Sergio Tarrago Padron
Senior Software Developer
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Senior Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience specializing in scalable backend systems and cloud-native infrastructure. Expert in the PHP/Laravel ecosystem, Lua, and AWS, with a strong background in Kubernetes cluster management and low-level networking. Demonstrated success in migrating legacy cloud systems to containerized on-prem environments and designing CI/CD pipelines that eliminate downtime. Combines a cybersecurity and pen-testing mindset with a disciplined approach to DevOps and Agile development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Skills
PHP
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Jenkins CI/CD
Linux server administration
Version control systems
Project management
DevOps principles
Laravel
Javascript
Low-level networking
Work History
Startup Founder
Field Slip LLC.
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Designed, developed, and maintained production full-stack web applications using PHP (Laravel 10 & 11, MySQL 8.0), implementing scalable MVC architecture.
- Built dynamic user interfaces using Blade, Livewire, Tailwind CSS, and Filament (v3 & v4), improving development velocity through reusable components and reactive UI patterns.
- Deployed and managed cloud infrastructure on AWS (EC2, RDS), configuring secure networking, database management, and application monitoring.
- Led migration from cloud-based infrastructure to on-premises Kubernetes environment, reducing operational costs and improving infrastructure control.
- Designed and implemented a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes, enabling automated testing, containerized builds, and zero-downtime deployments.
Head of Development
Military Flight Simulator X
02.2021 - Current
- Implemented QA standards, increasing release stability and reducing post-launch defects.
- Developed formal release management and update strategies, improving coordination between development and QA teams.
- Oversaw development pipelines for multiple game projects, ensuring technical alignment, milestone delivery, and risk mitigation.
- Supervised and coached Project Managers, establishing structured project governance and performance tracking.
- Spearheaded development of the organization’s third major entry in our largest game series, defining technical direction and coordinating teams.
Software Developer
Military Flight Simulator X
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Updated legacy code and implemented new features
- Led a major release and coordinated with testing teams
- Contributed to a positive team environment through frequent effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Freelance Software Developer
Self-employeed
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Designed and implemented production web applications using Laravel 10, Blade, and Tailwind CSS, delivering scalable backend logic and responsive user interfaces.
- Provisioned and deployed application infrastructure on AWS EC2, managing server configuration, deployments, and uptime monitoring.
- Built and optimized RESTful API integrations handling high-frequency requests from multiple game servers, improving system reliability and data consistency.
Cloud Apps Administrator
Infotect Design Solutions, Inc.
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Engineered PowerShell automation solutions to support large-scale Windows 10 to Windows 11 migrations, performing system readiness checks and minimizing upgrade failures.
- Authored detailed network architecture and configuration documentation for client environments, improving operational transparency and support handoff.
- Built automated cloud workflows using Microsoft Power Automate, integrating Microsoft 365 services to streamline business and client operations.
Certification
CompTIA Network+
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual