Hi there! I'm Guillermo Salgado

Senior Software Engineer

About me

I am a software engineer with more than 8 years of experience building modern web applications in both frontend and backend. Over the course of my career, I've had the privilege of engaging with clients from a multitude of regions, including Honduras, Canada, United States, and Europe.

I have demonstrated my ability to deliver software solutions by combining strong technical skills with a deep understanding of user needs and business requirements. I have strong proficiency in both frontend and backend development, using languages and frameworks such as TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Node.js, React, Angular, Vue.js, Next.js, and Django. My experience in designing and implementing complex systems, in addition to my strong problem solving and teamwork abilities, has enabled me to successfully deliver scalable, high quality, maintainable, and robust applications.

I am a committed team player who loves to play a role in challenging projects. I have worked with multiple projects under agile methodologies including:

Collaborate with product managers, and other team members to define project requirements, estimate timelines, and coordinate development efforts

Analyze and solve complex technical problems

Design system architectures

Investigate and troubleshoot production issues

Implement efficient algorithms

Write high-quality, testable, maintainable, and scalable code

Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, maintainability, and overall code quality

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers

Implement CI/CD pipelines

Create and maintain technical documentation

Stay updated with the latest technologies, tools, and trends in software engineering

MY TOP SKILLS

Professional Experience

06/23 - Ongoing

Senior Software Engineer (Full Time)

Led the development of the My Bid Cloud web application, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Enhanced the application's functionality by integrating crucial third party services like GCP, Firebase, Agora, Stripe, Gemini, Mailchimp, and Twilio.
Implemented a CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions, reducing deployment time, ensuring best practices and standards, and improving codebase quality.
Top skills: TypeScript, JavaScript, Next.js, React.js, Tailwind CSS.

02/22 - 09/23

Senior Software Engineer (Contract)

Successfully engineered, developed, and released web applications: Sumadi Exams Creator, Sumadi Exams Taker, and Sumadi Exams Admin Site.
Collaborated with cross functional teams across the company to ensure seamless integration with existing systems.
Top skills: TypeScript, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, Express.js.

04/21 - 05/23

Senior Software Engineer (Full Time)

Led the development of eight projects from conception to production for clients in Germany, ensuring on time and within budget delivery.
Incorporated various third party services, including GCP, Firebase, Stripe, PayPal, Auth0, Mailchimp, Elastic App Search, and Typeform, to enhance system capabilities and user experience.
Provided mentorship and guidance to junior developers, improving the team's productivity.
Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD, reducing deployment time and ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
Top skills: Python, Django, TypeScript, JavaScript, Vue.js.

03/21 - 10/21

Senior Software Engineer (Full Time)

Developed numerous features, educational resources, and tools for Onecampus, Onefaculty, and Learning Series web applications.
Top skills: TypeScript, Angular, Python, Flask, Node.js.

10/16 - 02/21

Software Engineer (Full Time)

Implemented diverse features, educational resources, and tools for Onecampus, Onefaculty, and Learning Series web applications.
Migrated web applications from AngularJS to the latest version of Angular, significantly improving performance and maintainability.
Transitioned web applications from monolithic architecture to microservices architecture for better scalability.
Developed an Angular library to reuse components across multiple projects, greatly enhancing development efficiency.
Enhanced web applications by integrating various third party services such as GCP, Firebase, Mailchimp, Elastic App Search, and Typeform, improving overall functionality and user experience.
Received the 'Employee of the Quarter' award three times for
significant contributions to projects.
Promoted to Senior Software Engineer.
Top skills: TypeScript, Angular, Python, Flask, Node.js.

05/16 - 09/16

IT Software Developer (Internship)

Developed software solutions to automate internal processes such as Remote Attendance System and Telephone Plant Management System.
Top skills: JavaScript, AngularJS, C#.

Main Projects

Bid Cloud

Online auction platform created to assist companies in showcasing their products and services, providing buyers with the opportunity to discover exceptional deals. Key Features: create auction, list items, payment management, invoice management, live streams, recording live streams, public auctions, private auctions, login with email and password, login with google.

SIGS DATACOM GmbH

German online magazine about tech where authors can create articles through a headless cms, users can register and get access to the free content, follow authors, select favorite topics and save articles and users can buy a subscription through different payment methods like stripe and paypal and get access to the premium content.

