Gustavo D.

About Me

Gustavo is a strong engineering professional with 10+ years of experience in full-stack web development, database, project management, and in recent years in cross-platform mobile applications. He is specialized in PHP, Wordpress, Node.js, Angular, React.js, Mysql, AWS, and other technologies. He also has hands-on expertise in as electronic security, training in the United States in access control systems, as well as in CCTV, making a mix of both bits of knowledge to provide comprehensive solutions to current needs.

Frontend

Backend

Database

Workflow

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Engineer
2020 - Present (5 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop innovative software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Miami Insurance Brokers
Miami Insurance Brokers
IT Director
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Ecuador
  • Oversaw technical development and IT projects, as well as implemented new technologies that bring improvement to the company's IT processes.

  • Led the IT team and taught developers about new technology trends, also assisting with the coding for projects.

  • Developed back-end projects where we integrate our CRM with some third parties regulation systems and quotes makers in the market.

Redlinks & Educalinks
Redlinks & Educalinks
IT Director
2016 - 2019 (3 years)
Ecuador
  • Led the entire IT department, including developers, and tech support, ensuring effectiveness and viability of all IT systems and development processes.

  • Ventured to create Access Control Systems integrating software and hardware components.

  • Liaised with members of back-end team, as well as stakeholders, to manage organization and development for an education management platform.

Redlinks
Redlinks
Lead Developer
2012 - 2019 (7 years)
Ecuador
  • Led the development of multiple software projects, including the Educalinks ERP solution for educational institutions.

  • Integrated the platform with third parties such as accounting systems, the Department of Revenues of Ecuador (SRI) and more.

  • Created a mobile version for the Educalinks platform and published it to the AppStore and Google Play.

GEA Ecuador
GEA Ecuador
Senior Web Developer
2012 - 2012
Ecuador
  • Automated processes for a call center system and integrated it with the asterisk VOIP platform.

  • Created and maintained MySQL databases for the platform.

  • Fixed bugs for the web platform and implemented improvements for web functionality and speed.

 Smart Help Soluciones
Smart Help Soluciones
IT Coordinator
2011 - 2012 (1 year)
Ecuador
  • Oversaw the implementation of software projects in the coast region of Ecuador.

  • Worked on the development of technological solutions for different sectors that seek to ensure their business based on technological continuity.

  • Assisted with the presentation of IT processes and project proposals for the company.

Ecotec University
Ecotec University
Webmaster
2008 - 2011 (3 years)
Ecuador
  • Oversaw the development and implementation of the University's web platform.

  • Brainstormed the website layout and optimized meta information using PHP.

  • Introduced JavaScript functionality to enhance website usability for an enhanced used experience.

Showcase

Senior Software Engineer/IT Lead - Educalinks
Senior Software Engineer/IT Lead - Educalinks
  • Educalinks is a software platform designed to optimize academic, administrative, financial, and communication processes in schools and colleges.

  • The project was developed from inception, including core functionality and integration with third-party systems.

  • The team has transitioned to a framework (Laravel) and implemented a REST API for the launch of the first version of the app for Android and iOS, and the system is now a SaaS operating in Ecuador with over 20,000 users.

Full Stack Developer - ServiceMap
Full Stack Developer - ServiceMap
  • Developed a full-stack system for locating commercial locales.

  • Integrated with the Google Maps API for enhanced location data.

  • Utilized Node.js, Angular 8, and MongoDB as core technologies.

Full Stack Developer - Ecuabill
Full Stack Developer - Ecuabill
  • Develops a system for Ecuadorians to send valid e-invoices to customers.

  • Integrates with the Ecuadorian Department of Revenue to streamline invoice processing.

  • Creates quotes and converts them into bills using a Java-based system.

Education

MSc. in Information Systems Security
MSc. in Information Systems Security
Espíritu Santo University
2017 - 2019 (2 years)
Software Engineering
Software Engineering
Federico Santa María Technical University
2007 - 2011 (4 years)