Michael Popov

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Software Engineer at Meta

Greater Seattle Area, United States

Overview

Michael is a Principal Software Engineer with over 25 years of experience specializing in C++, storage engines, and high-performance database internals. He has developed core components for major database systems like MySQLs InnoDB and Microsofts CosmosDB. Colleagues describe him as exceptionally talented, highly dedicated, and an experienced technical leader.

Based on his background, Michael appears passionate about the art of software development and continuous learning, having supplemented his Master of Science degree with further education.

He designed and developed an InnoDB extension that allows storing buffer pool data in shared memory for significantly faster restarts.

Personality Overview

Confident & Optimistic

Achievment Oriented

Decisive

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Database Internals
He has deep experience developing core components for storage engines like InnoDB and creating extensions for services like Microsoft's CosmosDB.
High-Performance Systems
His work involves creating innovative and highly efficient solutions, including custom networking protocols and low-latency systems for ad tech.
Vector Databases
He recently developed a vector database extension for CosmosDB and previously designed a backup and recovery solution for an in-house vector database.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2025
Software Engineer at Meta
2-2025 - 9-2025
Staff Software Engineer at MongoDB
3-2024 - 2-2025
Staff Software Engineer at Cognitiv
6-2019 - 3-2024
Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft
2-2018 - 6-2019
Principal Software Engineer at HERE Technologies

Education

1988 - 1993
M.Sc. from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Continuous Education from Ryerson University

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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Michael

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