Mealify

Mobile application designed to simplify and enhance the meal management experience, ensuring that the users can effortlessly plan and enjoy a well-balanced diet. Key Features: system recipes, custom recipes, search, meal plan calendar, shopping list generator, integration with supermarket, login with email and password, login with google.

Education

01/2012 - 03/2017

Systems Engineering Bachelor's Degree (5 years)

Graduated with cum laude honors (89%).

01/2006 - 12/2011

High School Technical Degree in Computing

Skills

A comprehensive overview of my technical expertise and professional competencies that drive successful project delivery.

Hard Skills

Technical expertise and programming proficiencies

JavaScript

TypeScript

Node.js

Python

Next.js

React.js

Vue.js

Angular

Express.js

Django

Flask

Dart

Flutter

HTML

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

Tailwind CSS

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Microsoft SQL Server

Cloud Firestore

MongoDB

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Firebase

Serverless Framework

Docker

Linux

Testing

REST APIs

GraphQL

Git

GitHub

GitLab

Elasticsearch

Stripe

PayPal

Auth0

OpenAI

Agile Methodologies

Software Architecture

Microservices

Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

Professional competencies and personal attributes

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Self Learning

Adaptation

43+

Technical Skills

Soft Skills

Years Experience

Languages

Communication skills across different languages enable effective collaboration in diverse environments.

Spanish

Native

Native speaker with complete fluency

English

Upper intermediate proficiency

Languages Spoken

Certificates

Professional certifications that validate my expertise in cloud technologies, containerization, and software development methodologies.

2021

Professional Cloud Architect

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Advanced expertise in designing and managing enterprise-scale cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform.
Proficient in cloud architecture patterns, security, and scalability best practices.
Skills in Firebase, Cloud Firestore, and comprehensive GCP service portfolio.
Credential ID: 27349109

2021

Certified SAFe® 5 DevOps Practitioner

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Expertise in applying DevOps practices within the Scaled Agile Framework.
Advanced knowledge in continuous integration, delivery, and deployment pipelines.
Skills in Agile methodologies and enterprise-scale software development.
Focus on collaboration between development and operations teams.

2021

Certified SAFe® 5 Product Owner/Product Manager

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Comprehensive understanding of product ownership in Agile environments.
Expert knowledge in backlog management, user story creation, and stakeholder collaboration.
Skills in product strategy, roadmap planning, and value delivery optimization.
Advanced techniques for managing product development at enterprise scale.

2020

Associate Cloud Engineer

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Foundational expertise in deploying and managing applications on Google Cloud Platform.
Proficient in compute services, storage solutions, and networking configurations.
Experience with Firebase, Cloud Firestore, and core GCP services.
Credential ID: 26797832

Courses

Professional development courses and training programs I have completed to enhance my skills and expertise.

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Online Training Platforms

Technical Workshops

Professional Development

What people say about me

People I've worked with have said some nice things...

Guillermo is an exceptionally talented professional with a keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to excellence. During our time working together, I was consistently impressed by his ability to tackle complex challenges with ease and deliver results that exceeded expectations.

Guillermo's expertise in software development is truly remarkable and he has a unique ability to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems. He is a highly collaborative team player, always willing to lend his expertise and support to help others.

I highly recommend Guillermo for any role that requires a talented, dedicated and highly motivated professional.

I am pleased to recommend Guillermo Salgado, who has been an invaluable member of our team at 01 Digital Age GmbH. As a Senior Software Engineer, Guillermo has consistently delivered exceptional work, demonstrating his deep technical expertise and strong problem-solving skills.

He has been instrumental in leading several critical projects, always delivering high-quality code on time and within budget. His attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and collaborative approach make him a true asset to our organization.

I cannot speak highly enough of Guillermo's contributions to our team and offer my sincerest congratulations on his continued success.

I had the pleasure of working with Guillermo at Digital Age as a Senior Software Engineer. He is one of the most skilled developers I have worked with. Guillermo's attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to delivering high-quality work were truly impressive.

He played a significant role in helping us achieve our goals, and his ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner made him an excellent mentor and collaborator.

Guillermo's passion for technology and dedication to excellence make him a valuable asset to any team. It was a pleasure working with him, and I highly recommend him for any software development role.

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