Vlad Filippov is a software engineer at Stripe with over 12 years of experience building secure software at scale. Known for his technical proficiency and innovative approach to complex technology solutions, he focuses on architecting robust authentication systems and high-traffic security infrastructure. Vlad is proficient in multiple programming languages, including JavaScript, Python, Ruby, and Rust—a versatile skillset he previously leveraged at Mozilla to lead cross-platform initiatives and develop native components for millions of Firefox users.
A published technical author and international speaker, Vlad has delivered over 15 presentations worldwide on topics ranging from Rust and AI to software automation. He is a prolific open-source contributor and advocate, dedicated to delivering exceptional, user-friendly solutions across the hundred-plus projects he has supported throughout his career. When he isn’t hardening global financial infrastructure, Vlad enjoys playing tennis and remains an avid reader of comments on the internet.