Keynote Speaker on Engineering Leadership
Dima
Maleev
I help engineering leaders and companies to build high-performing teams and navigate the complexities of technical management through speaking, teaching, and content creation.
Currently
Associate Director @ Agoda
About
Background
I'm a passionate advocate for engineering excellence and people-first leadership. Currently serving as Associate Director of Engineering at Agoda, I lead teams building products used by millions of travelers worldwide.
Beyond my day job, I'm deeply committed to sharing knowledge with the engineering community. I run one of the most popular technology YouTube channels in Ukraine, founded the So Nerdy! Engineering Management School, and regularly write about leadership on Substack.
Years in Tech
Talks Delivered
YouTube Subscribers
Talks
Past Speaking
A selection of keynotes and talks I've delivered at conferences and corporate events worldwide.
How to Start EM (УКР)
mentor.sh
A Ukrainian-language webinar breaking down the three key phases of becoming an Engineering Manager: preparing before the move, navigating the actual transition, and surviving your first 90 days in the role — with practical advice and real-world insights for each stage.
Good and Bad Motivations to Become an EM (УКР)
mentor.sh
A Ukrainian-language webinar exploring what drives people to pursue Engineering Management — examining both the right and wrong reasons to make the transition, and how your motivations shape your success as a leader.
WTF is Engineering Management(УКР)
mentor.sh
A Ukrainian-language webinar exploring what Engineering Management really is — the role, responsibilities, challenges, and what it takes to transition from writing code to leading engineering teams.
Speaking
Book Me for Your Event
I deliver engaging keynote speeches and workshops on engineering management, leadership development, and building high-performing technical teams.
Keynote Speeches
Inspiring talks for conferences and summits
Workshops
Interactive sessions for teams and leaders
Corporate Training
Tailored programs for organizations
Speaking Topics
Projects
What I'm Building
Agoda
Associate Director of Engineering
Leading engineering teams building products used by millions of travelers worldwide. Focused on scaling organizations, developing engineering talent, and delivering high-impact travel technology.
So Nerdy!
Engineering Management School
A comprehensive program designed to transform engineers into effective leaders. Learn the skills needed to build and scale high-performing engineering teams.
Tech YouTube
@dima_maleev
One of the most popular technology YouTube channels in Ukraine, covering software development, career growth, and industry insights.
Management Channel
@so_nerdy
Dedicated content about engineering leadership, team building, and management best practices for technical leaders.
Substack
So Nerdy! Newsletter
In-depth articles and insights about people management, leadership strategies, and building engineering culture.
Contact
Let's Connect
Interested in having me speak at your event, collaborate on content, or discuss engineering leadership?
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Built with passion for engineering leadership.