Santiago M.

BrewSync Inc. is a U.S.-based startup developing digital solutions tailored for the craft beverage industry. The company focuses on building platforms that streamline operations for breweries, distilleries, and related businesses.

• Collaborated with the lead product manager and designers to build frontend features with React.js, enhancing usability and client-facing workflows.

• Developed and maintained Node.js backend services and APIs to support core logistics functionalities.

• Integrated data persistence with MongoDB, enabling efficient query handling and scalable storage.

• Ensured UI/UX designs were technically feasible and optimized applications for performance across devices.

• Improved existing features and added new modules to ready the product for beta launch.

• Worked collaboratively with other developers and stakeholders to deliver project milestones on schedule.

Ciana Decorative Lighting is a global company specializing in high-end luxury lighting fixtures, primarily serving religious institutions. With factories in Egypt, the Philippines, and China, and sales operations in Utah, the company is expanding its digital infrastructure.

• Enhanced the company’s intranet site, implementing a secure “forgot password” feature to improve user access.

• Transitioned the AWS instance to company ownership, ensuring proper infrastructure management.

• Conducted code auditing and DevOps setup to prepare the platform for user rollout.

• Collaborated with stakeholders across time zones, providing clear communication and updates on project status.

• Recommended improvements to overall platform functionality, supporting scalability and maintainability.

• Developed software web applications using React.js, Node.js, AWS, and TypeScript;

• Integrated WebApp with eCommerce stores (like Shopify) to enable the creation of personalized shirts and hoodies for Fandoms;

• Created a script to migrate resources and all dependencies between environments, which proved instrumental in debugging and resolving errors that were specific to the production environment;

GFX is a software company that builds SaaS solutions for creative eCommerce and fandom merchandise.

• Developed and maintained SaaS applications using React.js, Node.js, AWS, TypeScript, and Fabric.js.

• Built a Web Editor app for personalized shirts and hoodies using Fabric.js, enabling fans to create and preview custom designs.

• Integrated the admin client and APIs with third-party eCommerce platforms (Shopify) to streamline merchandising.

• Migrated the admin app and API to a modern stack with React, Node.js, and AWS, improving performance and maintainability.

• Created a script to migrate resources and dependencies across environments, which significantly reduced debugging time for production issues.

• Developed software using React.js and Node.js for various projects;

• Collaborated with the team to design and implement efficient and scalable solutions;

• Conducted code reviews and provided constructive feedback to improve code quality;

• Participated in the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment;

• Debugged and resolved issues and bugs to maintain the stability and performance of the software;

• Developed software using React.js for frontend development;

• Collaborated with the team to design and implement user-friendly interfaces and interactive features;

• Integrated React.js components with backend technologies such as Node.js or WordPress;

• Utilized other technologies such as AWS Chime, Video.js, and Styled Components to enhance the functionality and aesthetics of the web applications;

• Played a key role in the development of a Web Video Call system based on AWS Chime, React.js, and Socket.io;

• Contributed to the creation of a virtual and hybrid event system using WordPress, React.js, Node.js, Video.js, and Limelight;

Condor Labs is a Colombian software company providing IT services for e-learning, healthcare, and digital products.

• Built and maintained applications with React.js, Redux, Node.js, Oracle PL/SQL, ElasticSearch, and MongoDB.

• Led the Automated Smoke Tests project (Puppeteer, Jest, Slackbot), automating integration testing for major company products.

• Developed a Course Search platform optimized for SEO, using React.js, Redux, Node.js, ElasticSearch, and MongoDB.

• Delivered a Healthcare Worker product that enables license verification and course reporting, utilizing React.js, Redux, Node.js, and AWS Lambdas.

• Served as Tech Leader multiple times, mentoring team members and onboarding new hires.

• Acted as an Agile Facilitator, ensuring smooth adoption of Scrum and Kanban principles.

• Provided support, administration, and maintenance for the LMS Moodle;

• Developed web applications using PHP (Laravel) and JavaScript (Angular);

• Managed tech projects, ensuring their successful planning, execution, and delivery;

• Administered Linux servers and handled infrastructure-related tasks;

• Automated multiple manual tasks that were previously performed daily, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort;

• Launched a new theme for LMS Moodle, enhancing its visual appeal and user experience;

• Updated the Moodle version, ensuring that the LMS remains up to date with the latest features and security patches;

• Enhanced backup procedures by implementing a new approach: utilizing rsync to store backups in Google Drive and Rackspace instead of local computers;