Yehonatan Macarov

IT professional with over 15 years of experience in system administration, technology, and people-focused support. Founder of Jerusalem Computers (Cider Computers Inc.), an Apple-certified repair company with branches in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Recently served as System Administrator at the Life Sciences Institute, Hebrew University, managing thousands of computers, servers, and e-learning systems while developing automation tools that improved reliability and efficiency.

Built an automated system for the Genomic Centre's DNA sampling process, along with server synchronization and maintenance scripts. Experienced in PHP and Java, as well as AWS cloud environments for various AI-incorporated web-projects and database management.

System Administrator at Life Sciences Institute, Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) (2022-01 – 2025-01)

Full responsibility for IT operations, including software, hardware, and electronics (CPU-level diagnostics and repair), networks, servers, and cloud infrastructure.

• Managed 2,000+ computers and hybrid environments with complex network architectures.
• Oversaw Moodle LMS, lecture-capture systems, and automated workflows integrating on-premise and cloud tools.
• Developed an automated system for the Genome Center's DNA sampling process, along with synchronization and maintenance scripts improving efficiency and reliability.
• Supported 100+ professors, lab managers, staff, and thousands of students in secure research environments.

Founder & Head Technician at Cider Computers Inc. (2011-01 – 2019-01)

Founded and managed two Apple-certified repair labs as General Manager and Head Technician, providing comprehensive hardware, software, and electronics support.

• Delivered professional repair and IT services to over 13,000 clients over the years.
• Developed customized automation processes to improve service efficiency, diagnostics, and client management.
• Provided training, consulting, and ongoing IT support for companies, organizations, and private clients.

Independent Web Developer (Part-Time) at Self-Employed (2020-03 – Present)

Design and build custom websites and web systems for clients across multiple industries.

• Develop front-end and back-end solutions using Shopify, PHP, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Implement automation scripts, API integrations, and database management for efficient workflows.
• Deployed and maintained projects in AWS environments, including an AI photo recognition system using "AWS Rekognition" for automatic image classification.
• Provide full project lifecycle support — from concept and design to hosting, deployment, and maintenance — with emphasis on performance, security, and reliability.

Simultaneous Interpreter (Hebrew/English) at Quality Translations Ltd. (2010-01 – 2012-01)

• Official interpreter at Jerusalem Magistrate and District Courts, including high-profile cases such as PM Ehud Olmert's trial.
• Personal interpreter to Minister of Transport, Israel Katz, as well as to the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, James B. Cunningham.

MPA in International Management of NGOs – Monterey Institute of International Studies (2007-01 – 2009-01)

BA in Social Sciences – University College Utrecht (2003-01 – 2006-01)

International Baccalaureate – Mahindra United World College of India (2000-01 – 2002-01)