Collaboration with various stakeholders including clients, scrum teams and developers
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“DANI 91” ET, Bulgaria
2012-2013 -
Translator/Teacher
I worked as a Translator from and to English, French and Bulgarian, translating documents for international companies and governments. Also, as a Computer Sciences Teacher for educating the usual user on how to work on Microsoft Office, Photoshop.
Skills
Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, SQL Management Studio, TFS, SVN, GIT, Sourcetree, Bitbucket, IIS, SQL Server, Azure DevOps, JIRA
C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core / .NET 8+, ASP.NET (MVC, Web API), Entity Framework, REST APIs, Microservices
Azure Cloud Services, Azure Service Bus
SQL Server
Umbraco7+, Umbraco Cloud, Sitecore 8+
JavaScript/jQuery, Bootstrap, Angular, React.JS
GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT
Azure AD B2C, Solr, MediatR, Refit, Quartz.NET, Git, Agile/Scrum, Photoshop, Windows hosting
Latest Publications
Web-based platform for didactic interaction in pedagogical student practice
Explore how a web-based platform can enhance didactic interaction in pedagogical student practice. Discover how digital technologies support communication, collaboration, and feedback between student teachers, mentors, and educators, creating a more interactive and effective environment for practical teacher training.
A blended learning model supported by a web-based platform for the practical training of technology and entrepreneurship teachers
Explore a blended learning model supported by a web-based platform designed for the practical training of Technology and Entrepreneurship teachers. Discover how digital tools and traditional learning approaches can be combined to support effective teacher education and develop practical skills.
Digitally Supported Student Teaching Practice - Key Reflective and Educational Aspects
Explore how digital technologies can support student teaching practice, with a focus on key reflective and educational aspects. Discover how digitally supported approaches can enhance practical training, encourage reflection, and contribute to the professional development of future teachers.