Christian Sanchez Portilla
Curridabat,San Jose
Summary
As a Principal Software Development Engineer at HatchWorks, I lead the design and implementation of software solutions for various clients and industries. With over 20 years of experience in backend development, databases, mobile applications, and HTML, I deliver high-quality products that meet the needs and expectations of the end-users. I have a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Tecnológico de Costa Rica and another one in Cognitive Science from Universidad de Costa Rica. I am passionate about learning new technologies and applying them to solve real-world problems. I also enjoy mentoring and coaching other developers and sharing my knowledge and expertise with the team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Software Development Engineer
HatchWorks
03.2022 - Current
- Mentored junior engineers through guidance on best practices, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Optimized software performance by implementing efficient algorithms and code optimizations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions on time and within budget.
- Resolved critical software issues, ensuring smooth functionality and minimizing downtime for users.
Technical Lead
HatchWorks
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Enhanced product development by implementing innovative engineering solutions and utilizing cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions on time and within budget.
- Resolved critical software issues, ensuring smooth functionality and minimizing downtime for users.
- Integrated third-party APIs to expand application capabilities and improve overall performance.
- Implemented robust security measures, safeguarding sensitive data and protecting against potential threats.
Technical Lead
Q6 Cyber
11.2016 - 10.2019
- Led a team of developers to successfully deliver high-quality software projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Implemented continuous integration and deployment strategies for faster release cycles and improved application reliability.
- Improved software performance by optimizing code and implementing efficient algorithms.
Producer/Lead Engineer
Fair Play Labs
04.2010 - 11.2016
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Led a team of software engineers to successfully complete projects within deadlines, ensuring high-quality end products.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering talent development and growth within the company.
Sr. Developer
Fair Play Labs
11.2008 - 04.2010
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices in the field of game development.
- Developed 2D and 3D video games for PC and mobile platforms using Unity 3D.
- Developed game-related tools and scripts to facilitate game development.
Sr. Developer
La Jolla Gaming, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2008
Developer
Exactus Software
01.2003 - 01.2004
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Tecnológico De Costa Rica
12.2020
Master of Science - Cognitive Science
Universidad De Costa Rica UCR
12.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Engineering
Tecnológico De Costa Rica
12.2004
Skills
- Software Engineering
- Agile Methodologies
- Programming Languages: C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Bash
- Cloud Computing
- API Development
- Database Management
- Security Best Practices
Websites
Affiliations
- Acoustic Guitar Player
- Hiking
- Woodcraft DIY
Timeline
Principal Software Development Engineer
HatchWorks
03.2022 - Current
Technical Lead
HatchWorks
10.2019 - 03.2022
Technical Lead
Q6 Cyber
11.2016 - 10.2019
Producer/Lead Engineer
Fair Play Labs
04.2010 - 11.2016
Sr. Developer
Fair Play Labs
11.2008 - 04.2010
Sr. Developer
La Jolla Gaming, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2008
Developer
Exactus Software
01.2003 - 01.2004
Master of Science - Computer Science
Tecnológico De Costa Rica
Master of Science - Cognitive Science
Universidad De Costa Rica UCR
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Engineering
Tecnológico De Costa Rica
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- Shaping up with Angular.js
- Building Blocks of Express.js
- Certificate of Completion: Java Course - Sololearn, 1068-630420
- Certificate of Completion: JavaScript Fundamentals - Sololearn, 1024-630420
- AWS Certified Developer - Associate - Amazon Web Services (AWS), 02/01/20, 02/01/23, 0R64P9D1NMFQ1ZSW
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty - Amazon Web Services (AWS), 04/01/21, 04/01/24
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