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Experience
- Western Governors UniversitySenior Software EngineerNovember 2022 - Today (3 years and 7 months)Monterrey, MexicoDesigned, built, and maintained scalable backend services and APIs using Python,• •supporting cloud-native architectures on AWS.• • Led the design and evolution of distributed systems leveraging AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, SQS, and Step Functions.• • Implemented asynchronous and event-driven workflows to improve system responsiveness, scalability, and fault tolerance.• • Collaborated closely with product, platform, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.• • Led complex refactors and performance optimizations, improving reliability and maintainability of production systems.• • Ensured production readiness through proper monitoring, error handling, and adherence to best practices for cloud-based systems.• • Participated in code reviews and technical discussions, contributing to architectural decisions and mentoring other engineers.
- PresenceSenior Backend Python DeveloperDecember 2021 - November 2022 (11 months)• • Designed and maintained backend services supporting real-time profiling and ranking systems for therapeutic service providers and students with special learning needs.• • Led the migration from batch-oriented processing to real-time, asynchronous workflows, enabling immediate profile updates and improved system responsiveness.• • Redesigned core data models and backend logic to support concurrent processing and scalable report generation.• • Implemented asynchronous patterns in Python to improve performance and reliability under concurrent workloads.• • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy of profiling logic and alignment with business and clinical requirements.• • Contributed to system performance improvements, maintainability, and production stability in a healthcare-related environment.
- NoteworthSenior Backend Python Developer (Tech Lead Backend)June 2018 - December 2021 (3 years and 6 months)Designed and implemented backend services supporting secure,• •HIPAA-compliant video conferencing workflows between doctors and patients using Twilio APIs.• • Built and maintained scheduling and orchestration logic for video consultations, including room lifecycle management and call assignment.• • Promoted to Tech Lead for Backend (LATAM) in June 2020 , leading technical direction and coordination for backend development across the region.• • Provided technical leadership, code reviews, and architectural guidance to backend engineers in LATAM.• • Optimized Twilio resource usage and backend workflows to reduce operational costs while collecting performance and user experience metrics.• • Developed and maintained backend services using Python and Django, supporting multiple data stores including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB.• • Operated and maintained AWS infrastructure (EC2, Load Balancers, S3, RDS, SQS, Lambda) across development, staging, and production environments.• • Ensured system reliability, scalability, and security during peak demand periods throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Education
- Python Programming Associate Level AWS CertificationPython Institute2022Python Programming Associate Level AWS Certification
- Developer Associate Level2022Developer Associate Level