That’s the story of Rokas Urba, Full-stack Developer at Adroiti: joining the company with prior front-end and back-end experience on smaller projects, he quickly grew into a full-stack engineer contributing to platform-level design and shaping client solutions. His journey shows what’s possible when talent meets the right environment.
"I started at Adroiti as a mobile developer, aiming to master back-end technologies outside my experience. Step by step, that journey led me to a full-stack role".
Rokas says that mentorship was crucial in this process: "I was never left on my own— senior colleagues were always there to answer questions and guide me through challenges. Within a few months, I had taken over the entire back-end and began tackling increasingly complex tasks."
From Developer to Engineer
The shift from coder to engineer was more than just learning new frameworks. Rokas began to engage in architectural thinking, solution design, and direct client communication.
"When you master the stack, you stop just 'building' and start designing systems. You anticipate edge cases, propose alternatives, and interact directly with clients to ensure solutions are robust and scalable. This exposure—working alongside people who orchestrate entire product teams—was rare in my previous works, but at Adroiti, it's part of the company's culture"
Why Aim Beyond Code?
When asked why he wanted to move beyond coding, Rokas says he wanted something new: "At Adroiti, I quickly saw that if you show technical expertise, your opinion carries weight. You're valued as a professional. Unlike in some companies, where 'doing more' doesn't translate into recognition, Adroiti rewards initiative ".
For Rokas, that meant financial incentives, professional trust, and the freedom to innovate.
What Made Growth Possible?
Rokas highlights three key factors that made his journey possible:
- Strong colleagues and peer learning
"Even if it wasn't their project, teammates would jump in to brainstorm solutions. It saved me hours of trial and error." - No bureaucratic barriers
"If you have an idea, you can talk directly to decision-makers. Your input is heard and acted upon. That speed is motivating." - Recognition and empowerment
"Growth wasn't just verbal encouragement. It came with tangible support—financial rewards, training, and resources for innovation. One standout example was the company's embrace of AI. We had to deliver a product in six months. By integrating AI, we built it in less than a month! It accelerated everything—for us and the client."
The Personal Edge
Then, asked about the personal qualities needed for such a growth journey, Rokas credits mindset. "If something scares me, I take it as a sign that I don't know it yet—and that's exactly why I should try. Fear is just the entry point to growth."
He compares it to sports: "Before competitions, I always felt nervous. But with your tour teammates beside you, once you start, it flows. It's the same in engineering—if you're not left alone, the fear fades out quickly."
Key Takeaways for IT Professionals
Rokas's story demonstrates what's possible within one organisation. At Adroiti, developers can grow, experiment, and climb higher without hitting a ceiling.
Here are Rokas' practical lessons for anyone in tech looking to grow:
• Seek environments with mentorship: Learning accelerates when you're guided, not left isolated.
• Push beyond code: Growth often starts when you step into architecture, processes, and client communication.
• Value speed over bureaucracy: Direct access to decision-makers keeps momentum alive.
• Experiment with new tools: AI and other innovations can dramatically shorten the path from idea to product.
• Reframe fear as a learning opportunity: Discomfort is a signal of growth waiting to happen.
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