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Mauricio Alvarado

Software Engineer

Summary

I'm an experienced backend developer with 6 years of experience, adept at leading projects and coordinating cross-functional teams. I'm proficient in backend languages such as Python, Java, Go, Rust, and TypeScript, with a strong background in designing scalable systems, managing SQL and NoSQL databases, and building robust APIs and microservices. I'm enthusiastic about continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest technologies, and tackling challenging projects with innovative solutions.

I'm a complex problem solver with an analytical and driven mindset, dedicated to achieving challenging development goals within tight timelines.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Software Engineer

MercadoLibre
08.2021 - Current
  • Development of infrastructure API improvements.
  • Creation of a Disaster Recovery Plan.
  • Improved deployment times.
  • Updating of code bases.
  • Collaboration with other engineers for the delivery of new features.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
  • Integrated third-party tools and components into applications.
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.

Project Leader

Colombian Space Agency - GreenSat
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Coordinate vendor selection processes to ensure quality products/services at competitive prices without compromising deadlines.
    Collaborated with project team members to identify and quickly resolve issues.
    Developed new AEC software solutions.

Technical Lead Software Developer

EventHub
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Managed product releases from planning stages to deployment while minimizing risks associated with change management processes.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
  • Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
  • Contributed to technical documentation, facilitating efficient maintenance and troubleshooting by support teams.

Education

BEng - Computer Science

District University Francisco José De Caldas
Colombia, Colombia
08.2017 - 12.2023

Skills

  • Software Development

  • Algorithm implementation

  • Technical Documentation

  • Written Communication

  • Agile Methodologies

  • Adaptability and Flexibility

  • Scrum Methodology

  • Virtualization

  • Linux Environments

  • Software Architecture

Affiliations

  • Association for Computing Machinery

Certification

Amazon Web Services - Cloud Practitioner

Timeline

Google Skills Boost - GCP Architect

02-2024

Project Leader

Colombian Space Agency - GreenSat
12.2023 - 03.2024

Technical Lead Software Developer

EventHub
11.2022 - 12.2023

Amazon Web Services - Cloud Practitioner

11-2022

Udemy - Software Design Patterns, Microservices.

07-2022

Coursera - Google IT

02-2022

LinkedIn Learning - Scrum

02-2022

Software Engineer

MercadoLibre
08.2021 - Current

BEng - Computer Science

District University Francisco José De Caldas
08.2017 - 12.2023
Mauricio AlvaradoSoftware Engineer