Fernando

👋 Hi, I'm Feña

+15 years of experience. Software Engineer but more DevOps... currently living in Santiago, Chile 🇨🇱.
Specialized in AWS and passionate about computer vision

Work Experience

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    Lead Software Engineer

    UNO AFP

    As a lead software developer at UNO AFP, I have driven key projects that improved our technological capabilities, including a homepage overhaul with Next.js, cloud infrastructure redesign on AWS ECS, and the implementation of an RPA system for compliance. Additionally, I have enhanced our information security and advocated for best practices in software development.
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    Full Stack Developer

    Wize

    Developed access control software with React/Next.js and a real-time React Native app for seamless user-device interaction. Utilized Express, MongoDB, and Go daemons for scalable backend solutions. Orchestrated infrastructure with Kubernetes and Terraform (IaC) for high availability and automated cloud management. Integrated MQTT brokers with C# for real-time device communication. Pioneered the blend of tech and design, redefining standards in efficient IoT solutions.
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    Tech Lead

    CryptoSur

    I enhanced the platform by leading the design of a user-friendly front-end with React, implementing WebSockets for real-time communication, developing a robust trading engine for order matching, and creating blockchain integration microservices for wallet balance updates. My leadership and technical expertise in front-end design, real-time communication, and blockchain technology significantly improved the platform's performance and user experience.
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    DevOps Engineer & Co-Founder

    Silverhost

    I aimed to deliver top-quality services to small businesses and entrepreneurs on a budget. I developed skills in sales, negotiation, digital marketing, SEO, and Linux systems administration. I combined dedicated servers, AWS, and DigitalOcean to create a robust infrastructure, supporting clients' needs with advanced tools for malicious traffic handling, spam monitoring, and real-time malware detection. SilverHost is known for affordable, high-quality services, completing over 500 projects and serving over 1,000 active clients in Chile, showcasing our commitment to innovation and world-class customer service.

About me

My name is Fernando Figueroa, but my friends call me Feña. I started programming at twelve years old in PHP for game servers. Currently, I'm working at UNO as a Lead Software Engineer in Chile.

Some time ago, I was a full-time entrepreneur...

My great passion is learning, especially about technology.

Fernando