Feedback about Lukas Liesis

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Backend Engineering
I built backend for $1.5B volume marketplace
Over my years in technology I’ve seen thousands of developer resumes. I contact and interview about 10% of them and would hire 10% of the developers I interview. Luka’s immediately stood out as a reliable, highly skilled and talented developer who I can lean on with complex details. Lukas delivers as promised and his thoroughness and thoughtfulness when coding gives me peace of mind to know the job will be done well. I hope to continue working with Lukas for years to come.
FullStack rebuild
I did full saas rebuild. Devops, APIs, UIs, UX.
Lukas is hands-down the best developer I have worked with in 15+ years of dev hires. He is sharp, intuitive, detail-oriented, and always thinking big picture, several steps ahead. He's not just a developer - he's also part engineer, strategist, and business mentor. What started as a project to fix my app's broken server evolved into a full rebuild — not just to clean up the mess I was in, but to create something that could truly endure and scale for years to come. Lukas tackled complex problems quickly, took my current mess, my verbose notes and ideas, and pages of mockups and has delivered feature after feature in ways I thought would only belong in our "someday" plans, not our current reality. I've watched him map logic, do math, and propose solutions multiple times while live on our calls. Pretty amazing! His communication is just as solid. He kept me in the loop with updates that over-deliver, progress reports, and questions when needed. I always knew exactly where we were in the project and where we were headed next. Lukas's character sets him apart. He's never condescending, never makes you feel like your ideas or opinions are too much. He's professional, patient, and focused on what's best for the project. When he pushes back, I listen because he usually sees something I haven't, and his ideas are gold. If you get the opportunity to work with him, take it. Worth every penny. I look forward to working with him again for our next phase of development.
AI-based integrations
Over my years in technology I’ve seen thousands of developer resumes. I contact and interview about 10% of them and would hire 10% of the developers I interview. Luka’s immediately stood out as a reliable, highly skilled and talented developer who I can lean on with complex details. Lukas delivers as promised and his thoroughness and thoughtfulness when coding gives me peace of mind to know the job will be done well. I hope to continue working with Lukas for years to come.
ReactJS solo build
Lukas is a strong communicator, engineer, problem-solver and get-things-done-er. He delivered on all of his promised and deadlines - almost always over-delivering. I can't recommend Lukas enough. In fact, if you have any doubt as to whether or not to hire Lukas - contact me directly and I'll tell you more.
Coding Experts
I would highly recommend Lukas for further assignments in Upwork and would definitely use him again. He is very knowledgeable and submits his work in a timely manner.
React Native
Lukas has been an amazing developer to work with. Very pleased.
React Native
Lukas is awesome... no complaint.
Fullstack Solo Build
Lukas is one of the best developers I have ever hired, he has excellent technical skills and pick up new technology very quickly. He helped me achieved goals that is challenging with his good communication skills and commitment to work! highly recommend! I am sure he will be the first developer I will contact when new work come!
NodeJS + ReactJS
Awesome person with very high expertise in front-end development!
Backend Websockets
Just splendid experience on all aspects - from knowledge of technologies to communication. Our initial ideas were streamlined to desired final solution with consultancy afterwards.
React
Excellent work
React Native
Always a pleasure working with Lukas
Yahya El-Moshneb (developer I managed)
I had the privilege of working with Lukas Liesis, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Lukas’s technical expertise and deep understanding of full-stack engineering are truly impressive. What really sets Lukas apart is his ability to take complex concepts and explain them in a clear, approachable way. Whenever I faced challenges or had questions, he was patient and dedicated, ensuring I fully understood the solution. Beyond his technical skills, Lukas is an outstanding leader. He fosters a collaborative environment where open communication and teamwork thrive. His commitment to the success of the team and the project is evident in everything he does. Lukas is always ready to provide guidance and support, making him not just a colleague, but a true mentor. I’m genuinely grateful for the opportunity to work with Lukas. His mentorship has been invaluable, and I have no doubt that he would be an incredible asset to any team or organization. If you’re looking for someone who combines deep technical knowledge with strong leadership and a genuine investment in the growth of others, Lukas Liesis is that person.
