Technology Leadership
- Enterprise AI strategy and implementation
- Platform architecture at scale
- Engineering org design and culture
Alexey Zolotarev
C-Suite Technology Executive & Board Advisor
I bridge the gap between complex technology and the boardroom.
Technical Partner to CEOs and Boards
Alexey Zolotarev is a C-Suite technology executive and board advisor with over 20 years in enterprise software and 15 years specializing in high-risk FinTech. Currently serving as General Manager of Software Engineering at Pepperstone in Limassol, Cyprus, he has led technology organizations across three successful exits totaling $800M and scaled engineering teams from 80 to 450 people. His advisory practice focuses on AI governance, M&A technical due diligence, and EBITDA optimization through infrastructure modernization, where he has delivered 35–53% cost reductions. Whether as a fractional board director, interim CTO, or strategic advisor, he brings the technical depth to evaluate complex systems and the business acumen to guide capital allocation, M&A due diligence, and organizational scaling. He is available for board, advisory, and strategic engagements.
Governance & Risk
- AI governance and compliance frameworks
- Technical due diligence for M&A
- Regulatory-critical system oversight
Value Creation
- EBITDA improvement through technology
- Infrastructure TCO optimization (35–53%)
- P&L growth and capital allocation
Core Expertise
AI Strategy & Governance
Moving beyond the hype to implement enterprise AI frameworks that drive measurable ROI while mitigating compliance and security risks. I build AI strategies that align with governance, risk, and board-level oversight requirements.
- Designed AI-core platform for personalization, risk modeling, and operational automation at an iGaming startup
- Defined enterprise AI strategy with measurable ROI targets at Pepperstone
- Certified in AI Security & Governance and DSPM Fundamentals
Key result: Built AI-driven platform from zero to Product-Market Fit, Seed to Round A
M&A & Technical Due Diligence
Pre-acquisition technical evaluation, post-merger integration planning, value creation roadmaps. Managed technical integration of 4 acquisitions with zero business disruption.
- Led reengineering of 4 startups and M&A of 3 others at ESW Capital
- Technology operating partner for a $4B PE fund across 3 portfolio companies
- Delivered DevSpaces platform (later acquired by GitHub)
Key result: $800M in exits across 3 transactions, 4x P&L growth
Scaling & Hyper-Growth
Organizational scaling, 5x+ engineering transformation, delivery acceleration. Built and scaled technology divisions from 80 to 450 people globally while maintaining quality.
- Scaled Exness platform to $3.8T monthly trading volume
- Drove 5.6x tech org growth (80 to 450) across multiple geographies
- Authored $35M tech investment plan delivering 27% quarterly revenue growth
Key result: 5x business growth at 2 mid-sized FinTechs
Financial Optimization
TCO reduction of 35–53%, EBITDA improvement through technology efficiency, capital allocation optimization. Delivering P&L growth while reducing infrastructure costs.
- 53% infrastructure TCO reduction at ESW Capital portfolio companies
- 35% TCO improvement at Deutsche Bank through platform consolidation
- 99.9997% platform stability while processing 5TB daily across 2,000 nodes
Key result: 35–53% infrastructure cost reduction across engagements
Track Record
Executive Experience
Current
Pepperstone
GM Software Engineering
- Leading technology transformation of a Top-10 global FX broker
- Full technology P&L responsibility
- AI strategy and engineering execution across two continents
iGaming Startup
CTO & Chief AI Officer
- Built startup from zero to Product-Market Fit
- Seed to Round A fundraising
- Designed AI-core platform for personalization and risk modeling
Exness
Interim CTO / Head of Software Engineering
- Scaled platform to $3.8T monthly trading volume
- Drove 5.6x tech org growth (80 to 450 people)
- Authored $35M tech investment plan, 27% quarterly revenue growth
ESW Capital Fund
VP Software Engineering
- Technology operating partner for a $4B PE fund across 3 portfolio companies
- 53% TCO reduction, 4x P&L growth
- Delivered DevSpaces (acquired by GitHub)
Deutsche Bank
Senior Software Engineering Manager
- 99.9997% platform stability for mission-critical systems
- Regulatory-critical risk engine processing 5TB daily across 2,000 nodes
- 35% TCO improvement through platform consolidation
Earlier Career
Swisscom • Exigen Services • Scientific Research Center
- Telco platform engineering at Swisscom
- Enterprise service platforms for Sun Microsystems and AIG
- Foundational software engineering in C++ and Java
Credentials
Education
- The Open University Business School — MCA, Management
- Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University “LETI” — MCA, Information Systems
Certifications
- DSPM Fundamentals
- AI Security & Governance
- Scrum Alliance Certified Scrum Professional
Languages
- English — Native
- Russian — Native
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries does Alexey Zolotarev specialize in?
Alexey specializes in high-risk, high-growth FinTech environments, with 15 years of experience in FX trading platforms, iGaming, and financial services. He has also worked across telco (Swisscom), enterprise software (Deutsche Bank), and PE-backed portfolio companies (ESW Capital). His advisory practice focuses on technology-driven businesses where platform reliability, regulatory compliance, and rapid scaling are critical.
What is Alexey Zolotarev's approach to AI governance?
Alexey moves beyond AI hype to implement enterprise frameworks that deliver measurable ROI while mitigating compliance and security risks. His approach aligns AI initiatives with governance, risk management, and board-level oversight requirements. He holds certifications in AI Security & Governance and DSPM Fundamentals, and has designed AI-core platforms for personalization, risk modeling, and operational automation.
What M&A experience does Alexey Zolotarev have?
Alexey has led the technical due diligence and post-merger integration of 4 acquisitions with zero business disruption. As VP of Engineering at ESW Capital (a $4B PE fund), he served as technology operating partner across 3 portfolio companies, delivering 4x P&L growth and a product (DevSpaces) that was later acquired by GitHub. He has led tech strategy for 3 exits totaling $800M.
What results has Alexey Zolotarev delivered as a technology executive?
Key results include: $800M in exit value across 3 transactions, 5.6x technology organization scaling (80 to 450 people), $3.8T monthly trading volume platform support, 35–53% infrastructure TCO reduction, 5x business growth at 2 mid-sized FinTechs, 27% compounding quarterly revenue growth, and 99.9997% platform stability for mission-critical financial systems.
How does Alexey Zolotarev help boards evaluate technology investments?
Alexey balances fiduciary responsibility with execution excellence, ensuring technology investments translate into EBITDA improvement and sustainable competitive advantage. He brings the technical depth to evaluate complex systems and the business acumen to guide capital allocation. His $35M tech investment plan at Exness delivered 27% quarterly revenue growth, demonstrating his ability to connect technology spend to measurable business outcomes.
Is Alexey Zolotarev available for board advisory roles?
Yes. Alexey is available for fractional board director positions, non-executive director (NED) roles, interim CTO engagements, and strategic advisory. He is based in Limassol, Cyprus, and works with organizations globally. Contact him at [email protected] or connect via LinkedIn.
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