SOFTSWISS Deputy CTO Sergey Kastukevich Named Tech Professional of the Year at Oracle Excellence Awards

SOFTSWISS Deputy CTO Sergey Kastukevich Honored as CTO of the Year

In a significant recognition of technological leadership, SOFTSWISS, a global provider of software solutions for the iGaming industry, proudly announced that its Deputy Chief Technology Officer, Sergey Kastukevich, has been awarded the title of CTO of the Year for the EMEA region at the prestigious 2025 Oracle Excellence Awards.

Organized by Oracle, a leader in cloud solutions and artificial intelligence, these awards showcase the best in business innovation, previously honoring industry giants like Vodafone, Shiseido Company Limited, and PayPal. Kastukevich's award emphasizes the transformative impact of his work at SOFTSWISS, where he has strategically leveraged emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiencies, improve system stability, and develop groundbreaking products that benefit both the company and the broader industry.

Kastukevich brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the tech sector to his role at SOFTSWISS. Under his leadership, the company has developed high-performance, secure, and scalable platforms supporting more than 1,200 brands worldwide. In a statement, he expressed pride in the successful collaboration with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), which has enabled SOFTSWISS to execute innovative projects with high reliability and security. He noted that the comprehensive suite of OCI services is critical to ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security in their operations.

Key technologies employed by SOFTSWISS include the Oracle Kubernetes Engine, which allows for the necessary scalability and flexibility in deploying containerized applications. For the management of critical workloads, the firm utilizes high-performance virtual machine instances that provide the necessary computing power for demanding tasks. Furthermore, with a focus on reliable and fast data access, Object Storage plays a vital role in managing essential information securely and efficiently.

Kastukevich highlighted the importance of Cloud Guard in delivering continuous monitoring and automated threat response, ensuring a high level of protection for the company's cloud resources. Additionally, the use of a centralized Container Image Hub has streamlined the lifecycle management of applications, significantly optimizing operational workflows.

"These tools enable our collaboration with Oracle OCI, allowing us to create highly available and scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of security and efficiency," Kastukevich explained.

Since assuming his role at SOFTSWISS in 2020, Kastukevich has played an instrumental role in strengthening the company’s internal processes, expanding the technology team, and defining a long-term innovation strategy. This recognition at the Oracle Excellence Awards is not only a personal accolade for him but also a testament to SOFTSWISS's leadership in the competitive tech landscape.

As SOFTSWISS continues to innovate in the iGaming sector, this award marks a pivotal moment, underscoring their commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to their clients and further strengthening their position within the industry. For additional inquiries, please contact Alena Praskuryna, PR Manager, at [email protected].