Mausam Kumar (developer I managed)
Working with Lukas at Rayna was a valuable experience. He has an exceptional ability to find solutions for complex challenges and minimize repetitive tasks. Lukas is always proactive in streamlining workflows and improving efficiency. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from his expertise.
Viral Patel (developer I managed)
I highly recommend Lukas for their exceptional ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and effectively. They provided invaluable insights into TypeScript coding standards, offering a comprehensive understanding of how to write clean, maintainable functions in TypeScript. Their guidance helped me grasp best practices for structuring code and ensuring type safety, which significantly improved the quality of projects. Additionally, Lukas shared their expertise on Storybook, demonstrating how to build and document components in an intuitive and user-friendly way. Thanks to their thorough explanations, I now feel confident using Storybook to create reusable components and seamlessly integrate them into websites. Lukas teaching style is engaging and practical, making even intricate topics easy to understand and apply.
Pinal Patel (developer I managed)
I had pleasure of workings with Lukas on project. Guidance was invaluable. Deep knowledge of next.Js and ability to explain complex concepts made a huge impact on my learning stage. Highly recommended for expertise 👍👍
Maria Ayyub (co-worker)
I rarely came across the real talents who stand out like LUKAS. Only few people have the opportunity to work with someone “Ridiculously Efficent” like him. “ Genuine Expert” is the phrase that comes in my mind when i have to describe you in 2 words.
Arbaaz Laskar (developer I managed)
Working with Lukas was a fantastic learning experience. With his decades of expertise, he helped me develop a much stronger grasp of database and API design and how to build robust software. I would recommend working with Lukas to anyone seeking to expand their knowledge and build something amazing together.
Chetan Chandel (developer I managed)
I had the privilege of being mentored by Lukas who is an exceptional individual with outstanding tech skills. Beyond his technical prowess, what truly set him apart was his remarkable personality. His approachability and genuine interest in helping others made the learning experience enjoyable and insightful. His guidance went beyond coding; he fostered a positive and collaborative environment. With a blend of expertise and a warm demeanor, he exemplified what it means to be an inspiring mentor. Grateful for the knowledge and camaraderie gained under his mentorship.
Sobebar Ali (developer I managed)
Having had the opportunity to work with Lukas, An exceptional coder, highly skilled at developing complex software systems, and his ability to analyze and solve problems is unparalleled. Lukas's attention to detail ensures that the code is of the highest quality and is well-organized and easy to maintain. In addition to his technical expertise, Lukas is an excellent collaborator and communicator. Always willing to lend his expertise and knowledge to help their colleagues. His patience and effectiveness at explaining complex technical concepts in a way that is easy for others to understand. Moreover, Lukas's leadership abilities are exceptional. He creates a positive and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth. He fosters a culture of accountability, where everyone is held to high standards and encouraged to take ownership of their work. His strategic thinking and focus on achieving organizational objectives make him a great CTO.
Gus (developer I managed)
I was fortunate to have Lukas as a mentor at Pitchground. Lukas promoted a great learning environment through his communication skills, technical expertise, and strong design principals. He is passionate about his work and always places extra effort to find the best solution for a given problem.
Tomasz Rakowski (senior engineering manager)
I have worked with Lukas on a remote project. He turned out to be very competent, diligent and reliable contributor to the project. Lukas will make an awesome member within any team.
Kwesi Steel ($1.5B/yr CTO, my manager)
Over my years in technology I've seen thousands of developer resumes. I contact and interview about 10% of them and would hire 10% of the developers I interview. Luka's immediately stood out as a reliable, highly skilled and talented developer who I can lean on with complex details. Lukas delivers as promised and his thoroughness and thoughtfulness when coding gives me peace of mind to know the job will be done well. I hope to continue working with Lukas for years to come.
Jens Munch (tech entrepreneur and investor)
Lukas was absolutely critical in delivering the front-end part of PRIX first service to customers. I worked directly with him and have nothing but good things to say. Our engineering-team were very impressed with his technical approach and code. But that's not the biggest part of being an amazing engineer. Lukas sees the bigger picture, prioritises, takes initiative, asks for clarification, thinks creatively etc etc. We hope to continue working with him for a long time yet!
Lukas Liesis | Elite Software Engineer for Founders