Nelson La Rocca
Lake Forest,United States
Summary
Hard worker. Innovator, Integrator, and highly creative person immersed in digital development, engineering, architecture, networking, and hardware with vast experience working remotely, supporting, mentoring, and education. I'm open to joining a Californian team (W2, 1099, C2C).
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Software and Systems Engineer
Self Employed
01.1990 - Current
- Web and Apps development and deployment using LEAN cycles
- Managed use of various types of databases and configured, installed and upgraded new ones.
- Evaluated new tools and technologies for possible integration into existing infrastructure environments.
- Developed custom software solutions for various business needs, resulting in improved productivity.
- Led mentoring sessions for junior team members, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing within the department.
- Optimized server efficiency through virtualization techniques and capacity planning.
- Collaborated with fellow engineers to evaluate software and hardware interfaces.
- Provided guidance and mentored less-experienced staff members.
- Demonstrated experience and good hands-on programming experience in both front and backend in several programming languages.
- Reviewed project specifications and designed technology solutions that met or exceeded performance expectations.
- Participated in architecture, design and implementation of back-end features using mainly GCP, microservices, load balancers and others.
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Co-Owner
London Paris - E-COMMERCE
06.2007 - 12.2011
- Full Stack Engineer and Co-Owner
- Developed relationships with suppliers to facilitate timely delivery of products.
- Implemented marketing campaigns to increase customer engagement and sales.
- Ensured smooth integration between e-commerce systems and third-party applications such as payment gateways and shipping providers.
- Configured, added and removed items and images to provide most accurate representation of products on company's web portal.
- Created promotional campaigns to boost sales and drive customer loyalty.
- Monitored website traffic and customer reviews to evaluate responses to site updates.
- Met or exceeded sales goals and worked as team player in supporting other sales.
- Established and maintained the e-commerce website to promote and sell products.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Consultant
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
01.1998 - 01.2000
- UN Consultant
- Responsible for interaction with Civil Engineers, Lawyers, AutoCAD Techs, construction, sea firms, IT people, and other consultants, working directly as a Consultant for the Uruguayan Secretary of Transportation and Public Works, Water Resources Department tech, and legal staff.
Assistant Professor
National University
02.1986 - 10.1992
- Consultant for different research departments,
- Biophysics research.
- Responsible for data communications.
InfoSur'92
Own Business
10.1991 - 06.1992
- Event Creator and Organizer. First Feria and Data Communications Congress in the Region.
Education
Universidad ORT Uruguay
High School Diploma -
General Artigas Military High School
UruguayBachelor of Science - Software And Systems Engineering
Universidad De La República
Uruguay01.1990
Skills
- Software Configuration Management
- HTML
- Commerce
Certification
PADI Rescue Diver
Availability
I'm open to joining a Californian or remote team (W2, 1099, or C2C).
Personal Information
Title: Sr. Full Stack Engineer, IT Consultant / Advisor, Problem Solver, Mentor, and Educator. Civil Rights, Eco & Animal Welfare Advocate.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Co-Owner
London Paris - E-COMMERCE
06.2007 - 12.2011
Consultant
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
01.1998 - 01.2000
InfoSur'92
Own Business
10.1991 - 06.1992
Sr. Software and Systems Engineer
Self Employed
01.1990 - Current
Assistant Professor
National University
02.1986 - 10.1992
Universidad ORT Uruguay
High School Diploma -
General Artigas Military High School
Bachelor of Science - Software And Systems Engineering
Universidad De La República
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